Kosmos-41
Re-entered 9 Apr 2004Kosmos-41 (NORAD 869, COSPAR 1964-049D) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 Apr 2004, launched on 22 Aug 1964 on the Molniya-1 11F67 No. 1 mission. It is catalogued as Molniya-1 No. 1L. It was operated by OKB-1 as part of the Molniya-1 programme. The spacecraft was built by OKB1 on the Molniya-1 bus, with a mass of 1,650 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 Kosmos-41?
Kosmos-41 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 Apr 2004, 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 Kosmos-41 re-enter the atmosphere?
Kosmos-41 re-entered on 9 Apr 2004, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Kosmos-41?
Kosmos-41 was operated by OKB-1 and built by OKB1 (SU).