Neman No. 14L
Re-entered 12 Jul 1999Neman No. 14L (NORAD 25376, COSPAR 1998-039A) was a RU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Jul 1999, launched on 25 Jun 1998 on the Neman mission. It was operated by VKSR as part of the Neman programme. The spacecraft was built by PROGT on the Yantar'-4KS1 bus, with a mass of 3,790 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 Neman No. 14L?
Neman No. 14L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Jul 1999, 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 Neman No. 14L re-enter the atmosphere?
Neman No. 14L re-entered on 12 Jul 1999, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Neman No. 14L?
Neman No. 14L was operated by VKSR and built by PROGT (RU).