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STARLINK-4430 (53485)
COSPAR: 2022-099W | Alt Name: Starlink 4430
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53485
International Designator
2022-099W
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:25:25 GMT
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Inclination
97.29°
Right Ascension
318.12°
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Argument of Perigee
102.18°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4430
Alternative Name
Starlink 4430
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 53485U 22099W 26200.85098895 .00000165 00000+0 15327-4 0 9992
2 53485 97.2851 318.1214 0001095 102.1825 257.9525 15.05651672215868
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4430 satellite, also known as Starlink 4430, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's (SPXS) Starlink constellation. Launched on August 12, 2022, from the AFWTR launch site using a Falcon 9 rocket, it has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 275 kg with a launch mass of 300 kg. It features a Ku/Ka-band payload along with an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes and utilizes krypton ion thrusters as its motor system. Power is provided by solar arrays and batteries, and it operates in a box plus panel configuration. The satellite was manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS) and serves the mission of providing global internet connectivity as part of Starlink Group 3-3-21.
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 3-3-21
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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