OV-105
Re-entered 21 Apr 2001OV-105 (NORAD 26747, COSPAR 2001-016A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Apr 2001, launched on 19 Apr 2001 on the OV-105 ISS mission. It was operated by JSC as part of the STS programme. The spacecraft was built by BNAP on the STS OV bus, with a mass of 99,256 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 OV-105?
OV-105 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Apr 2001, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2001. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did OV-105 re-enter the atmosphere?
OV-105 re-entered on 21 Apr 2001, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built OV-105?
OV-105 was operated by JSC and built by BNAP (US).