SFU
Re-entered 13 Jan 1996SFU (NORAD 23521, COSPAR 1995-011A) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Jan 1996, launched on 18 Mar 1995 on the SFU mission. It was operated by NASDA as part of the SFU programme. The spacecraft was built by NASDA? on the SFU bus, with a mass of 3,486 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 SFU?
SFU re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Jan 1996, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1995. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did SFU re-enter the atmosphere?
SFU re-entered on 13 Jan 1996, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SFU?
SFU was operated by NASDA and built by NASDA? (J).