OAR-901
Re-entered 31 Jan 1972OAR-901 (NORAD 5382, COSPAR 1971-067C) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 31 Jan 1972, launched on 7 Aug 1971 on the OAR-901 mission. It was operated by STP / AFCRL as part of the OV1 A programme. The spacecraft was built by AFCRL on the LOADS bus, with a mass of 364 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 OAR-901?
OAR-901 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 31 Jan 1972, 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 OAR-901 re-enter the atmosphere?
OAR-901 re-entered on 31 Jan 1972, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built OAR-901?
OAR-901 was operated by STP / AFCRL and built by AFCRL (US).