Starlink loss highlights current space weather prediction capabilities, coming advancements

On February 8, 2022, SpaceX announced the loss of around 40 of the 49 Starlink satellites launched on the Starlink Group 4-7 mission from LC-39A on February 3. For spacecraft initially orbiting at low altitudes, as the Starlinks did at the time upon deployment, many factors can lead to a craft not reaching its final intended orbit. However, the loss of the Group 4-7 satellites ultimately traces back to the Sun. More

(Source: NASASpaceFlight.com - Feb 26)