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STARLINK-5227 (54181)
COSPAR: 2022-141AA | Alt Name: Starlink 5227
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
54181
International Designator
2022-141AA
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:41:48 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
127.00°
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Argument of Perigee
87.80°
Period
93.79 min
Mean Motion
15.35 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5227
Alternative Name
Starlink 5227
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 54181U 22141AA 26200.77903148 .00000579 00000+0 27516-4 0 9993
2 54181 53.1616 127.0042 0001184 87.8039 272.3099 15.35394524205851
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-5227 satellite, also known as Starlink 5227, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on October 28, 2022, from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters. The satellite weighs around 305 kg at launch with a dry mass of 290 kg and is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload equipment for communication purposes, as well as optical inter-satellite links. Its propulsion system consists of Krypton ion thrusters, and it is powered by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite's design includes a box shape with a pan configuration and is owned and operated by SpaceX (SPXS) under the Starlink Group 4-31-25 payload for communication missions.
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 4-31-25
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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