P&FS-1
Re-entered 27 Jul 1971P&FS-1 (NORAD 5377, COSPAR 1971-063D) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Jul 1971, launched on 26 Jul 1971 on the Apollo CM-112 mission. It was operated by MSC as part of the ApolloSS programme. The spacecraft was built by TRW on the Apollo SS bus, with a mass of 37 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 P&FS-1?
P&FS-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Jul 1971, 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 P&FS-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
P&FS-1 re-entered on 27 Jul 1971, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built P&FS-1?
P&FS-1 was operated by MSC and built by TRW (US).