Sfera-53
Re-entered 17 Jun 2017Sfera-53 (NORAD 42913, COSPAR 1998-067NC) was a RU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Jun 2017, launched on 14 Jun 2017 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by RKKE as part of the DOS SS programme. The spacecraft was built by RKKE on the Sfera-53 bus, with a mass of 8 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 Sfera-53?
Sfera-53 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Jun 2017, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2017. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Sfera-53 re-enter the atmosphere?
Sfera-53 re-entered on 17 Jun 2017, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Sfera-53?
Sfera-53 was operated by RKKE and built by RKKE (RU).