Starlink 1686
Re-entered 30 May 2026Starlink 1686 (NORAD 46328, COSPAR 2020-062D) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 May 2026, launched on 3 Sep 2020 on the Starlink V1.0-L11 mission. It is catalogued as Starlink V1.0-L11-21. 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 1686?
Starlink 1686 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 30 May 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 1686 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink 1686 re-entered on 30 May 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink 1686 operational?
Starlink 1686 was operational for roughly 4 months, from 15 Oct 2025 to 8 Feb 2026.
Who operated and built Starlink 1686?
Starlink 1686 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).