STARLINK-32558 (62169)

COSPAR: 2024-225G | Alt Name: Starlink 32558

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Launch Details

Launch Date

November 30, 2024

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

62169

International Designator

2024-225G

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:46:13 GMT

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Inclination

70.00°

Right Ascension

192.40°

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Argument of Perigee

267.57°

Period

96.11 min

Mean Motion

14.98 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-32558

Alternative Name

Starlink 32558

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 62169U 24225G   26200.40710569  .00002343  00000+0  20404-3 0  9995

2 62169  70.0003 192.3995 0003209 267.5660  92.5132 14.98334372 89609

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Summary

The STARLINK-32558 satellite, also known as Starlink 32558, is a Starlink v2 Mini configuration communication satellite manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity. Launched on November 30, 2024, from AFWTR (SLC4E) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters, and its shape is described as "Box + pan." It carries a Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, powered by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite is equipped with Argon ion thrusters for propulsion.

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

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 N-01-05

Purpose

Communication

Mission

Communication

Manufacturer

SPXS

Life Expectancy

Unknown

Bus

Starlink V2M

Configuration

Starlink v2 Mini

Motor

Argon ion thrusters

Equipment

Ku/Ka/E-band payload, optical inter-satellite link

Power System

Solar arrays, batteries

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

Unknown

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