The third stage, upper stage “Proton” and the satellite burned up in the atmosphere – RIA Novosti

MOSCOW, May 16 – RIA Novosti. The third stage, upper stage “Proton-M” and the satellite communication is almost completely burned in the atmosphere, falling elements have been recorded, the press service of the Russian Space Agency.

“The accident occurred at an altitude of 161 kilometers. The third stage, upper stage and spacecraft almost completely burned in the atmosphere. At the moment, the fact of the fall of unburned components is not fixed. The satellite and its launch are insured by the customer. Third party liability is insured by Russian side, “- said in a statement.