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STARLINK-11506 [DTC] (62466)
COSPAR: 2024-254E | Alt Name: Starlink 11506
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Launch Details
Launch Date
December 31, 2024
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62466
International Designator
2024-254E
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:57:43 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
144.35°
Eccentricity
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Argument of Perigee
244.38°
Period
91.66 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
Latitude
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11506 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11506
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 62466U 24254E 26201.12342102 .00144028 00000+0 11016-2 0 9996
2 62466 43.0025 144.3549 0002034 244.3818 115.6839 15.70947453 90073
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite STARLINK-11506 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11506, is a Starlink V2M spacecraft operated by SPXS (SpaceX). Launched on December 31, 2024, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters. The satellite has a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg. It is part of the Starlink Group 12-6-05 payload and its shape is described as Box + pan.
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 12-6-05
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
Map
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