Starlink V1.0-L16-26
Re-entered 3 Jul 2026Starlink V1.0-L16-26 (NORAD 47374, COSPAR 2021-005AB) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Jul 2026, 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-L16-26?
Starlink V1.0-L16-26 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Jul 2026, 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-L16-26 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink V1.0-L16-26 re-entered on 3 Jul 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink V1.0-L16-26 operational?
Starlink V1.0-L16-26 was operational for roughly 1 months, from 10 Jan 2026 to 20 Feb 2026.
Who operated and built Starlink V1.0-L16-26?
Starlink V1.0-L16-26 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).