Starlink V1.0-L16-01
Re-entered 16 Sep 2022Starlink V1.0-L16-01 (NORAD 47349, COSPAR 2021-005A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Sep 2022, launched on 20 Jan 2021 on the Starlink V1.0-L16 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-L16-01?
Starlink V1.0-L16-01 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Sep 2022, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2021. 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-L16-01 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink V1.0-L16-01 re-entered on 16 Sep 2022, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink V1.0-L16-01 operational?
Starlink V1.0-L16-01 was operational for roughly 13 months, from 23 Aug 2021 to 13 Sep 2022.
Who operated and built Starlink V1.0-L16-01?
Starlink V1.0-L16-01 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).