Fram No. 23L
Re-entered 11 May 1983Fram No. 23L (NORAD 14044, COSPAR 1983-040A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 May 1983, launched on 28 Apr 1983 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. 23L?
Fram No. 23L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 May 1983, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1983. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Fram No. 23L re-enter the atmosphere?
Fram No. 23L re-entered on 11 May 1983, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Fram No. 23L?
Fram No. 23L was operated by PRIR and built by TSSKB (SU).