STARLINK-3661 (52129)

COSPAR: 2022-029AT | Alt Name: Starlink 3661

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Launch Details

Launch Date

March 19, 2022

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

52129

International Designator

2022-029AT

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:33:29 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

198.32°

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Argument of Perigee

62.61°

Period

95.44 min

Mean Motion

15.09 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-3661

Alternative Name

Starlink 3661

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 52129U 22029AT  26200.23159243 -.00000756  00000+0 -29444-4 0  9999

2 52129  53.1595 198.3168 0001277  62.6122 297.4999 15.08827619240799

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Summary

STARLINK-3661 is a communication satellite launched by SpaceX (SPXS) on March 19, 2022, from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures 0.2 meters in length and has a diameter of 2.8 meters with a span of 9 meters. It has a dry mass of 275 kilograms and a launch mass of 297 kilograms, equipped with solar arrays and batteries for power generation. STARLINK-3661 is part of the Starlink Group 4-12-42 constellation and is fitted with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link equipment for communication purposes. The satellite uses Krypton ion thrusters as its propulsion system to maintain its orbit.

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 4-12-42

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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