Starlink V1.0-L21-16
Re-entered 24 Jan 2025Starlink V1.0-L21-16 (NORAD 47875, COSPAR 2021-021R) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Jan 2025, launched on 14 Mar 2021 on the Starlink V1.0-L21 mission. It was operated by SpaceX as part of the Starlink 1.0V2 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-L21-16?
Starlink V1.0-L21-16 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 24 Jan 2025, 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-L21-16 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink V1.0-L21-16 re-entered on 24 Jan 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink V1.0-L21-16 operational?
Starlink V1.0-L21-16 was operational for roughly 3 months, from 30 Sep 2024 to 11 Jan 2025.
Who operated and built Starlink V1.0-L21-16?
Starlink V1.0-L21-16 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).