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STARLINK-4414 (53213)
COSPAR: 2022-084AA | Alt Name: Starlink 4414
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NORAD ID
53213
International Designator
2022-084AA
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:30:16 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
258.35°
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Argument of Perigee
108.91°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4414
Alternative Name
Starlink 4414
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 53213U 22084AA 26201.10436259 .00000164 00000+0 15289-4 0 9990
2 53213 97.2833 258.3456 0001675 108.9073 251.2337 15.05655196219758
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4414 satellite, also known as Starlink 4414, is a communication satellite operated by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on July 22, 2022, from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter, with a span of 9 meters due to its solar arrays. It carries a Ku/Ka-band payload for communication along with an optical inter-satellite link. Equipped with krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and power generation from solar arrays supported by batteries, it has a dry mass of 275 kilograms and was launched with a total mass of 297 kilograms. Its primary purpose is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 3-2-25 mission 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 3-2-25
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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