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STARLINK-30911 (58374)
COSPAR: 2023-178A | Alt Name: Starlink 30911
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58374
International Designator
2023-178A
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 01:36:30 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
108.16°
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Argument of Perigee
88.68°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30911
Alternative Name
Starlink 30911
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 58374U 23178A 26200.06701785 .00001148 00000+0 45132-4 0 9994
2 58374 53.1590 108.1585 0001397 88.6821 271.4342 15.34386618150030
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-30911 satellite, also known as Starlink 30911, is a communication satellite manufactured by SPXS and launched on November 20, 2023, from AFWTR's SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 rocket. It has the specifications of a Starlink v2 Mini configuration with dimensions including a length of 0.3 meters, diameter of 4.1 meters, and span of 29 meters. The satellite has a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg. Its equipment includes Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, powered by solar arrays and batteries. It is equipped with Argon ion thrusters for propulsion. This satellite is part of the Starlink Group 7-7-01 constellation and was launched to provide communication services.
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
0.3
Diameter
4.1
Span
29
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 7-7-01
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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