DS-A1 No. 1
Re-entered 18 May 1964DS-A1 No. 1 (NORAD 441, COSPAR 1962 B THE 1) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 May 1964, launched on 20 Oct 1962. It was operated by OKB586 as part of the DS-A1 programme. The spacecraft was built by OKB586 on the DS bus, with a mass of 220 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 DS-A1 No. 1?
DS-A1 No. 1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 May 1964, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1962. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did DS-A1 No. 1 re-enter the atmosphere?
DS-A1 No. 1 re-entered on 18 May 1964, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built DS-A1 No. 1?
DS-A1 No. 1 was operated by OKB586 and built by OKB586 (SU).