SPTN-201
Re-entered 8 Sep 1995SPTN-201 (NORAD 23668, COSPAR 1995-048B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Sep 1995, launched on 7 Sep 1995 on the OV-105 Research/FF mission. It was operated by GSFC as part of the Spartan programme. The spacecraft was built by GSFC on the SPTN-200 bus, with a mass of 1,290 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 SPTN-201?
SPTN-201 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Sep 1995, 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 SPTN-201 re-enter the atmosphere?
SPTN-201 re-entered on 8 Sep 1995, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SPTN-201?
SPTN-201 was operated by GSFC and built by GSFC (US).