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STARLINK-6216 (56893)
COSPAR: 2023-083T | Alt Name: Starlink 6216
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Launch Details
Launch Date
June 12, 2023
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
56893
International Designator
2023-083T
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:30:31 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
59.78°
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Argument of Perigee
258.48°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-6216
Alternative Name
Starlink 6216
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 56893U 23083T 26200.64619861 -.00000289 00000+0 -99826-6 0 9998
2 56893 43.0034 59.7833 0001108 258.4797 101.5931 15.27574247171939
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-6216 satellite, also known as Starlink 6216, is part of the Starlink group 5-11-18 and was launched on June 12, 2023, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters with its solar arrays or other extendable components. The satellite carries a Ku/Ka-band payload along with an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. Its dry mass is recorded at 290 kilograms while the launch mass was 305 kilograms. It is powered by solar arrays and batteries, and it uses Krypton ion thrusters as its propulsion system. The satellite's shape can be described as a box with panels extended, and it operates in low Earth orbit for communication purposes. The manufacturer and owner of this satellite are SpaceX (SPXS).
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 5-11-18
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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