Starlink V1.0-L13-29
Re-entered 3 May 2026Starlink V1.0-L13-29 (NORAD 46699, COSPAR 2020-073AF) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 May 2026, launched on 18 Oct 2020 on the Starlink V1.0-L13 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-L13-29?
Starlink V1.0-L13-29 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 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 V1.0-L13-29 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink V1.0-L13-29 re-entered on 3 May 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink V1.0-L13-29 operational?
Starlink V1.0-L13-29 was operational for roughly 2 months, from 18 Oct 2025 to 22 Dec 2025.
Who operated and built Starlink V1.0-L13-29?
Starlink V1.0-L13-29 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).