Foton No. 15L
Re-entered 26 Sep 2007Foton No. 15L (NORAD 32058, COSPAR 2007-040A) was a RU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Sep 2007, launched on 14 Sep 2007 on the Foton-M No. 3 mission. It was operated by TSSKBP as part of the Foton programme. The spacecraft was built by TSSKBP on the Foton bus, with a mass of 2,515 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 Foton No. 15L?
Foton No. 15L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Sep 2007, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2007. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Foton No. 15L re-enter the atmosphere?
Foton No. 15L re-entered on 26 Sep 2007, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Foton No. 15L?
Foton No. 15L was operated by TSSKBP and built by TSSKBP (RU).