Taifun-1A
Re-entered 21 Jan 1991Taifun-1A (NORAD 17050, COSPAR 1986-083A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Jan 1991, launched on 27 Oct 1986 on the Vektor mission. It was operated by PVO as part of the Vektor1 programme. The spacecraft was built by YUZH on the Vektor bus, with a mass of 570 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 Taifun-1A?
Taifun-1A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Jan 1991, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1986. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Taifun-1A re-enter the atmosphere?
Taifun-1A re-entered on 21 Jan 1991, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Taifun-1A?
Taifun-1A was operated by PVO and built by YUZH (SU).