Ikar No. 39L
Re-entered 15 Nov 2021Ikar No. 39L (NORAD 13552, COSPAR 1982-092A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Nov 2021, launched on 16 Sep 1982 on the Tselina-D mission. It was operated by GRU as part of the Tselina-D programme. The spacecraft was built by YUZH on the Tselina-D bus, with a mass of 1,750 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 Ikar No. 39L?
Ikar No. 39L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Nov 2021, 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 Ikar No. 39L re-enter the atmosphere?
Ikar No. 39L re-entered on 15 Nov 2021, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Ikar No. 39L?
Ikar No. 39L was operated by GRU and built by YUZH (SU).