Spacecraft from Chinese launch nearly slammed into Starlink satellite, SpaceX says
NeutralScience
- A satellite launched on December 9, 2025, by a Chinese rocket nearly collided with one of SpaceX's Starlink satellites, as reported by SpaceX. This incident highlights the increasing congestion in low Earth orbit, where numerous satellites from various companies are deployed for global internet coverage.
- This near-miss underscores the potential risks associated with the growing number of satellites in orbit, particularly for SpaceX, which is actively expanding its Starlink network to provide global internet access. Such incidents could impact operational safety and regulatory scrutiny.
- The incident reflects broader concerns regarding space traffic management and the safety of satellite operations, especially as SpaceX continues to launch multiple batches of Starlink satellites. With increasing launches, the need for effective coordination and collision avoidance measures becomes critical to ensure the sustainability of space activities.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System
