Starlink 4349
Re-entered 3 May 2026Starlink 4349 (NORAD 53044, COSPAR 2022-077B) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 May 2026, launched on 11 Jul 2022 on the Starlink Group 3-1 mission. It is catalogued as Starlink Group 3-1-02. It was operated by SpaceX as part of the Starlink 1.5 G3 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 4349?
Starlink 4349 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 May 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 4349 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink 4349 re-entered on 3 May 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink 4349 operational?
Starlink 4349 was operational for roughly 4 months, from 31 Oct 2025 to 19 Feb 2026.
Who operated and built Starlink 4349?
Starlink 4349 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).