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STARLINK-5125 (53994)
COSPAR: 2022-125AG | Alt Name: Starlink 5125
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NORAD ID
53994
International Designator
2022-125AG
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:01:52 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
340.49°
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Argument of Perigee
91.72°
Period
95.44 min
Mean Motion
15.09 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5125
Alternative Name
Starlink 5125
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 53994U 22125AG 26200.83463553 .00000065 00000+0 22159-4 0 9992
2 53994 53.1611 340.4900 0001337 91.7228 268.3917 15.08832590209415
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5125 satellite, also known as Starlink 5125, is part of the Starlink constellation owned by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on October 5, 2022, from Vandenberg Space Force Base (AFWTR) 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 is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes and features optical inter-satellite links and krypton ion thrusters for maneuvering. Power is supplied by solar arrays and batteries. The mission of STARLINK-5125 is to provide global broadband internet coverage as part of the Starlink Group 4-29-31 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
290
Launch Mass
305
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
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Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
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Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 4-29-31
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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