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STARLINK-3283 (50179)
COSPAR: 2021-125Z | Alt Name: Starlink 3283
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
50179
International Designator
2021-125Z
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:57:22 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
14.07°
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Argument of Perigee
84.68°
Period
94.16 min
Mean Motion
15.29 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3283
Alternative Name
Starlink 3283
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 50179U 21125Z 26200.70650773 .00000430 00000+0 27223-4 0 9994
2 50179 53.1600 14.0715 0000893 84.6844 275.4259 15.29371430256564
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-3283 satellite, also known as Starlink 3283, is operated by SpaceX (SPXS) and was launched on December 18, 2021, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and spans about 9 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 270 kg while its launch mass was 290 kg, indicating it carries around 20 kg of propellant or other materials at liftoff. It features a Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes along with an optical inter-satellite link and uses krypton ion thrusters as motors. Power is provided by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite's shape can be described as a box with a pan configuration, designed primarily for communication missions within the Starlink Group 4-4-24 constellation.
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 4-4-24
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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