STP P70-1
Re-entered 31 Jan 1982STP P70-1 (NORAD 5285, COSPAR 1971-054A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 31 Jan 1982, launched on 8 Jun 1971 on the P70-1 mission. It was operated by STP as part of the STP1 programme. The spacecraft was built by BOKT on the P70-1 bus, with a mass of 157 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 STP P70-1?
STP P70-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 31 Jan 1982, 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 STP P70-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
STP P70-1 re-entered on 31 Jan 1982, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built STP P70-1?
STP P70-1 was operated by STP and built by BOKT (US).