Just to clarify, if anyone is confused on this point. This proposal isn't to limit the total lifespan of a LEO satellite to 5 years. Rather, it's shortening h

Just to clarify, if anyone is confused on this point. This proposal isn't to limit the total lifespan of a LEO satellite to 5 years. Rather, it's shortening how long a dead/post mission satellite can remain in orbit before needing to re-enter the atmosphere for disposal. Currently the rule is 25 years. This change would make significant progress in reducing future orbital junk.