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STARLINK-4439 (53498)
COSPAR: 2022-099AK | Alt Name: Starlink 4439
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53498
International Designator
2022-099AK
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:04 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
319.78°
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Argument of Perigee
74.89°
Period
94.30 min
Mean Motion
15.27 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4439
Alternative Name
Starlink 4439
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 53498U 22099AK 26201.25004630 .00826506 00000+0 28691-1 0 9995
2 53498 97.2847 319.7802 0001640 74.8920 166.2841 15.27121599 5824
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4439 satellite, also known as Starlink 4439, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on August 12, 2022, from the AFWTR SLC4E launch pad 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. Weighing 300 kilograms at launch, it now has a dry mass of 275 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities and an optical inter-satellite link for data transmission. Its propulsion system uses Krypton ion thrusters, and power is provided by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite is part of the Starlink Group 3-3-34 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
300
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 3-3-34
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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