05. How many years can a space station stay in orbit? (A K2S Question)

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Physically, if it continues to be provided with rocket fuel and the rockets continue to function properly, a space station can continue to orbit for decades, or longer. But operational, political, or financial considerations could require that it eventually be brought down, as were its two predecessors.

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