P-11 No. 4422
Re-entered 10 Nov 1971P-11 No. 4422 (NORAD 4343, COSPAR 1970-016B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Nov 1971, launched on 4 Mar 1970 on the CORONA CR-10 mission. It was operated by NRO / SAFSP as part of the EHH B programme. The spacecraft was built by LMSC/ESL1 on the P-11 H bus, with a mass of 146 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 P-11 No. 4422?
P-11 No. 4422 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 10 Nov 1971, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1970. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did P-11 No. 4422 re-enter the atmosphere?
P-11 No. 4422 re-entered on 10 Nov 1971, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was P-11 No. 4422 operational?
P-11 No. 4422 was operational for roughly 1 months, from 1 Oct 1971 to 10 Nov 1971.
Who operated and built P-11 No. 4422?
P-11 No. 4422 was operated by NRO / SAFSP and built by LMSC/ESL1 (US).