Dragon C106
Re-entered 5 Jun 2017Dragon C106 (NORAD 42744, COSPAR 2017-030A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Jun 2017, launched on 3 Jun 2017 on the Dragon C106.2 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 5,510 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 C106?
Dragon C106 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Jun 2017, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2017. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Dragon C106 re-enter the atmosphere?
Dragon C106 re-entered on 5 Jun 2017, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Dragon C106?
Dragon C106 was operated by SPX and built by SPX (US).