AUOS-Z-T-IK
Re-entered 18 Nov 1979AUOS-Z-T-IK (NORAD 8903, COSPAR 1976-056A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 Nov 1979, launched on 19 Jun 1976 on the AUOS-Z-T-IK mission. It was operated by IK as part of the AUOS programme. The spacecraft was built by YUZH on the AUOS bus, with a mass of 950 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 AUOS-Z-T-IK?
AUOS-Z-T-IK re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 18 Nov 1979, 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 AUOS-Z-T-IK re-enter the atmosphere?
AUOS-Z-T-IK re-entered on 18 Nov 1979, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built AUOS-Z-T-IK?
AUOS-Z-T-IK was operated by IK and built by YUZH (SU).