Dragon Spacecraft
Re-entered 27 Jun 2010Dragon Spacecraft (NORAD 36595, COSPAR 2010-026A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Jun 2010, launched on 4 Jun 2010 on the Dragon Spacecraft mission. It was operated by SPX as part of the Dragon programme. The spacecraft was built by SPX on the Dragon CM bus, with a mass of 3,000 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 Dragon Spacecraft?
Dragon Spacecraft re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 27 Jun 2010, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2010. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Dragon Spacecraft re-enter the atmosphere?
Dragon Spacecraft re-entered on 27 Jun 2010, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Dragon Spacecraft?
Dragon Spacecraft was operated by SPX and built by SPX (US).