STARLINK-11344 [DTC] (61688)

COSPAR: 2024-195B | Alt Name: Starlink 11344

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Launch Details

Launch Date

October 30, 2024

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

61688

International Designator

2024-195B

Epoch

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:00:51 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

93.90°

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Argument of Perigee

91.98°

Period

91.74 min

Mean Motion

15.70 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-11344 [DTC]

Alternative Name

Starlink 11344

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 61688U 24195B   26201.08392851 -.00000188  00000+0  33085-5 0  9998

2 61688  53.1600  93.8996 0001106  91.9763 268.1382 15.69710289 99829

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Summary

The STARLINK-11344 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11344, is a satellite belonging to the Starlink V2M series operated by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on October 30, 2024, from SLC4E at AFWTR 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 while the launch mass was 730 kg. The satellite's shape consists of a box with a pan configuration, part of the Starlink Group 9-9-02 payload.

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

Dry Mass

700

Launch Mass

730

Shape

Box + pan

Radar Cross Section

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Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 9-9-02

Purpose

Unknown

Mission

Unknown

Manufacturer

SPXS

Life Expectancy

Unknown

Bus

Starlink V2M

Configuration

Unknown

Motor

Unknown

Equipment

Unknown

Power System

Unknown

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

Unknown

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