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STARLINK-4399 (53469)
COSPAR: 2022-099E | Alt Name: Starlink 4399
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53469
International Designator
2022-099E
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
319.46°
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Argument of Perigee
71.70°
Period
94.21 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4399
Alternative Name
Starlink 4399
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 53469U 22099E 26200.83335647 .00071019 00000+0 25468-2 0 9992
2 53469 97.2840 319.4621 0001999 71.7023 63.5417 15.28434962 5817
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-4399 satellite, identified by NORAD with the ID 53469 and OBJECT_ID 2022-099E, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on August 12, 2022, from SLC4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it measures 0.2 meters in length and has a diameter of 2.8 meters with a span of 9 meters. The satellite has a dry mass of 275 kilograms and was launched with a total mass of 300 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload equipment for communication purposes, an optical inter-satellite link, and Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. Power is provided by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite's structure resembles a box shape with additional 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.
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
300
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 3-3-05
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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