CORONA J-1
Re-entered 12 Sep 1963CORONA J-1 (NORAD 636, COSPAR 1963-034A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Sep 1963, launched on 25 Aug 1963 on the CORONA J-1 mission. It was operated by NRO / CIA as part of the CORONA J programme. The spacecraft was built by LMSC on the CORONA KH-4A bus, with a mass of 290 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 J-1?
CORONA J-1 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 12 Sep 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 J-1 re-enter the atmosphere?
CORONA J-1 re-entered on 12 Sep 1963, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built CORONA J-1?
CORONA J-1 was operated by NRO / CIA and built by LMSC (US).