Tselina-OM
Re-entered 12 Dec 1980Tselina-OM (NORAD 8530, COSPAR 1976-001A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Dec 1980, launched on 6 Jan 1976 on the Tselina-OM mission. It was operated by GRU as part of the Tselina-OM programme. The spacecraft was built by YUZH on the Tselina-OM bus, with a mass of 434 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 Tselina-OM?
Tselina-OM re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Dec 1980, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1976. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Tselina-OM re-enter the atmosphere?
Tselina-OM re-entered on 12 Dec 1980, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Tselina-OM?
Tselina-OM was operated by GRU and built by YUZH (SU).