Starlink plans to lower satellite orbit to enhance safety in 2026

SpaceX to lower thousands of Starlink satellites in 2026 as collisions rise, company says

Bringing the satellites down will reduce the risk of collisions between satellites, the company said. Starlink is going to gradually lower thousands of its satellites in 2026 due to space safety concerns, the company said. Approximately 4,400 satellites that are currently orbiting at 550…

4,400 Starlink Satellites To Move To Lower Orbit

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SpaceX lowering orbits of 4,400 Starlink satellites for safety's sake

SpaceX will soon lower the orbits of about 4,400 Starlink satellites, to decrease the threat they pose to other spacecraft and reduce space traffic overall.

Starlink Will Be Moving Thousands of Its Satellites for 'Space Safety' Reasons

Earth's orbit is congested with satellites, making collisions and disruptions more and more likely.

SpaceX to lower orbits of some Starlink satellites

SpaceX plans to lower the orbits of some of its Starlink satellites, a move the company says is intended to improve space safety following two recent incidents. The post SpaceX to lower orbits of some Starlink satellites appeared first on SpaceNews.

Starlink To Lower Thousands of Satellites in Orbit in 2026 To Boost Space Safety

Starlink is reshaping the skies. In a major update to its satellite internet network, the SpaceX-owned company has announced it will lower the orbits of around 4,400 satellites in 2026. The satellites, which currently operate at about 342 miles (550 kilometers) above Earth, will be repositioned to roughly 298 miles (480 kilometers), according to Starlink […] The post Starlink To Lower Thousands of Satellites in Orbit in 2026 To Boost Space Safet…