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STARLINK-11460 [DTC] (62069)
COSPAR: 2024-217N | Alt Name: Starlink 11460
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Launch Details
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62069
International Designator
2024-217N
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:05:59 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
138.27°
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Argument of Perigee
71.93°
Period
91.73 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11460 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11460
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 62069U 24217N 26201.21249250 .00122824 00000+0 10025-2 0 9993
2 62069 53.1570 138.2662 0001279 71.9336 288.1821 15.69739512 95925
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite designated by NORAD CAT ID 62069 and OBJECT ID 2024-217N is a Starlink V2M model launched on November 24, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and a span of 29 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kilograms, with a total launch mass of 730 kilograms. Manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX), it belongs to the Starlink Group 9-13-13 payload and is part of the Starlink constellation network. Its shape consists of a box structure with a pan configuration, and its owner is SpaceX as well.
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 9-13-13
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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