STARLINK-5330 (55282)

COSPAR: 2023-010P | Alt Name: Starlink 5330

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Launch Details

Launch Date

January 19, 2023

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

55282

International Designator

2023-010P

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:33:12 GMT

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Inclination

70.00°

Right Ascension

70.94°

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Argument of Perigee

266.89°

Period

96.11 min

Mean Motion

14.98 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-5330

Alternative Name

Starlink 5330

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 55282U 23010P   26200.89806273  .00000343  00000+0  36526-4 0  9996

2 55282  69.9994  70.9404 0002752 266.8864  93.1980 14.98326253192588

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Summary

STARLINK-5330, also known as Starlink 5330, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink constellation. It was launched on January 19, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length and has a diameter of 2.8 meters with a span of 9 meters. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link technology, it uses krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. Its dry mass is recorded at 290 kilograms while its launch mass was 305 kilograms. The satellite utilizes solar arrays and batteries for power generation. Manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS), this satellite is part of the Starlink Group 2-4-14 communication mission.

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

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 2-4-14

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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