SpaceX to Deorbit 100 Starlink Satellites Due to Flaw

The move aims to ensure space safety and sustainability without affecting user service.

SpaceX plans to deorbit approximately 100 of its older Starlink satellites over the next six months to address a common issue that could increase the probability of failure.
The decision to deorbit these satellites is part of SpaceX's commitment to keeping space safe, sustainable, and accessible, and to protect astronauts, satellites in orbit, and the public on the ground.
Despite the deorbiting process, SpaceX assures that Starlink users will not experience any service disruptions, as there are still thousands of functioning satellites in orbit.
SpaceX will monitor the satellites during their descent and share data with other spacecraft operators to ensure the operation does not interfere with other satellites.
The company has regulatory approval to launch 12,000 Starlink satellites and plans to expand its fleet to approximately 40,000 to provide high-speed broadband connectivity worldwide.