STARLINK-11088 [DTC] (59709)

COSPAR: 2024-088B | Alt Name: Starlink 11088

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Launch Details

Launch Date

May 10, 2024

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59709

International Designator

2024-088B

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:08:13 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

35.13°

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Argument of Perigee

59.70°

Period

91.74 min

Mean Motion

15.70 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-11088 [DTC]

Alternative Name

Starlink 11088

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 59709U 24088B   26200.83905053 -.00001566  00000+0 -80784-5 0  9996

2 59709  53.1572  35.1283 0000720  59.7029 300.4060 15.69705520127023

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Summary

The STARLINK-11088 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11088, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and launched on May 10, 2024. Part of the Starlink Group 8-2-02, it was manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX) in the United States and deployed from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite is equipped with D2C payload and optical inter-satellite link technology for communication purposes. It has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans 29 meters when deployed. Its dry mass is 700 kg, and its launch mass was 730 kg. Power is provided by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite uses Argon 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.

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 8-2-02

Purpose

Communication

Mission

Communication

Manufacturer

SPXS

Life Expectancy

Unknown

Bus

Starlink V2M

Configuration

Starlink v2 Mini

Motor

Argon ion thrusters

Equipment

D2C payload, optical inter-satellite link

Power System

Solar arrays, batteries

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

Unknown

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