CRO-CO
Re-entered 14 May 1991CRO-CO (NORAD 21245, COSPAR 1991-031D) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 May 1991, launched on 28 Apr 1991 on the OV-103 Research/FF mission. It was operated by SDIO as part of the SDIO SS programme. The spacecraft was built by DSI on the CRO bus, with a mass of 70 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 CRO-CO?
CRO-CO re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 May 1991, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1991. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did CRO-CO re-enter the atmosphere?
CRO-CO re-entered on 14 May 1991, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built CRO-CO?
CRO-CO was operated by SDIO and built by DSI (US).