Progress 7K-TGM No. 238
Re-entered 16 May 1998Progress 7K-TGM No. 238 (NORAD 25340, COSPAR 1998-031A) was a RU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 May 1998, launched on 14 May 1998 on the Progress 7K-TGM No 238 mission. It was operated by RKKE as part of the Progress M programme. The spacecraft was built by PROGT on the 7K-TGM bus, with a mass of 7,125 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.
Lifecycle
Specifications
Frequently asked questions
What happened to Progress 7K-TGM No. 238?
Progress 7K-TGM No. 238 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 May 1998, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1998. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Progress 7K-TGM No. 238 re-enter the atmosphere?
Progress 7K-TGM No. 238 re-entered on 16 May 1998, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Progress 7K-TGM No. 238?
Progress 7K-TGM No. 238 was operated by RKKE and built by PROGT (RU).