Starlink Group 8-7-01
Re-entered 14 Jun 2025Starlink Group 8-7-01 (NORAD 59753, COSPAR 2024-091A) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Jun 2025, launched on 14 May 2024 on the Starlink Group 8-7 mission. It was operated by SpaceX as part of the Starlink 2M D1 programme. The spacecraft was built by SPXS on the Starlink V2MD bus, with a mass of 960 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 8-7-01?
Starlink Group 8-7-01 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 14 Jun 2025, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2024. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did Starlink Group 8-7-01 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink Group 8-7-01 re-entered on 14 Jun 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink Group 8-7-01 operational?
Starlink Group 8-7-01 was operational for roughly 2 months, from 7 Apr 2025 to 10 Jun 2025.
Who operated and built Starlink Group 8-7-01?
Starlink Group 8-7-01 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).