P-11 No. 4202
Re-entered 8 Mar 1979P-11 No. 4202 (NORAD 851, COSPAR 1964-045B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Mar 1979, launched on 14 Aug 1964 on the GAMBIT SV 960 mission. It was operated by NRO / SAFSP as part of the EHH A programme. The spacecraft was built by LMSC on the P-11 bus, with a mass of 74 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 P-11 No. 4202?
P-11 No. 4202 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Mar 1979, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1964. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did P-11 No. 4202 re-enter the atmosphere?
P-11 No. 4202 re-entered on 8 Mar 1979, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was P-11 No. 4202 operational?
P-11 No. 4202 was operational for roughly 8 months, from 1 Feb 1965 to 1 Oct 1965.
Who operated and built P-11 No. 4202?
P-11 No. 4202 was operated by NRO / SAFSP and built by LMSC (US).