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STARLINK-5260 (55275)
COSPAR: 2023-010G | Alt Name: Starlink 5260
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55275
International Designator
2023-010G
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:32:47 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
51.33°
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Argument of Perigee
265.39°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5260
Alternative Name
Starlink 5260
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 55275U 23010G 26200.85611086 .00000787 00000+0 73736-4 0 9996
2 55275 70.0006 51.3315 0002422 265.3945 94.6937 14.98330571193070
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5260 satellite, also known as Starlink 5260, was launched on January 19, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It is part of the Starlink Group 2-4-07 and operated by SpaceX (SPXS). The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and spans 9 meters. It has a dry mass of 290 kilograms and was launched at a total mass of 305 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload, optical inter-satellite link, and krypton ion thrusters for propulsion, the satellite uses solar arrays and batteries for power generation. Its primary mission is communication as part of the Starlink 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
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 2-4-07
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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