Starlink Group 2-4-40
Re-entered 16 Apr 2025Starlink Group 2-4-40 (NORAD 55308, COSPAR 2023-010AR) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Apr 2025, launched on 19 Jan 2023 on the Starlink Group 2-4 mission. It was operated by SpaceX as part of the Starlink 1.5 G2 programme. The spacecraft was built by SPXS on the Starlink bus, with a mass of 305 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 Group 2-4-40?
Starlink Group 2-4-40 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Apr 2025, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2023. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Starlink Group 2-4-40 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink Group 2-4-40 re-entered on 16 Apr 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink Group 2-4-40 operational?
Starlink Group 2-4-40 was operational for roughly 2 months, from 5 Feb 2025 to 5 Apr 2025.
Who operated and built Starlink Group 2-4-40?
Starlink Group 2-4-40 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).