OV1-20P/FW4S
Re-entered 29 Aug 1971OV1-20P/FW4S (NORAD 5394, COSPAR 1971-067A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Aug 1971, launched on 7 Aug 1971 on the OAR-901 mission. It was operated by STP as part of the OV1 P programme. The spacecraft was built by GDC on the OV1P bus, with a mass of 196 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 OV1-20P/FW4S?
OV1-20P/FW4S re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Aug 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 OV1-20P/FW4S re-enter the atmosphere?
OV1-20P/FW4S re-entered on 29 Aug 1971, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built OV1-20P/FW4S?
OV1-20P/FW4S was operated by STP and built by GDC (US).