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STARLINK-4443 (53508)
COSPAR: 2022-099AV | Alt Name: Starlink 4443
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53508
International Designator
2022-099AV
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
319.43°
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Argument of Perigee
85.79°
Period
94.35 min
Mean Motion
15.26 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4443
Alternative Name
Starlink 4443
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 53508U 22099AV 26200.83335647 .00831969 00000+0 29671-1 0 9993
2 53508 97.2849 319.4290 0001522 85.7883 238.9419 15.26202495 5826
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-4443 (OBJECT_ID: 2022-099AV) is a Starlink communication satellite owned and manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on August 12, 2022, from the AFWTR SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. Its dry mass is 275 kilograms with an overall launch mass of 300 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link communication equipment, the satellite uses krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power supply. The shape of the satellite is described as a box with a pan configuration. It is part of the Starlink Group 3-3-44 mission aimed at enhancing global communication services.
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 3-3-44
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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