STARLINK-32649 (62305)

COSPAR: 2024-239E | Alt Name: Starlink 32649

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Launch Details

Launch Date

December 13, 2024

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

62305

International Designator

2024-239E

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:11:07 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

300.13°

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Argument of Perigee

94.94°

Period

93.85 min

Mean Motion

15.34 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-32649

Alternative Name

Starlink 32649

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 62305U 24239E   26200.46605594  .00010535  00000+0  32250-3 0  9993

2 62305  53.1562 300.1259 0001405  94.9350 265.1813 15.34398797 89582

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Summary

STARLINK-32649, also known as Starlink 32649, is a satellite belonging to the Starlink V2M series and was launched on December 13, 2024, from SLC4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length, has a diameter of 4.1 meters, and spans 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kilograms with a launch mass of 730 kilograms. It was manufactured by SPXS and is part of the Starlink Group 11-2-05 payload. The satellite's shape consists of a box with solar panels and it operates under the ownership of SPXS, based in the US.

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 11-2-05

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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