STARLINK-2414 (48095)

COSPAR: 2021-027D | Alt Name: Starlink 2414

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Launch Details

Launch Date

April 7, 2021

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

48095

International Designator

2021-027D

Epoch

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:09:55 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

346.81°

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Argument of Perigee

72.30°

Period

94.01 min

Mean Motion

15.32 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-2414

Alternative Name

Starlink 2414

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 48095U 21027D   26184.46523022  .00001254  00000-0  52159-4 0  9991

2 48095  53.1586 346.8067 0000776  72.2961 287.8126 15.31706121290267

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Summary

The STARLINK-2414 satellite, also known as Starlink 2414, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink constellation. It was launched on April 7, 2021, from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station’s Launch Complex 40 aboard a Falcon 9 rocket. The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length, has a diameter of 2.8 meters, and a span of 9 meters. With a dry mass of 248 kilograms, it was launched with a total mass of 260 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload (all), optical inter-satellite links (prototypes), and powered by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite uses krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and has a box plus pan shape design.

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

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-L23-04

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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