STARLINK-11340 [DTC] (61690)

COSPAR: 2024-195D | Alt Name: Starlink 11340

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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

61690

International Designator

2024-195D

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:36:38 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

95.72°

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Argument of Perigee

84.34°

Period

91.74 min

Mean Motion

15.70 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-11340 [DTC]

Alternative Name

Starlink 11340

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 61690U 24195D   26200.69210962  .00001466  00000+0  16967-4 0  9997

2 61690  53.1591  95.7175 0001026  84.3376 275.7758 15.69691389 99761

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Summary

The satellite named STARLINK-11340 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11340, is a Starlink V2M model launched by SpaceX (SPXS) on October 30, 2024, from Space Launch Complex 4E at AFWTR 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 has a dry mass of 700 kg and launched with a total mass of 730 kg. Its shape is described as "Box + pan," but details on its power, purpose, and equipment are not provided. It was deployed as part of the Starlink Group 9-9-04 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.

Physical Characteristics

Length

0.3

Diameter

4.1

Span

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 9-9-04

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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