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STARLINK-32666 (62214)
COSPAR: 2024-229Y | Alt Name: Starlink 32666
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Launch Details
Launch Date
December 4, 2024
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62214
International Designator
2024-229Y
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:41:41 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
246.77°
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Argument of Perigee
271.99°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32666
Alternative Name
Starlink 32666
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 62214U 24229Y 26200.48728282 .00010918 00000+0 40556-3 0 9996
2 62214 42.9995 246.7679 0001864 271.9941 88.0697 15.27588651 90711
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Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-32666, also known as Starlink 32666, is part of SpaceX's Starlink V2M series and was launched on December 4, 2024, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, a diameter of 4.1 meters, and a span of 29 meters. The satellite has a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg. Its shape is described as "Box + pan," and it belongs to the payload named Starlink Group 6-70-23. Ownership is attributed to SpaceX (SPXS).
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 6-70-23
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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