Taifun-2B (06)
Re-entered 29 Nov 1989Taifun-2B (06) (NORAD 15326, COSPAR 1984-104A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Nov 1989, launched on 27 Sep 1984 on the Romb mission. It was operated by PVO as part of the Taifun-2B programme. The spacecraft was built by YUZH on the Romb bus, with a mass of 1,045 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 Taifun-2B (06)?
Taifun-2B (06) re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Nov 1989, 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 Taifun-2B (06) re-enter the atmosphere?
Taifun-2B (06) re-entered on 29 Nov 1989, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Taifun-2B (06)?
Taifun-2B (06) was operated by PVO and built by YUZH (SU).