Ikar No. 2L
Re-entered 12 Oct 1991Ikar No. 2L (NORAD 7968, COSPAR 1975-056A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Oct 1991, launched on 20 Jun 1975 on the Tselina-D mission. It was operated by TSN108 as part of the Tselina-D programme. The spacecraft was built by YUZH on the Tselina-D bus, with a mass of 1,750 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 Ikar No. 2L?
Ikar No. 2L re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Oct 1991, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1975. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Ikar No. 2L re-enter the atmosphere?
Ikar No. 2L re-entered on 12 Oct 1991, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Ikar No. 2L?
Ikar No. 2L was operated by TSN108 and built by YUZH (SU).