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STARLINK-3867 (52587)
COSPAR: 2022-051BD | Alt Name: Starlink 3867
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
52587
International Designator
2022-051BD
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:50:40 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
241.64°
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Argument of Perigee
73.42°
Period
94.01 min
Mean Motion
15.32 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3867
Alternative Name
Starlink 3867
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 52587U 22051BD 26200.82685646 .00000367 00000+0 23582-4 0 9991
2 52587 53.1584 241.6405 0001027 73.4221 286.6893 15.31700183231597
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-3867 satellite, also known as Starlink 3867, was launched on May 13, 2022, from the AFWTR SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It is part of the Starlink Group 4-13-52 and is owned by SPXS (SpaceX). This communication satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters with its solar arrays and other components. Its dry mass is 275 kilograms, while the launch mass was 297 kilograms. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload equipment for communication and an optical inter-satellite link. It also features krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays with batteries for power generation. The spacecraft has a box-like shape with a pan configuration.
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
275
Launch Mass
297
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 4-13-52
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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