Luna-4
Re-entered 3 Apr 1963Luna-4 (NORAD 566, COSPAR 1963-008B) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Apr 1963, launched on 2 Apr 1963 on the E-6 No. 4 mission. It is catalogued as E-6 No. 4. It was operated by OKB-1 as part of the E-6 programme. The spacecraft was built by OKB1 on the E-6 DU bus, with a mass of 1,240 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-4?
Luna-4 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Apr 1963, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1963. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Luna-4 re-enter the atmosphere?
Luna-4 re-entered on 3 Apr 1963, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Luna-4?
Luna-4 was operated by OKB-1 and built by OKB1 (SU).