Dragon C103
Re-entered 10 Oct 2012Dragon C103 (NORAD 38846, COSPAR 2012-054A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Oct 2012, launched on 8 Oct 2012 on the Dragon C103 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 5,426 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 C103?
Dragon C103 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Oct 2012, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2012. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Dragon C103 re-enter the atmosphere?
Dragon C103 re-entered on 10 Oct 2012, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Dragon C103?
Dragon C103 was operated by SPX and built by SPX (US).