CORONA M-26
Re-entered 8 Jan 1964CORONA M-26 (NORAD 718, COSPAR 1963-055A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Jan 1964, launched on 21 Dec 1963 on the CORONA M-26 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 210 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-26?
CORONA M-26 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 8 Jan 1964, 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-26 re-enter the atmosphere?
CORONA M-26 re-entered on 8 Jan 1964, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built CORONA M-26?
CORONA M-26 was operated by NRO / CIA and built by LMSC (US).