STARLINK-30049 (56294)

COSPAR: 2023-056J | Alt Name: Starlink 30049

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Launch Details

Launch Date

April 19, 2023

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

56294

International Designator

2023-056J

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:33:21 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

185.53°

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Argument of Perigee

276.70°

Period

94.27 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-30049

Alternative Name

Starlink 30049

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 56294U 23056J   26200.35649965  .00000773  00000+0  37589-4 0  9991

2 56294  43.0023 185.5273 0001474 276.7044  83.3639 15.27589948180174

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Summary

The satellite STARLINK-30049, also known as Starlink 30049, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration series manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on April 19, 2023, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters, weighing approximately 700 kg dry mass (launch mass was 730 kg). It is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload capabilities and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, powered by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite uses Argon ion thrusters as its propulsion system and has a Box + pan shape.

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

0.3

Diameter

4.1

Span

Dry Mass

700

Launch Mass

730

Shape

Box + pan

Radar Cross Section

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 6-2-09

Purpose

Communication

Mission

Communication

Manufacturer

SPXS

Life Expectancy

Unknown

Bus

Starlink V2M

Configuration

Starlink v2 Mini

Motor

Argon ion thrusters

Equipment

Ku/Ka/E-band payload, optical inter-satellite link

Power System

Solar arrays, batteries

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

Unknown

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