RS-18
Re-entered 27 Oct 1998RS-18 (NORAD 25533, COSPAR 1998-062C) was a F satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Oct 1998, launched on 25 Oct 1998 on the Progress 7K-TGM No 239 mission. It was operated by ACF / RUAF as part of the Radio RS programme. The spacecraft was built by ACF/RUAF on the Sputnik-40 bus, with a mass of 4 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-18?
RS-18 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Oct 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 RS-18 re-enter the atmosphere?
RS-18 re-entered on 27 Oct 1998, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built RS-18?
RS-18 was operated by ACF / RUAF and built by ACF/RUAF (F).