CORONA CR-16
Re-entered 12 May 1972CORONA CR-16 (NORAD 6003, COSPAR 1972-032A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 May 1972, launched on 19 Apr 1972 on the CORONA CR-16 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-16?
CORONA CR-16 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 May 1972, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1972. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did CORONA CR-16 re-enter the atmosphere?
CORONA CR-16 re-entered on 12 May 1972, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built CORONA CR-16?
CORONA CR-16 was operated by NRO / CIA and built by LMSC (US).