Shi Jian
Re-entered 17 Jun 1979Shi Jian (NORAD 5007, COSPAR 1971-018A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Jun 1979, launched on 3 Mar 1971 on the shijian mission. It was operated by JGB7 as part of the SJ programme. The spacecraft was built by CAST on the DFH-1 bus, with a mass of 221 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 Shi Jian?
Shi Jian re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Jun 1979, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1971. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Shi Jian re-enter the atmosphere?
Shi Jian re-entered on 17 Jun 1979, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Shi Jian?
Shi Jian was operated by JGB7 and built by CAST (CN).