SpaceX urges better satellite data sharing after near-misses

SpaceX said that over 600 of its Starlink satellites had dangerous close approaches with other satellites this year, with about half involving operators who did not share their satellites' positions. The company highlighted two recent near-misses that required last-minute evasive maneuvers. SpaceX is asking for improved data sharing and coordination among satellite operators to prevent the risk of collisions in low-Earth orbit.

• Starlink had about 650 near-misses with other satellites this year
• Half of the near-misses involved undisclosed satellite trajectories
• Two incidents required emergency maneuvers to avoid collisions
• SpaceX is publicly calling for industry-wide data sharing
• Current regulations do not require operators to share trajectory data