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STARLINK-11227 [DTC] (60303)
COSPAR: 2024-133C | Alt Name: Starlink 11227
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
60303
International Designator
2024-133C
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:12:23 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
217.53°
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Argument of Perigee
87.40°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11227 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11227
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 60303U 24133C 26200.30027759 -.00000997 00000+0 -33751-5 0 9998
2 60303 53.1595 217.5315 0001161 87.3999 272.7151 15.69707755114485
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-11227 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11227, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink Group 9-4-03 and equipped with D2C payload and an optical inter-satellite link. It was launched on July 28, 2024, from SLC4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has a configuration known as Starlink v2 Mini, manufactured by SPXS in the US. Its dimensions include a length of 0.3 meters, diameter of 4.1 meters, and span of 29 meters, with a dry mass of 700 kg and launch mass of 730 kg. It uses solar arrays and batteries for power and is equipped with Argon ion thrusters as its motor. The satellite's shape is described as Box + pan and it operates in the Starlink 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.
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 9-4-03
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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