RS-17
Re-entered 21 May 1998RS-17 (NORAD 24958, COSPAR 1997-058C) was a RU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 May 1998, launched on 5 Oct 1997 on the Progress 7K-TGM No. 236 mission. It was operated by RKKE as part of the Radio RS programme. The spacecraft was built by ACF/RUAF on the Sputnik-40 bus, with a mass of 3 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 RS-17?
RS-17 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 May 1998, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1997. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did RS-17 re-enter the atmosphere?
RS-17 re-entered on 21 May 1998, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built RS-17?
RS-17 was operated by RKKE and built by ACF/RUAF (RU).