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STARLINK-6039 (56319)
COSPAR: 2023-058C | Alt Name: Starlink 6039
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
56319
International Designator
2023-058C
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:39:15 GMT
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Inclination
97.29°
Right Ascension
197.80°
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Argument of Perigee
90.23°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-6039
Alternative Name
Starlink 6039
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 56319U 23058C 26200.44392674 -.00000299 00000+0 -16846-4 0 9991
2 56319 97.2858 197.8004 0001714 90.2327 269.9097 15.05657231177608
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-6039, also known as Starlink 6039, was launched on April 27, 2023, from SLC4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has a box shape with an attached pan and measures 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter, with a span of 9 meters. The dry mass is 260 kilograms, and the launch mass was 300 kilograms. Its primary purpose is communication, and it operates as part of the Starlink constellation manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX). It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload, optical inter-satellite link, and Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. Power is provided through solar arrays and batteries.
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
260
Launch Mass
300
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 3-5-03
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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