Zond-8
Re-entered 21 Oct 1970Zond-8 (NORAD 4591, COSPAR 1970-088A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Oct 1970, launched on 20 Oct 1970 on the L-1 No. 14 mission. It is catalogued as L-1 No. 14. It was operated by TsKBEM as part of the L-1 programme. The spacecraft was built by TSKBEM on the 7K-L1 bus, with a mass of 2,800 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 Zond-8?
Zond-8 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 21 Oct 1970, 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 Zond-8 re-enter the atmosphere?
Zond-8 re-entered on 21 Oct 1970, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Zond-8?
Zond-8 was operated by TsKBEM and built by TSKBEM (SU).