VRM
Re-entered 5 May 1989VRM (NORAD 19969, COSPAR 1989-033B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 May 1989, launched on 4 May 1989 on the OV-104 IUS deploy mission. It was operated by JPL as part of the Magellan programme. The spacecraft was built by MMD on the MGN bus, with a mass of 1,207 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 VRM?
VRM re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 May 1989, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1989. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did VRM re-enter the atmosphere?
VRM re-entered on 5 May 1989, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built VRM?
VRM was operated by JPL and built by MMD (US).