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STARLINK-11398 [DTC] (61882)
COSPAR: 2024-204J | Alt Name: Starlink 11398
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Launch Details
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
61882
International Designator
2024-204J
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:01:09 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
64.99°
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Argument of Perigee
95.03°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11398 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11398
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 61882U 24204J 26200.79247198 .00000581 00000+0 96559-5 0 9996
2 61882 53.1583 64.9859 0000981 95.0303 265.0827 15.69707482 97668
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-11398 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11398, is a Starlink V2M model launched on November 9, 2024, from the AFWTR SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 rocket. It has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kg and its launch mass was 730 kg. It was manufactured by SPXS, and it belongs to the Starlink Group 9-10-09 payload group. The satellite has a box plus pan shape but lacks specific details on purpose, power source, or major events.
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 9-10-09
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
Map
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