SpaceX's Starlink Satellites Falling From Space Raises Concerns.
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One of SpaceX's next-generation Starlink V2 Mini satellites, designated as 30062, reentered Earth's atmosphere and likely burned up during its reentry. Three other Starlink V2 Minis are raising their altitudes to reach their designated operational orbits, while one underwent a controlled deorbit maneuver. SpaceX launched 21 next-generation Starlink satellites on board a Falcon 9 rocket on February 27 to increase the capacity of its internet megaconstellation until the company is able to launch batches of its full-sized next-generation satellites.
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