STARLINK-11479 [DTC] (62270)

COSPAR: 2024-237D | Alt Name: Starlink 11479

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Launch Details

Launch Date

December 8, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

62270

International Designator

2024-237D

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:47:56 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

340.93°

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Argument of Perigee

263.80°

Period

91.67 min

Mean Motion

15.71 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-11479 [DTC]

Alternative Name

Starlink 11479

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 62270U 24237D   26200.69995885  .00099442  00000+0  76791-3 0  9994

2 62270  43.0033 340.9334 0004088 263.8013  96.2389 15.70873517 93813

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Summary

The satellite named STARLINK-11479 [DTC] or Starlink 11479 is a Starlink V2M spacecraft launched on December 8, 2024, from the Air Force Eastern Test Range (AFETR) using Falcon 9 launch vehicle from Launch Pad LC40. It belongs to the United States and is owned by SpaceX (SPXS). The satellite measures approximately 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and has a span of 29 meters, indicating it likely deploys solar panels or antennas. Its dry mass is 700 kg, while its launch mass was 730 kg. The shape of the spacecraft is described as "Box + pan," suggesting it might have a box-like main body with additional components like solar panels.

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 12-5-04

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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