Fram No. 21L
Re-entered 26 Jul 1982Fram No. 21L (NORAD 13365, COSPAR 1982-071A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Jul 1982, launched on 13 Jul 1982 on the Fram mission. It was operated by PRIR as part of the Fram programme. The spacecraft was built by TSSKB on the Fram bus, with a mass of 2,455 kg. Like most satellites in low orbits, it was gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until re-entry. Historical record from Orbital Radar's satellite archive, cross-referenced with the live satellite catalogue.
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Frequently asked questions
What happened to Fram No. 21L?
Fram No. 21L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Jul 1982, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1982. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Fram No. 21L re-enter the atmosphere?
Fram No. 21L re-entered on 26 Jul 1982, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Fram No. 21L?
Fram No. 21L was operated by PRIR and built by TSSKB (SU).