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STARLINK-11433 [DTC] (62008)
COSPAR: 2024-213A | Alt Name: Starlink 11433
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Launch Details
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62008
International Designator
2024-213A
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:48:28 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
108.68°
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Argument of Perigee
58.73°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11433 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11433
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 62008U 24213A 26201.03366410 .00112043 00000+0 91749-3 0 9995
2 62008 53.1574 108.6820 0001114 58.7303 301.3824 15.69703045 95703
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-11433 [DTC] or Starlink 11433 is a Starlink V2M spacecraft owned and manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on November 18, 2024, from SLC4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans 29 meters when fully deployed. Its dry mass is 700 kg, with a launch mass of 730 kg. The shape of the spacecraft is described as "Box + pan." The satellite belongs to the Starlink Group 9-12-01 payload.
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 9-12-01
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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