Orion No. 5L
Re-entered 28 Dec 1973Orion No. 5L (NORAD 6979, COSPAR 1973-102A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Dec 1973, launched on 17 Dec 1973 on the Zenit-4MT mission. It was operated by TSKBE3 as part of the Orion programme. The spacecraft was built by TSKBE3 on the Zenit-4MT 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 Orion No. 5L?
Orion No. 5L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 28 Dec 1973, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1973. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Orion No. 5L re-enter the atmosphere?
Orion No. 5L re-entered on 28 Dec 1973, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Orion No. 5L?
Orion No. 5L was operated by TSKBE3 and built by TSKBE3 (SU).