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STARLINK-2119 (47397)
COSPAR: 2021-005BA | Alt Name: Starlink 2119
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 20, 2021
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
47397
International Designator
2021-005BA
Epoch
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 03:42:38 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
240.10°
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Argument of Perigee
10.36°
Period
93.75 min
Mean Motion
15.36 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-2119
Alternative Name
Starlink 2119
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 47397U 21005BA 26185.15460891 .00058460 00000-0 16408-2 0 9998
2 47397 53.1570 240.1018 0005048 10.3578 349.7529 15.36013980300884
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink satellite named STARLINK-2119 (OBJECT_ID: 2021-005BA) was launched on January 20, 2021, from LC39A at the AFETR launch site using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. The satellite weighs 248 kilograms dry and 260 kilograms at launch. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities (all) and optical inter-satellite links on a few prototypes, it uses Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power. Its mission is communication and was manufactured by SPXS, owned by the same entity, and named Starlink V1.0-L16-49 as its payload. The satellite's shape is described as box + pan but lacks specific details on its color, RCS (Radar Cross Section), or major events during its operational period.
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-L16-49
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
Map
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