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STARLINK-5280 (54166)
COSPAR: 2022-141K | Alt Name: Starlink 5280
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
54166
International Designator
2022-141K
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:55:10 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
128.34°
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Argument of Perigee
83.98°
Period
93.79 min
Mean Motion
15.35 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5280
Alternative Name
Starlink 5280
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 54166U 22141K 26200.53831185 -.00000062 00000+0 91263-5 0 9990
2 54166 53.1626 128.3429 0001249 83.9801 276.1344 15.35403298205814
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5280 satellite, also known as Starlink 5280, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on October 28, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. This US-based communication satellite has a dry mass of 290 kg and a launch mass of 305 kg. Its dimensions are 0.2 m in length, with a diameter of 2.8 m and a span of 9 m. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. It uses solar arrays and batteries for power and krypton ion thrusters as its motor. The spacecraft has a box shape with a pan design. It belongs to the Starlink Group 4-31-10 mission, owned by SpaceX (SPXS), which is also responsible for its manufacturing.
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 4-31-10
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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