AMS Venera
Re-entered 14 Feb 1961AMS Venera (NORAD 80, COSPAR 1961 GAM 1) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Feb 1961, launched on 12 Feb 1961 on the 1VA No. 2 mission. It is catalogued as 1VA No. 2. It was operated by OKB-1 as part of the MV programme. The spacecraft was built by OKB1 on the 1VA bus, with a mass of 620 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 AMS Venera?
AMS Venera re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Feb 1961, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1961. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did AMS Venera re-enter the atmosphere?
AMS Venera re-entered on 14 Feb 1961, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built AMS Venera?
AMS Venera was operated by OKB-1 and built by OKB1 (SU).