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STARLINK-11169 [DTC] (60064)
COSPAR: 2024-113F | Alt Name: Starlink 11169
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
60064
International Designator
2024-113F
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:10:25 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
261.66°
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Argument of Perigee
79.86°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11169 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11169
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 60064U 24113F 26200.42390525 .00000445 00000+0 85346-5 0 9990
2 60064 53.1606 261.6556 0001191 79.8647 280.2505 15.69701753120259
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-11169 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11169, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and part of the Starlink Group 9-1-06 payload. Launched on June 19, 2024, from SLC4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. It is equipped with D2C payload and an optical inter-satellite link, powered by solar arrays and batteries, and stabilized using Argon ion thrusters. Manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity, this satellite is designed for communication purposes.
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 9-1-06
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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