10,168 Starlink Satellites in Orbit, X Report 6 Apr 2026
Current number of Starlink satellites in orbit April 2026: 10,168 working of 10,177 tracked, 11,724 launched. Fleet health tops 99.9%.
STARLINK-1080 (44961)
COSPAR: 2020-001AZ | Alt Name: Starlink 1080
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 7, 2020
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
44961
International Designator
2020-001AZ
Epoch
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:45:11 GMT
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Inclination
53.05°
Right Ascension
82.71°
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Argument of Perigee
116.51°
Period
91.70 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-1080
Alternative Name
Starlink 1080
Type
Payload
Status
Partially operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 44961U 20001AZ 26184.98971644 .00071348 00000-0 57355-3 0 9997
2 44961 53.0451 82.7136 0002442 116.5112 243.6155 15.70334804358816
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-1080 satellite, also known as Starlink 1080 and designated 2020-001AZ, is part of the Starlink constellation managed by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on January 7, 2020, from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station's LC40 using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it serves a communication mission. The satellite has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. It weighs about 260 kg at launch and has a dry mass of 248 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload technology (present in all satellites) and optical inter-satellite links (in prototypes), it uses solar arrays and batteries for power. The propulsion system consists of Krypton ion thrusters.
Starlink is a satellite constellation developed by SpaceX with the aim of providing global broadband internet coverage. Thousands of small satellites are deployed in low Earth orbit (LEO), enabling high-speed internet access even in remote areas. However, the rapid increase in satellites raises concerns about space debris and the potential for collisions, which can lead to further debris creation and endanger other spacecraft. Additionally, the sheer number of Starlink satellites can affect astronomical observations by increasing light pollution. Proper deorbiting plans and international coordination are essential to mitigate these challenges and ensure long-term sustainability in space.
Starlink is a satellite constellation developed by SpaceX with the aim of providing global broadband internet coverage. Thousands of small satellites are deployed in low Earth orbit (LEO), enabling high-speed internet access even in remote areas. However, the rapid increase in satellites raises concerns about space debris and the potential for collisions, which can lead to further debris creation and endanger other spacecraft. Additionally, the sheer number of Starlink satellites can affect astronomical observations by increasing light pollution. Proper deorbiting plans and international coordination are essential to mitigate these challenges and ensure long-term sustainability in space.
Physical Characteristics
Length
0.2
Diameter
2.8
Span
9
Dry Mass
248
Launch Mass
260
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink V1.0-L2-48
Purpose
Communication
Mission
Communication
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Krypton ion thrusters
Equipment
Ku/Ka-band payload (all), optical inter-satellite links (a few prototypes)
Power System
Solar arrays, batteries
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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