Fram No. 27L
Re-entered 19 Sep 1985Fram No. 27L (NORAD 16018, COSPAR 1985-080A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Sep 1985, launched on 6 Sep 1985 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. 27L?
Fram No. 27L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 Sep 1985, 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 Fram No. 27L re-enter the atmosphere?
Fram No. 27L re-entered on 19 Sep 1985, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Fram No. 27L?
Fram No. 27L was operated by PRIR and built by TSSKB (SU).