STARLINK-3119 (49145)

COSPAR: 2021-082R | Alt Name: Starlink 3119

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Launch Details

Launch Date

September 14, 2021

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

49145

International Designator

2021-082R

Epoch

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 01:55:37 GMT

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Inclination

70.00°

Right Ascension

320.98°

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Argument of Perigee

269.36°

Period

96.11 min

Mean Motion

14.98 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-3119

Alternative Name

Starlink 3119

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 49145U 21082R   26185.08029418  .00000226  00000-0  26764-4 0  9999

2 49145  70.0002 320.9782 0003392 269.3597  90.7173 14.98330940264395

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Summary

STARLINK-3119 is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink constellation and operated by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on September 14, 2021, from Vandenberg Space Force Base (AFWTR) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle from SLC4E. The spacecraft measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters, featuring a "Box + pan" shape. It has a dry mass of 275 kilograms and was launched at a mass of 297 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes, it also includes an optical inter-satellite link and uses Krypton ion thrusters as its motor system. Power is supplied by solar arrays and batteries.

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

275

Launch Mass

297

Shape

Box + pan

Radar Cross Section

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 2-1-15

Purpose

Communication

Mission

Communication

Manufacturer

SPXS

Life Expectancy

Unknown

Bus

Starlink

Configuration

Unknown

Motor

Krypton ion thrusters

Equipment

Ku/Ka-band payload, optical inter-satellite link

Power System

Solar arrays, batteries

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

Unknown

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