GLORIA II
Re-entered 15 Aug 1991GLORIA II (NORAD 21262, COSPAR 1991-031C) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Aug 1991, launched on 28 Apr 1991 on the OV-103 Research/FF mission. It was operated by NRO / SAFSP as part of the NRO Sig Tech programme. The spacecraft was built by BALL on the MPEC bus, with a mass of 122 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 GLORIA II?
GLORIA II re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Aug 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 GLORIA II re-enter the atmosphere?
GLORIA II re-entered on 15 Aug 1991, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built GLORIA II?
GLORIA II was operated by NRO / SAFSP and built by BALL (US).