Starlink 1700
Re-entered 26 Jan 2026Starlink 1700 (NORAD 46549, COSPAR 2020-070T) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Jan 2026, launched on 6 Oct 2020 on the Starlink V1.0-L12 mission. It is catalogued as Starlink V1.0-L12-33. 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 1700?
Starlink 1700 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 26 Jan 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 1700 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink 1700 re-entered on 26 Jan 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink 1700 operational?
Starlink 1700 was operational for roughly 10 months, from 19 Dec 2024 to 20 Oct 2025.
Who operated and built Starlink 1700?
Starlink 1700 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).