Fram No. 26L
Re-entered 26 Sep 1984Fram No. 26L (NORAD 15287, COSPAR 1984-099A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Sep 1984, launched on 13 Sep 1984 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. 26L?
Fram No. 26L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Sep 1984, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1984. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Fram No. 26L re-enter the atmosphere?
Fram No. 26L re-entered on 26 Sep 1984, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Fram No. 26L?
Fram No. 26L was operated by PRIR and built by TSSKB (SU).