Luna-19
Re-entered 29 Sep 1971Luna-19 (NORAD 5488, COSPAR 1971-082A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Sep 1971, launched on 28 Sep 1971 on the E-8LS No. 202 mission. It is catalogued as E-8LS No. 202. It was operated by IKI / Babakin as part of the E-8 programme. The spacecraft was built by NPOL on the Luna E-8 bus, with a mass of 3,400 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 Luna-19?
Luna-19 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Sep 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 Luna-19 re-enter the atmosphere?
Luna-19 re-entered on 29 Sep 1971, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Luna-19?
Luna-19 was operated by IKI / Babakin and built by NPOL (SU).