US-P No. 110
Re-entered 17 Apr 1975US-P No. 110 (NORAD 7587, COSPAR 1974-103A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Apr 1975, launched on 24 Dec 1974 on the US-P mission. It was operated by ARSL as part of the US-P programme. The spacecraft was built by ARSL/KOMET on the US-P bus, with a mass of 3,300 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 US-P No. 110?
US-P No. 110 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Apr 1975, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1974. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did US-P No. 110 re-enter the atmosphere?
US-P No. 110 re-entered on 17 Apr 1975, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built US-P No. 110?
US-P No. 110 was operated by ARSL and built by ARSL/KOMET (SU).