CORONA CR-15
Re-entered 5 Oct 1971CORONA CR-15 (NORAD 5468, COSPAR 1971-076A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Oct 1971, launched on 10 Sep 1971 on the CORONA CR-15 mission. It was operated by NRO / CIA as part of the CORONA CR programme. The spacecraft was built by LMSC on the CORONA KH-4B bus, with a mass of 345 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 CORONA CR-15?
CORONA CR-15 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Oct 1971, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1971. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did CORONA CR-15 re-enter the atmosphere?
CORONA CR-15 re-entered on 5 Oct 1971, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built CORONA CR-15?
CORONA CR-15 was operated by NRO / CIA and built by LMSC (US).