Starlink 3004
Re-entered 14 Jun 2026Starlink 3004 (NORAD 48880, COSPAR 2021-059B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Jun 2026, launched on 30 Jun 2021 on the Transporter-2 mission. It is catalogued as Starlink TSP2-02. It was operated by SpaceX as part of the Starlink 1.0 G3 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 3004?
Starlink 3004 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Jun 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 3004 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink 3004 re-entered on 14 Jun 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink 3004 operational?
Starlink 3004 was operational for roughly 2 months, from 5 Apr 2026 to 30 May 2026.
Who operated and built Starlink 3004?
Starlink 3004 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).