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STARLINK-11337 [DTC] (61940)
COSPAR: 2024-209B | Alt Name: Starlink 11337
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Launch Details
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
61940
International Designator
2024-209B
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:34:36 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
79.65°
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Argument of Perigee
131.34°
Period
91.73 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11337 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11337
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 61940U 24209B 26200.81570338 .00097724 00000+0 80016-3 0 9998
2 61940 53.1569 79.6468 0001517 131.3450 228.7698 15.69765154 97470
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite identified by NORAD CAT ID 61940 and OBJECT ID 2024-209B is a Starlink V2M model owned and manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on November 14, 2024, from SLC4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this 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 recorded as 700 kilograms, while its launch mass was 730 kilograms. The satellite's shape is described as "Box + pan," and it belongs to the Starlink Group 9-11-02 payload mission.
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 9-11-02
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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