Dragon C112
Re-entered 9 Mar 2020Dragon C112 (NORAD 45341, COSPAR 2020-016A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 Mar 2020, launched on 7 Mar 2020 on the Dragon C112.3 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 6,023 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 C112?
Dragon C112 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 9 Mar 2020, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2020. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Dragon C112 re-enter the atmosphere?
Dragon C112 re-entered on 9 Mar 2020, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built Dragon C112?
Dragon C112 was operated by SPX and built by SPX (US).