N-6 No. 1
Re-entered 24 Jul 1969N-6 No. 1 (NORAD 3544, COSPAR 1968-103A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Jul 1969, launched on 16 Nov 1968 on the N-6 No. 1 mission. It was operated by TSKBEM as part of the N-6 programme. The spacecraft was built by TSKBEM on the N-6 bus, with a mass of 17,000 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 N-6 No. 1?
N-6 No. 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Jul 1969, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1968. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did N-6 No. 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
N-6 No. 1 re-entered on 24 Jul 1969, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built N-6 No. 1?
N-6 No. 1 was operated by TSKBEM and built by TSKBEM (SU).