SA Vega-2
Re-entered 21 Dec 1984SA Vega-2 (NORAD 15856, COSPAR 1984-128E) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Dec 1984, launched on 21 Dec 1984 on the 5VK No. 902 mission. It is catalogued as 5VK SA. It was operated by IKI / Babakin as part of the 4V-1 SA programme. The spacecraft was built by NPOL on the Venera SA bus, with a mass of 750 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 SA Vega-2?
SA Vega-2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Dec 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 SA Vega-2 re-enter the atmosphere?
SA Vega-2 re-entered on 21 Dec 1984, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SA Vega-2?
SA Vega-2 was operated by IKI / Babakin and built by NPOL (SU).