STARLINK-11106 [DTC] (59765)

COSPAR: 2024-091N | Alt Name: Starlink 11106

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Launch Details

Launch Date

May 14, 2024

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59765

International Designator

2024-091N

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:05:03 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

276.38°

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Argument of Perigee

63.58°

Period

91.74 min

Mean Motion

15.70 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-11106 [DTC]

Alternative Name

Starlink 11106

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 59765U 24091N   26200.46185144 -.00000438  00000+0  12436-5 0  9997

2 59765  53.1584 276.3783 0001130  63.5795 296.5339 15.69705356126212

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Summary

STARLINK-11106 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11106, is a communication satellite under the Starlink v2 Mini configuration, manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX) and launched on May 14, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures approximately 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. It has a dry mass of 700 kilograms and was launched at a total mass of 730 kilograms. Equipped with D2C payload, optical inter-satellite link, Argon ion thrusters for propulsion, and solar arrays along with batteries for power generation, the satellite's primary mission is to facilitate communication services as part of the Starlink Group 8-7-13 constellation.

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 8-7-13

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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