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STARLINK-6262 (57091)
COSPAR: 2023-088AV | Alt Name: Starlink 6262
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57091
International Designator
2023-088AV
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:28:34 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
70.70°
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Argument of Perigee
270.71°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-6262
Alternative Name
Starlink 6262
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 57091U 23088AV 26200.64483919 .00000232 00000+0 17960-4 0 9990
2 57091 43.0041 70.6982 0001307 270.7123 89.3579 15.27576023170682
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-6262 satellite, also known as Starlink 6262 and part of the Starlink Group 5-7-44 payload, was launched on June 22, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. Manufactured by SPXS, this satellite is owned and operated for communication purposes. It measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters. The dry mass is 290 kilograms, while the launch mass was 305 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication, it uses solar arrays and batteries for power supply and krypton ion thrusters for propulsion.
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 5-7-44
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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