Oblik No. 321
Re-entered 27 Nov 1985Oblik No. 321 (NORAD 16247, COSPAR 1985-106A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Nov 1985, launched on 13 Nov 1985 on the Oblik mission. It was operated by GUKOS as part of the Oblik programme. The spacecraft was built by TSSKB on the Oblik bus, with a mass of 2,655 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 Oblik No. 321?
Oblik No. 321 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Nov 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 Oblik No. 321 re-enter the atmosphere?
Oblik No. 321 re-entered on 27 Nov 1985, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Oblik No. 321?
Oblik No. 321 was operated by GUKOS and built by TSSKB (SU).