Rotor No. 46L
Re-entered 22 Jun 1972Rotor No. 46L (NORAD 6049, COSPAR 1972-040A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Jun 1972, launched on 9 Jun 1972 on the Zenit-4M mission. It was operated by GUKOSR as part of the Zenit-4M programme. The spacecraft was built by TSKBE3 on the Zenit-4M bus, with a mass of 2,200 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 Rotor No. 46L?
Rotor No. 46L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 22 Jun 1972, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1972. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Rotor No. 46L re-enter the atmosphere?
Rotor No. 46L re-entered on 22 Jun 1972, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Rotor No. 46L?
Rotor No. 46L was operated by GUKOSR and built by TSKBE3 (SU).