Starlink 32272
Re-entered 5 Apr 2026Starlink 32272 (NORAD 60735, COSPAR 2024-152R) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Apr 2026, launched on 28 Aug 2024 on the Starlink Group 8-6 mission. It is catalogued as Starlink Group 8-6-16. It was operated by SpaceX as part of the Starlink 2M S1 programme. The spacecraft was built by SPXS on the Starlink V2M bus, with a mass of 730 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 32272?
Starlink 32272 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 5 Apr 2026, 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 32272 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink 32272 re-entered on 5 Apr 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink 32272 operational?
Starlink 32272 was operational for roughly 6 months, from 7 Sep 2025 to 7 Mar 2026.
Who operated and built Starlink 32272?
Starlink 32272 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).