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STARLINK-11422 [DTC] (61944)
COSPAR: 2024-209F | Alt Name: Starlink 11422
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Launch Details
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
61944
International Designator
2024-209F
Epoch
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 23:14:36 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
84.33°
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Argument of Perigee
94.87°
Period
91.73 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11422 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11422
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 61944U 24209F 26199.96848321 .00136915 00000+0 11148-2 0 9990
2 61944 53.1570 84.3316 0001064 94.8654 265.2486 15.69744422 97293
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-11422 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11422, is a Starlink V2M model launched on November 14, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E 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's dry mass is 700 kg, and it had a launch mass of 730 kg. Manufactured by SPXS, it belongs to the Starlink Group 9-11-06 payload. Its shape consists of a box with a pan configuration. Owned by SpaceX (SPXS), this satellite originates from the United States.
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 9-11-06
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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