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STARLINK-11153 [DTC] (60067)
COSPAR: 2024-113J | Alt Name: Starlink 11153
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
60067
International Designator
2024-113J
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:21:03 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
261.98°
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Argument of Perigee
99.18°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11153 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11153
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 60067U 24113J 26200.47295661 -.00000021 00000+0 46773-5 0 9995
2 60067 53.1586 261.9779 0000774 99.1776 260.9330 15.69707744120250
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink V2M satellite, designated STARLINK-11153 [DTC] or Starlink 11153, is part of SpaceX's Starlink v2 Mini constellation designed for communication purposes. It was launched on June 19, 2024, from AFWTR (SLC4E) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg, and it carries D2C payload equipment along with an optical inter-satellite link. It is powered by solar arrays and batteries and uses Argon ion thrusters for its propulsion system. The satellite's shape consists of a box with a pan configuration. SpaceX manufactured the satellite, which remains under their ownership as part of the Starlink Group 9-1-09 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.
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 9-1-09
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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