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STARLINK-5987 (56455)
COSPAR: 2023-064H | Alt Name: Starlink 5987
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
56455
International Designator
2023-064H
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:40:07 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
171.69°
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Argument of Perigee
264.16°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5987
Alternative Name
Starlink 5987
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 56455U 23064H 26200.65286814 -.00000102 00000+0 -74727-6 0 9997
2 56455 69.9995 171.6950 0003451 264.1580 95.9186 14.98329572175014
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-5987 is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink constellation. Launched on May 10, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, the spacecraft has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. The satellite features a dry mass of 290 kilograms and a launch mass of 305 kilograms, powered by solar arrays and batteries. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload, an optical inter-satellite link, and Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. Its primary mission is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 2-9-08 constellation.
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 2-9-08
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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