Starlink Group 12-6-03
Re-entered 2 Jan 2026Starlink Group 12-6-03 (NORAD 62464, COSPAR 2024-254C) was a US satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Jan 2026, launched on 31 Dec 2024 on the Starlink Group 12-6 mission. It was operated by SpaceX as part of the Starlink 2M D2 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 12-6-03?
Starlink Group 12-6-03 re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 2 Jan 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 Group 12-6-03 re-enter the atmosphere?
Starlink Group 12-6-03 re-entered on 2 Jan 2026, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
How long was Starlink Group 12-6-03 operational?
Starlink Group 12-6-03 was operational for roughly 2 months, from 23 Oct 2025 to 31 Dec 2025.
Who operated and built Starlink Group 12-6-03?
Starlink Group 12-6-03 was operated by SpaceX and built by SPXS (US).