SRV
Re-entered 11 Feb 1961SRV (NORAD 26, COSPAR 1959 EPS 2) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Feb 1961, launched on 13 Aug 1959. It was operated by CIA as part of the SRV programme. The spacecraft was built by GEMSD on the SRV Mk IIA bus, with a mass of 123 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 SRV?
SRV re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Feb 1961, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1959. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did SRV re-enter the atmosphere?
SRV re-entered on 11 Feb 1961, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built SRV?
SRV was operated by CIA and built by GEMSD (US).