Starlink Group 12-1-18
Re-entered 16 Aug 2025Starlink Group 12-1-18 (NORAD 62105, COSPAR 2024-220T) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Aug 2025, launched on 25 Nov 2024 on the Starlink Group 12-1 mission. It was operated by SpaceX as part of the Starlink 2MO S2 programme. The spacecraft was built by SPXS on the Starlink V2MO bus, with a mass of 530 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 12-1-18?
Starlink Group 12-1-18 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 16 Aug 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 12-1-18 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink Group 12-1-18 re-entered on 16 Aug 2025, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink Group 12-1-18 operational?
Starlink Group 12-1-18 was operational for roughly 8 months, from 21 Dec 2024 to 12 Aug 2025.
Who operated and built Starlink Group 12-1-18?
Starlink Group 12-1-18 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).