Starlink 3729
Re-entered 15 Jun 2026Starlink 3729 (NORAD 52135, COSPAR 2022-029AZ) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Jun 2026, launched on 19 Mar 2022 on the Starlink Group 4-12 mission. It is catalogued as Starlink Group 4-12-48. It was operated by SpaceX as part of the Starlink 1.5 G4 programme. The spacecraft was built by SPXS on the Starlink bus, with a mass of 297 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 3729?
Starlink 3729 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 15 Jun 2026, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2022. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Starlink 3729 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink 3729 re-entered on 15 Jun 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink 3729 operational?
Starlink 3729 was operational for roughly 2 months, from 5 Apr 2026 to 2 Jun 2026.
Who operated and built Starlink 3729?
Starlink 3729 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).