STARLINK-5611 (55761)

COSPAR: 2023-028W | Alt Name: Starlink 5611

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Launch Details

Launch Date

March 3, 2023

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

55761

International Designator

2023-028W

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:12:05 GMT

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Inclination

70.00°

Right Ascension

251.44°

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Argument of Perigee

268.40°

Period

96.11 min

Mean Motion

14.98 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-5611

Alternative Name

Starlink 5611

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 55761U 23028W   26200.84173515 -.00000066  00000+0  22521-5 0  9992

2 55761  69.9982 251.4362 0003805 268.4036  91.6687 14.98330862186328

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Summary

The Starlink-5611 satellite, also known as Starlink 5611, is a communication satellite operated by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on March 3, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link technology, it uses krypton ion thrusters as its propulsion system and solar arrays along with batteries for power. The dry mass of the satellite is 290 kg, while its launch mass was 305 kg. Its shape consists of a box with an attached pan configuration.

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 2-7-21

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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