Taifun-1A
Re-entered 4 Feb 1981Taifun-1A (NORAD 9801, COSPAR 1977-006A) was a SU satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Feb 1981, launched on 2 Feb 1977 on the Vektor mission. It was operated by PVO as part of the Vektor1 programme. The spacecraft was built by YUZH on the Vektor bus, with a mass of 570 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 Taifun-1A?
Taifun-1A re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 4 Feb 1981, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1977. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Taifun-1A re-enter the atmosphere?
Taifun-1A re-entered on 4 Feb 1981, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Taifun-1A?
Taifun-1A was operated by PVO and built by YUZH (SU).