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STARLINK-11497 [DTC] (62470)
COSPAR: 2024-254J | Alt Name: Starlink 11497
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Launch Details
Launch Date
December 31, 2024
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62470
International Designator
2024-254J
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 03:18:38 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
150.74°
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Argument of Perigee
264.19°
Period
91.67 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11497 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11497
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 62470U 24254J 26200.13794686 .00126195 00000+0 97157-3 0 9995
2 62470 43.0016 150.7416 0001913 264.1853 95.8797 15.70852388 90070
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-11497 [DTC], or Starlink 11497, is a Starlink V2M model launched by SpaceX on December 31, 2024, from Launch Pad 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 dry mass is 700 kg and the launch mass was 730 kg. This satellite, owned by SpaceX, belongs to the Starlink Group 12-6-09 payload and has a box plus pan shape structure. Additional details such as power sources, mission purpose, or major events are not provided.
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 12-6-09
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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