Iridium SV079
Re-entered 29 Nov 2000Iridium SV079 (NORAD 25470, COSPAR 1998-051D) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Nov 2000, launched on 8 Sep 1998 on the Iridium MS-10 mission. It was operated by IRID as part of the Iridium programme. The spacecraft was built by MOTO/LMMS on the LM700 bus, with a mass of 662 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 Iridium SV079?
Iridium SV079 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Nov 2000, 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 Iridium SV079 re-enter the atmosphere?
Iridium SV079 re-entered on 29 Nov 2000, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Iridium SV079?
Iridium SV079 was operated by IRID and built by MOTO/LMMS (US).