CORONA J-21
Re-entered 15 Jun 1965CORONA J-21 (NORAD 1374, COSPAR 1965-037A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Jun 1965, launched on 18 May 1965 on the CORONA J-21 mission. It was operated by NRO / CIA as part of the CORONA J programme. The spacecraft was built by LMSC on the CORONA KH-4A bus, with a mass of 210 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 CORONA J-21?
CORONA J-21 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Jun 1965, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1965. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did CORONA J-21 re-enter the atmosphere?
CORONA J-21 re-entered on 15 Jun 1965, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built CORONA J-21?
CORONA J-21 was operated by NRO / CIA and built by LMSC (US).