Foton No. 9L
Re-entered 2 Jul 1994Foton No. 9L (NORAD 23122, COSPAR 1994-033A) was a RU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Jul 1994, launched on 14 Jun 1994 on the Foton No. 9 mission. It was operated by TSSKB as part of the Foton programme. The spacecraft was built by TSSKB on the Foton bus, with a mass of 2,250 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 Foton No. 9L?
Foton No. 9L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Jul 1994, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1994. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Foton No. 9L re-enter the atmosphere?
Foton No. 9L re-entered on 2 Jul 1994, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Foton No. 9L?
Foton No. 9L was operated by TSSKB and built by TSSKB (RU).