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STARLINK-11423 [DTC] (61950)
COSPAR: 2024-209M | Alt Name: Starlink 11423
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Launch Details
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
61950
International Designator
2024-209M
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:09:56 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
79.81°
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Argument of Perigee
61.80°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11423 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11423
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 61950U 24209M 26200.84023565 .00095124 00000+0 78050-3 0 9994
2 61950 53.1573 79.8098 0000769 61.8000 298.3096 15.69726715 97478
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-11423 [DTC] or Starlink 11423 is a part of the Starlink V2M series owned by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on November 14, 2024, from AFWTR at SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has a shape described as "Box + pan," with dimensions including a length of 0.3 meters, a diameter of 4.1 meters, and a span of 29 meters. It has a dry mass of 700 kilograms and launched with a total mass of 730 kilograms. The satellite is part of the Starlink Group 9-11-12 payload. No additional information on its purpose or mission details was provided.
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 9-11-12
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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