[amsat-bb] DOSAAF-85 transponder activation

[Greg D]

I thought it was reported to be attached to the booster rocket, which
would represent a fairly significant source of drag.  But, at that
altitude, it should take a while to come down. 

Here's hoping for a long active life!

Greg  KO6TH

p.s.  BTW, object 44909 shows as satellite "BREEZE-KM R/B" in gPredict,
from Celestrak's data.


Lapo Pieri via AMSAT-BB wrote:
>  19:35 Thu 30 Apr 20  , Don KB2YSI wrote:
>> Does this mean it will be in orbit for quite a while?
> I think so. It's a satellite with a large passband, many qso at a time.
> I don't know about primary payload... let's hope well.
>
> 73, Lapo IK5NAX
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