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STARLINK-11305 [DTC] (61247)
COSPAR: 2024-175E | Alt Name: Starlink 11305
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
61247
International Designator
2024-175E
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:19:08 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
126.22°
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Argument of Perigee
87.66°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11305 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11305
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 61247U 24175E 26200.51328722 -.00000174 00000+0 34198-5 0 9991
2 61247 53.1596 126.2200 0001172 87.6566 272.4586 15.69705946104071
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite STARLINK-11305 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11305, is a communication satellite launched on September 25, 2024, from the AFWTR launch site using a Falcon 9 rocket at SLC4E. It belongs to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration under the Starlink V2M bus type and was manufactured by SPXS for the purpose of providing communication services. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans 29 meters with its solar arrays. It weighs 730 kilograms at launch and consists of a dry mass of 700 kilograms. Equipped with D2C payload and optical inter-satellite link, it uses Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power supply.
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 9-8-05
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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