OEX Target
Re-entered 30 Nov 1985OEX Target (NORAD 16277, COSPAR 1985-109E) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 Nov 1985, launched on 27 Nov 1985 on the OV-104 PAM deploy mission. It was operated by JSC as part of the JSC RVT programme. The spacecraft was built by JSC on the OEX Target bus, with a mass of 35 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 OEX Target?
OEX Target re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 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 OEX Target re-enter the atmosphere?
OEX Target re-entered on 30 Nov 1985, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built OEX Target?
OEX Target was operated by JSC and built by JSC (US).