STARLINK-4309 (53066)

COSPAR: 2022-077Z | Alt Name: Starlink 4309

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Launch Details

Launch Date

July 11, 2022

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

53066

International Designator

2022-077Z

Epoch

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:50:35 GMT

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Inclination

97.29°

Right Ascension

18.28°

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Argument of Perigee

107.78°

Period

95.64 min

Mean Motion

15.06 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-4309

Alternative Name

Starlink 4309

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 53066U 22077Z   26201.03513251  .00002493  00000+0  17659-3 0  9997

2 53066  97.2871  18.2841 0001520 107.7805 252.3589 15.05657322220820

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Summary

The STARLINK-4309 satellite, also known as Starlink 4309, is owned and operated by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on July 11, 2022, from the AFWTR SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this communication satellite has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length, with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters. It weighs 275 kilograms dry and had a launch mass of 297 kilograms. The satellite is part of the Starlink Group 3-1-24 constellation and is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities, an optical inter-satellite link, krypton ion thrusters for propulsion, and solar arrays along with batteries for power generation. Its design includes a box-like structure with panels.

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 3-1-24

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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