2MS No. 2
Re-entered 2 May 19632MS No. 2 (NORAD 297, COSPAR 1962 UPS 1) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 May 1963, launched on 28 May 1962. It was operated by OKB1 as part of the MS programme. The spacecraft was built by OKB1 on the MS bus, with a mass of 252 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 2MS No. 2?
2MS No. 2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 May 1963, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1962. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did 2MS No. 2 re-enter the atmosphere?
2MS No. 2 re-entered on 2 May 1963, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built 2MS No. 2?
2MS No. 2 was operated by OKB1 and built by OKB1 (SU).