For the second time in just over three months, a Starlink satellite operated by SpaceX has created debris in space after a technical problem. The company confirmed that the satellite, called Starlink-34343, lost communication on March 29 due to an “anomaly.” It had been launched in May 2025 and was orbiting about 560 kilometers above Earth. Tracking company LeoLabs detected dozens of objects near the satellite after the incident, suggesting that debris had formed. However, both companies said the situation is not dangerous, adding that the debris will likely burn up in Earth’s atmosphere within a few weeks because of its low orbit. Experts say this incident is similar to another issue that happened in December 2025 with a different Starlink satellite. In that case, a possible internal problem, such as a fault in the fuel tank or battery, caused the satellite to lose altitude quickly, although it did not break apart. SpaceX has not yet confirmed the exact cause of the latest issue but said teams are investigating and will take necessary steps to prevent future problems. Despite the incident, the company continued its operations and successfully launched more Starlink satellites using its Falcon 9 rocket shortly after the event.
