Kosmos-358
Re-entered 26 Jun 1990Kosmos-358 (NORAD 4497, COSPAR 1970-064A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Jun 1990, launched on 20 Aug 1970 on the Lira mission. It is catalogued as Tsiklon GVM EP-703-4. It was operated by OKB-10 as part of the Tsiklon A2 programme. The spacecraft was built by OKB10 on the KAUR-1 11F617 bus, with a mass of 643 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 Kosmos-358?
Kosmos-358 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Jun 1990, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1970. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Kosmos-358 re-enter the atmosphere?
Kosmos-358 re-entered on 26 Jun 1990, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Kosmos-358?
Kosmos-358 was operated by OKB-10 and built by OKB10 (SU).