Starlink 5875
Re-entered 3 Jul 2026Starlink 5875 (NORAD 57221, COSPAR 2023-094D) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Jul 2026, launched on 7 Jul 2023 on the Starlink Group 5-13 mission. It is catalogued as Starlink Group 5-13-04. It was operated by SpaceX as part of the Starlink 1.5 G5 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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Frequently asked questions
What happened to Starlink 5875?
Starlink 5875 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 3 Jul 2026, 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 5875 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink 5875 re-entered on 3 Jul 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink 5875 operational?
Starlink 5875 was operational for roughly 3 months, from 14 Mar 2026 to 20 Jun 2026.
Who operated and built Starlink 5875?
Starlink 5875 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).