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STARLINK-11390 [DTC] (61947)
COSPAR: 2024-209J | Alt Name: Starlink 11390
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
61947
International Designator
2024-209J
Epoch
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 22:53:25 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
84.23°
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Argument of Perigee
96.88°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11390 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11390
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 61947U 24209J 26199.95376671 .00076015 00000+0 62595-3 0 9993
2 61947 53.1584 84.2344 0000977 96.8752 263.2378 15.69733281 97338
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-11390 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11390, is a component of the Starlink V2M series manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on November 14, 2024, from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Station using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has a length of 0.3 meters, a diameter of 4.1 meters, and a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is recorded as 700 kg with an initial launch mass of 730 kg. It belongs to the Starlink Group 9-11-09 payload category and has a box plus panel shape configuration. The satellite is owned by SpaceX and was launched from the United States (US).
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 9-11-09
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
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