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STARLINK-3306 (50163)
COSPAR: 2021-125H | Alt Name: Starlink 3306
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
50163
International Designator
2021-125H
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
53.22°
Right Ascension
350.87°
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Argument of Perigee
34.13°
Period
91.56 min
Mean Motion
15.73 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3306
Alternative Name
Starlink 3306
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 50163U 21125H 26200.83335647 .00063100 00000+0 45826-3 0 9992
2 50163 53.2182 350.8665 0001157 34.1278 37.5931 15.72806054 5898
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-3306 (OBJECT_ID: 2021-125H) is a Starlink communication satellite launched by SpaceX on December 18, 2021, from Space Launch Complex 4E at AFWTR using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and has a span of 9 meters. The spacecraft's dry mass is 270 kg and its launch mass was 290 kg, powered by solar arrays and batteries. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication and optical inter-satellite link, it uses krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. The satellite has a box shape with panels and belongs to the Starlink Group 4-4-08 mission under SpaceX ownership.
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
270
Launch Mass
290
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 4-4-08
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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