FSW No. 2
Re-entered 29 Dec 1975FSW No. 2 (NORAD 8452, COSPAR 1975-111A) was a CN satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Dec 1975, launched on 26 Nov 1975 on the FSW No. 2 mission. It was operated by JGB7 as part of the FSWP programme. The spacecraft was built by CAST on the FSW bus, with a mass of 1,100 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 FSW No. 2?
FSW No. 2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 29 Dec 1975, 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 FSW No. 2 re-enter the atmosphere?
FSW No. 2 re-entered on 29 Dec 1975, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built FSW No. 2?
FSW No. 2 was operated by JGB7 and built by CAST (CN).