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CoRoT

CoRoT was the single CNES-led space observatory spacecraft launched on 27 December 2006 and operated in a near-polar Earth orbit until its mission ended in June 2014.

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COROTCoRoT satelliteCOnvection, ROtation and planetary Transits
Name
CoRoT
Status
retired

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CoRoT was the single CNES-led space observatory spacecraft launched on 27 December 2006 and operated in a near-polar Earth orbit until its mission ended in June 2014.
First Flight Date
2006-12-27
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Creation Time
August 1, 2026 at 11:16:53 UTC
Updated Time
August 1, 2026 at 11:16:53 UTC

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Last Flight Date
2014-06-17
Vehicle Code
2006-063A