4V-1 SA
Re-entered 4 Nov 19814V-1 SA (NORAD 15600, COSPAR 1981-110D) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Nov 1981, launched on 4 Nov 1981 on the 4V-1M No. 761 mission. It was operated by IKI / NPOL as part of the 4V-1 SA programme. The spacecraft was built by NPOL on the Venera SA bus, with a mass of 675 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 4V-1 SA?
4V-1 SA re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Nov 1981, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1981. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did 4V-1 SA re-enter the atmosphere?
4V-1 SA re-entered on 4 Nov 1981, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built 4V-1 SA?
4V-1 SA was operated by IKI / NPOL and built by NPOL (SU).