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STARLINK-5267 (55655)
COSPAR: 2023-021AD | Alt Name: Starlink 5267
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NORAD ID
55655
International Designator
2023-021AD
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:28:34 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
191.75°
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Argument of Perigee
265.33°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5267
Alternative Name
Starlink 5267
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 55655U 23021AD 26200.68650707 .00000298 00000+0 32804-4 0 9992
2 55655 69.9992 191.7520 0003195 265.3278 94.7516 14.98325614189045
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-5267, also known as Starlink 5267, is a communication satellite part of the Starlink Group 2-5-28 launched on February 17, 2023, from AFWTR's SLC4E launch pad 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 while its launch mass was 305 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload, an optical inter-satellite link, solar arrays for power generation along with batteries, and Krypton ion thrusters as motors, it serves communication purposes. Manufactured by SPXS, the satellite is owned by SpaceX (SPXS) and operates in a box plus pan shape configuration without any specific major events noted post-launch.
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 2-5-28
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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