US-PM No. 4L
Re-entered 14 Oct 1988US-PM No. 4L (NORAD 17847, COSPAR 1987-031A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Oct 1988, launched on 8 Apr 1987 on the US-PM mission. It was operated by VMF as part of the US-PM programme. The spacecraft was built by ARSL/KOMET on the US-P bus, with a mass of 3,300 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 US-PM No. 4L?
US-PM No. 4L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Oct 1988, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1987. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did US-PM No. 4L re-enter the atmosphere?
US-PM No. 4L re-entered on 14 Oct 1988, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built US-PM No. 4L?
US-PM No. 4L was operated by VMF and built by ARSL/KOMET (SU).