re-entry

British  

/ riːˈɛntrɪ /

noun

1. the act of retaking possession of land, etc, under a right reserved in an earlier transfer of the property, such as a lease

2. the return of a spacecraft into the earth's atmosphere

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Example Sentences

This part of the journey will last approximately three or four days, punctuated by re-entry into the atmosphere -- one of the mission's most delicate maneuvers.

From Barron's

The agency has adjusted the spacecraft's trajectory so that the angle of re-entry into the atmosphere should be slightly less severe for the shield.

From Barron's

For Artemis II they are keeping this two‑step re-entry, but changing the angle and timing so Orion spends less time in the initial, gentler dip.

From BBC

Guthrie’s re-entry on “Today” is certain to generate significant viewer interest.

From Los Angeles Times

This piece of the journey will last approximately three or four days, punctuated by re-entry into the atmosphere -- one of the mission's most delicate maneuvers.

From Barron's