RK-01 (I-5)
Re-entered 16 Apr 1990RK-01 (I-5) (NORAD 19236, COSPAR 1981-065D) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Apr 1990, launched on 10 Jul 1981 on the Meteor-Priroda No. 2-4 mission. It was operated by MAIO / MOM as part of the Iskra programme. The spacecraft was built by MAIO on the Iskra 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 RK-01 (I-5)?
RK-01 (I-5) re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Apr 1990, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1981. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did RK-01 (I-5) re-enter the atmosphere?
RK-01 (I-5) re-entered on 16 Apr 1990, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built RK-01 (I-5)?
RK-01 (I-5) was operated by MAIO / MOM and built by MAIO (SU).