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STARLINK-4266 (52869)
COSPAR: 2022-062AR | Alt Name: Starlink 4266
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Launch Details
Launch Date
June 17, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
52869
International Designator
2022-062AR
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 03:02:17 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
141.68°
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Argument of Perigee
94.33°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4266
Alternative Name
Starlink 4266
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 52869U 22062AR 26200.12659615 .00000585 00000+0 28465-4 0 9993
2 52869 53.1626 141.6793 0001111 94.3282 265.7847 15.34392298225934
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4266 satellite, also known as Starlink 4266, is part of the Starlink constellation owned by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on June 17, 2022, from Launch Pad LC39A at AFETR using a 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. It weighs 275 kilograms dry and 297 kilograms at launch. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload, optical inter-satellite link, and solar arrays for power generation, it is designed for communication purposes using Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. The satellite has a box plus pan shape and its mission is to provide global internet coverage as part of the Starlink Group 4-19-40 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
275
Launch Mass
297
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 4-19-40
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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