Starlink V1.0-L11-06
Re-entered 7 Jun 2024Starlink V1.0-L11-06 (NORAD 46350, COSPAR 2020-062AB) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 7 Jun 2024, launched on 3 Sep 2020 on the Starlink V1.0-L11 mission. 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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What happened to Starlink V1.0-L11-06?
Starlink V1.0-L11-06 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 7 Jun 2024, 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 V1.0-L11-06 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink V1.0-L11-06 re-entered on 7 Jun 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink V1.0-L11-06 operational?
Starlink V1.0-L11-06 was operational for roughly 4 months, from 20 Feb 2024 to 6 Jun 2024.
Who operated and built Starlink V1.0-L11-06?
Starlink V1.0-L11-06 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).