SpaceX investigates Starlink satellite anomaly after fuel leak causes orbital decay

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A SpaceX Starlink satellite experienced a fuel tank rupture and fuel leak, causing its orbit to decay. The satellite, designated 35956, is now on a trajectory to burn up in Earth's atmosphere. SpaceX requested imagery of the damaged satellite for investigation. The anomaly was unexpected, and a high-resolution image was captured by a remote sensing satellite, showing the Starlink satellite appearing outwardly intact.


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