Orlan-M No. 14
Re-entered 14 Jan 2002Orlan-M No. 14 (NORAD 28933, COSPAR 2005-035C) was a RU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Jan 2002, launched on 14 Sep 2001 on the Progress 7K-TGM No. 354 mission. It was operated by RKKE as part of the DOS SS programme. The spacecraft was built by ZVEZ on the Orlan-M bus, with a mass of 140 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 Orlan-M No. 14?
Orlan-M No. 14 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Jan 2002, 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 Orlan-M No. 14 re-enter the atmosphere?
Orlan-M No. 14 re-entered on 14 Jan 2002, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Orlan-M No. 14?
Orlan-M No. 14 was operated by RKKE and built by ZVEZ (RU).