SPAS 1
Re-entered 22 Jun 1983SPAS 1 (NORAD 14142, COSPAR 1983-059F) was a D satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Jun 1983, launched on 18 Jun 1983 on the OV-099 PAM deploy/FF mission. It was operated by MBB as part of the SPAS programme. The spacecraft was built by MBB on the SPAS bus, with a mass of 1,448 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 SPAS 1?
SPAS 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Jun 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 SPAS 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
SPAS 1 re-entered on 22 Jun 1983, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SPAS 1?
SPAS 1 was operated by MBB and built by MBB (D).