Nusat
Re-entered 15 Dec 1986Nusat (NORAD 15666, COSPAR 1985-034B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Dec 1986, launched on 29 Apr 1985 on the OV-099 Spacelab mission. It was operated by WEBC as part of the Nusat programme. The spacecraft was built by WEBC on the Nusat bus, with a mass of 48 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 Nusat?
Nusat re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Dec 1986, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1985. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Nusat re-enter the atmosphere?
Nusat re-entered on 15 Dec 1986, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Nusat?
Nusat was operated by WEBC and built by WEBC (US).