Dragon C113
Re-entered 16 Aug 2017Dragon C113 (NORAD 42904, COSPAR 2017-045A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Aug 2017, launched on 14 Aug 2017 on the Dragon C113 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 5,690 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 C113?
Dragon C113 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Aug 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 C113 re-enter the atmosphere?
Dragon C113 re-entered on 16 Aug 2017, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Dragon C113?
Dragon C113 was operated by SPX and built by SPX (US).