LM 4 AS
Re-entered 19 May 1969LM 4 AS (NORAD 3949, COSPAR 1969-043D) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 May 1969, launched on 18 May 1969 on the Apollo CM-106 mission. It was operated by MSC as part of the LM AS programme. The spacecraft was built by GRUM on the LM AS bus, with a mass of 3,752 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 LM 4 AS?
LM 4 AS re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 19 May 1969, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1969. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did LM 4 AS re-enter the atmosphere?
LM 4 AS re-entered on 19 May 1969, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built LM 4 AS?
LM 4 AS was operated by MSC and built by GRUM (US).