Molniya 1-46
Molinya-1 satellite
Mission typeCommunications
OperatorExperimental Design Bureau (OKB-1)
Mission duration12 years
Spacecraft properties
Spacecraft typeMolinya
BusKAUR-2
ManufacturerExperimental Design Bureau (OKB-1)
Payload mass1600 kg (3500 lb)
Dimensions4.4 m tall, 1.4 m base diameter
Expedition
Began10 January 1980
Ended21 October 1992
Start of mission
Launch sitePlatesk Missile and Space Complex
End of mission
DisposalOrbital Decay

Molniya 1-46 was a Soviet communications satellite launched on 10 January 1980. It reentered the atmosphere on 22 October 1992.[1]

References

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  1. ^ "Technical details for satellite MOLNIYA 1-46". N2YO.com - Real Time Satellite Tracking and Predictions. Retrieved September 22, 2024.