CORONA M-23
Re-entered 13 Aug 1963CORONA M-23 (NORAD 621, COSPAR 1963-029A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Aug 1963, launched on 19 Jul 1963 on the CORONA M-23 mission. It was operated by NRO / CIA as part of the CORONA M programme. The spacecraft was built by LMSC on the CORONA KH-4 bus, with a mass of 173 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 M-23?
CORONA M-23 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 13 Aug 1963, ending a mission that began with its launch in 1963. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did CORONA M-23 re-enter the atmosphere?
CORONA M-23 re-entered on 13 Aug 1963, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built CORONA M-23?
CORONA M-23 was operated by NRO / CIA and built by LMSC (US).