E-6LS No. 111
Re-entered 11 Nov 1977E-6LS No. 111 (NORAD 2805, COSPAR 1967-046A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Nov 1977, launched on 16 May 1967 on the E-6LS No. 111 mission. It was operated by IKI / BABTS as part of the E-6LS programme. The spacecraft was built by NPOL on the E-6 DU bus, with a mass of 1,300 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 E-6LS No. 111?
E-6LS No. 111 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 11 Nov 1977, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1967. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did E-6LS No. 111 re-enter the atmosphere?
E-6LS No. 111 re-entered on 11 Nov 1977, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built E-6LS No. 111?
E-6LS No. 111 was operated by IKI / BABTS and built by NPOL (SU).