98M No. 26701
Re-entered 21 Sep 202098M No. 26701 (NORAD 28822, COSPAR 2005-032A) was a RU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Sep 2020, launched on 26 Aug 2005 on the 98M mission. It was operated by KHRR as part of the Monitor programme. The spacecraft was built by KHRR on the Yachta bus, with a mass of 750 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 98M No. 26701?
98M No. 26701 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Sep 2020, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2005. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did 98M No. 26701 re-enter the atmosphere?
98M No. 26701 re-entered on 21 Sep 2020, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built 98M No. 26701?
98M No. 26701 was operated by KHRR and built by KHRR (RU).