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STARLINK-5159 (53974)
COSPAR: 2022-125L | Alt Name: Starlink 5159
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53974
International Designator
2022-125L
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
329.89°
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Argument of Perigee
20.74°
Period
94.83 min
Mean Motion
15.18 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5159
Alternative Name
Starlink 5159
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 53974U 22125L 26200.83335647 .00080612 00000+0 38375-2 0 9993
2 53974 53.1607 329.8926 0000645 20.7413 297.9454 15.18459934 5782
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-5159 is a communication satellite operated by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on October 5, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 290 kilograms and its launch mass was 305 kilograms. It carries a Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, powered by solar arrays and batteries. Equipped with krypton ion thrusters for propulsion, it forms part of the Starlink Group 4-29-11 constellation mission aimed at enhancing communication services. The satellite has a box plus pan shape and was stabilized on October 6, 2022, at 56:11 UTC.
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
290
Launch Mass
305
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 4-29-11
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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