STARLINK-30119 (56823)

COSPAR: 2023-079A | Alt Name: Starlink 30119

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Launch Details

Launch Date

June 4, 2023

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

56823

International Designator

2023-079A

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:46:05 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

83.65°

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Argument of Perigee

264.34°

Period

94.27 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-30119

Alternative Name

Starlink 30119

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 56823U 23079A   26200.36533998  .00000927  00000+0  43204-4 0  9995

2 56823  43.0017  83.6468 0001341 264.3372  95.7327 15.27577739173458

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Summary

STARLINK-30119 is a communication satellite designated as Starlink V2M and part of the Starlink v2 Mini configuration launched on June 4, 2023, from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station (LC40) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It was manufactured by SPXS with dimensions measuring 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans approximately 29 meters when deployed. The satellite has a dry mass of 700 kg and carried a Ku/Ka/E-band payload alongside an optical inter-satellite link. It is powered by solar arrays with battery storage for energy needs. The propulsion system uses Argon ion thrusters for maneuvering. Its primary mission focuses on providing communication services, part of the Starlink Group 6-4-01 payload 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.

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 6-4-01

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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