US-A No. 111
Re-entered 2 Aug 1966US-A No. 111 (NORAD 2351, COSPAR 1966-067A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Aug 1966, launched on 20 Jul 1966 on the US-A mission. It was operated by TSKBM as part of the US-A Test programme. The spacecraft was built by TSKBM/KB1 on the US-A bus, with a mass of 3,600 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-A No. 111?
US-A No. 111 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Aug 1966, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1966. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did US-A No. 111 re-enter the atmosphere?
US-A No. 111 re-entered on 2 Aug 1966, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built US-A No. 111?
US-A No. 111 was operated by TSKBM and built by TSKBM/KB1 (SU).