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STARLINK-11260 [DTC] (60997)
COSPAR: 2024-158H | Alt Name: Starlink 11260
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Launch Details
Launch Date
September 5, 2024
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
60997
International Designator
2024-158H
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:55:07 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
328.11°
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Argument of Perigee
72.79°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11260 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11260
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 60997U 24158H 26200.74660991 .00000061 00000+0 53583-5 0 9998
2 60997 53.1581 328.1082 0001060 72.7928 287.3206 15.69708051108696
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-11260 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11260, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration, launched on September 5, 2024, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters. The satellite weighs 730 kilograms at launch and 700 kilograms dry mass. Equipped with D2C payload and optical inter-satellite link, it uses solar arrays and batteries for power and Argon ion thrusters as its motor. Manufactured by SPXS, the satellite is owned by SPXS and operates within the Starlink Group 8-11-08 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 8-11-08
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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