STARLINK-30303 (57677)

COSPAR: 2023-124Q | Alt Name: Starlink 30303

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Launch Details

Launch Date

August 22, 2023

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

57677

International Designator

2023-124Q

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:27:08 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

314.08°

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Argument of Perigee

161.26°

Period

93.85 min

Mean Motion

15.34 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-30303

Alternative Name

Starlink 30303

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 57677U 23124Q   26200.47717815  .00000429  00000+0  23836-4 0  9994

2 57677  53.1614 314.0778 0001008 161.2558 198.8482 15.34399450163756

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Summary

The STARLINK-30303 satellite, also known as Starlink 30303, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration manufactured by SPXS. Launched on August 22, 2023, from AFWTR Launch Site SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload capabilities along with optical inter-satellite links, solar arrays for power generation, and Argon ion thrusters for propulsion. Its dimensions include a length of 0.3 meters, diameter of 4.1 meters, and span of 29 meters. The purpose of this satellite is to enhance communication services as part of the Starlink Group 7-1-15 payload mission.

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 7-1-15

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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