RS-39
Re-entered 15 Oct 2014RS-39 (NORAD 38051, COSPAR 2011-062C) was a RU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Oct 2014, launched on 30 Oct 2011 on the Progress 7K-TGM No.413 mission. It was operated by RKKE as part of the Radio RS programme. The spacecraft was built by IKI on the Chibis bus, with a mass of 34 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 RS-39?
RS-39 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Oct 2014, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2011. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did RS-39 re-enter the atmosphere?
RS-39 re-entered on 15 Oct 2014, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built RS-39?
RS-39 was operated by RKKE and built by IKI (RU).