STARLINK-3095 (49160)

COSPAR: 2021-082AG | Alt Name: Starlink 3095

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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

49160

International Designator

2021-082AG

Epoch

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:43:56 GMT

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Inclination

70.00°

Right Ascension

1.42°

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Argument of Perigee

267.68°

Period

96.11 min

Mean Motion

14.98 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-3095

Alternative Name

Starlink 3095

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Major Events

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Latest TLEs

1 49160U 21082AG  26184.90551371  .00000254  00000-0  29060-4 0  9997

2 49160  69.9998   1.4168 0002973 267.6804  92.4015 14.98332042264454

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Summary

The Starlink-3095 satellite, also known as Starlink 3095, is a communication satellite operated by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on September 14, 2021, from Vandenberg Space Force Base SLC-4E using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length and has a diameter of 2.8 meters with a span of 9 meters. Its dry mass is 275 kilograms while its launch mass was 297 kilograms. It is equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload, an optical inter-satellite link, and Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. Power comes from solar arrays and batteries. The satellite's shape consists of a box structure with an attached pan.

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 2-1-30

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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