Starlink 1474
Re-entered 23 Feb 2026Starlink 1474 (NORAD 45738, COSPAR 2020-038J) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Feb 2026, launched on 13 Jun 2020 on the Starlink V1.0-L8/SkySat mission. It is catalogued as Starlink V1.0-L8-16. It was operated by SpaceX as part of the Starlink 1.0V1 programme. The spacecraft was built by SPXS on the Starlink bus, with a mass of 260 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 Starlink 1474?
Starlink 1474 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 23 Feb 2026, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2020. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Starlink 1474 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink 1474 re-entered on 23 Feb 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink 1474 operational?
Starlink 1474 was operational for roughly 11 months, from 16 Oct 2024 to 5 Sep 2025.
Who operated and built Starlink 1474?
Starlink 1474 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).