X Report 19 Dec 2025
A partial breakup incident involving a Starlink satellite raised concerns, while SpaceX continued its ambitious projects and launches.
COSMOS 2424 [GLONASS-M] (29672)
COSPAR: 2006-062C | Alt Name: Kosmos-2426
Image
![COSMOS 2424 [GLONASS-M] Satellite Image](/images/sat/29672.jpg)
Additional Sources
Launch Details
Launch Date
December 25, 2006
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC81/24
Launch Vehicle
Proton-K/DM-2
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
29672
International Designator
2006-062C
Epoch
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:46:16 GMT
Apogee
Calculating...
Perigee
Calculating...
Inclination
64.70°
Right Ascension
193.75°
Eccentricity
Calculating...
Argument of Perigee
177.45°
Period
675.67 min
Mean Motion
2.13 rev/day
Latitude
Calculating...
Longitude
Calculating...
Altitude
Calculating...
Velocity
Calculating...
Polar Plot
3D Visualization
Basic Satellite Info
Name
COSMOS 2424 [GLONASS-M]
Alternative Name
Kosmos-2426
Type
Payload
Status
Non-operational
Owner
KVR/IACG
Country
Russia
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 29672U 06062C 26184.78213522 .00000089 00000+0 00000+0 0 9996
2 29672 64.6983 193.7476 0019587 177.4468 182.5947 02.13122906151939
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The COSMOS 2424 [GLONASS-M], also known as Kosmos-2426, is a navigation satellite launched on December 25, 2006, from the TYMSC launch site using a Proton-K/DM-2 launch vehicle. With dimensions of 4 meters in length and 1.5 meters in diameter, it has a span of 7.8 meters when its solar arrays are deployed. The satellite carries a dry mass of 1200 kg and had a launch mass of 1450 kg. It is based on the 3-Axis stabilized Uragan-M bus design and was manufactured by RESH for KVR/IACG. Its mission is to provide navigation services as part of the GLONASS constellation, with its operational lifetime planned for seven years. The satellite’s power system includes two deployable solar arrays and batteries.
Physical Characteristics
Length
4
Diameter
1.5
Span
7.8
Dry Mass
1200
Launch Mass
1450
Shape
Cyl + Ant + 2 Pan
Radar Cross Section
5.0257
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Uragan-M No. 17L
Purpose
Navigation
Mission
Navigation
Manufacturer
RESH
Life Expectancy
7 years
Bus
Uragan
Configuration
3-Axis stabilized Uragan-M bus
Motor
?
Equipment
?
Power System
2 deployable solar arrays, batteries
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
Map
Next Pass
Azimuth Elevation Time (Local)
Start Azimuth
Max Elevation
Stop Azimuth
Time Until
Pass Duration
Satellite Articles
View All Posts »Learn more about satellites and other related topics.
X Report 13 Apr 2025
SpaceX successfully launches 21 Starlink satellites and deploys a new batch of spy satellites for the US government.
Space Brief 8 Nov 2025
Today's Space Brief covers major developments in Pentagon procurement methods, strategic satellite intelligence advancements, and increasing interest in drone technology within the defense sector.
Space Brief 4 Aug 2025
Key developments in space today include significant satellite launches, advancements in space technology, and an exciting crewed suborbital flight. Highlights cover China's satellite internet progress, a promising innovation for solar cells, and recent SpaceX and Blue Origin activities.
SpaceX Names AI Megaconstellation "Starmind" | KeepTrack X Report
SpaceX officially names its planned AI megaconstellation Starmind while a Falcon 9 upper stage targets a lunar impact this August.
Space Force Awards $437M to Viasat, SES for Military Satcom | KeepTrack Space Brief
Space Force contracts Viasat and SES for $437M Protected Tactical Satcom-Global program. Four new GEO satellites replace vulnerable single-satellite systems.
X Report 28 Oct 2025
SpaceX successfully launched 28 Starlink satellites and settled a lawsuit, while Starlink's performance faces scrutiny in Ukraine. Additionally, MTN is enhancing Starlink's business services.
X Report 9 May 2025
SpaceX makes strides in various sectors, from Starlink expanding services on United Airlines to new hardware aimed at enhancing home connectivity.