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STARLINK-32767 (62601)
COSPAR: 2025-008Q | Alt Name: Starlink 32767
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 13, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62601
International Designator
2025-008Q
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:31:02 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
249.74°
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Argument of Perigee
297.57°
Period
94.26 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32767
Alternative Name
Starlink 32767
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 62601U 25008Q 26201.14656074 .00014486 00000+0 53426-3 0 9999
2 62601 43.0042 249.7371 0002401 297.5655 62.4953 15.27618301 85881
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-32767 (OBJECT_ID: 2025-008Q) is a Starlink V2M satellite manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity. It was launched on January 13, 2025, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and a span of 29 meters. At launch, it had a mass of 730 kilograms and a dry mass of 700 kilograms. Its shape is described as "Box + pan." It is part of the Starlink Group 12-4-15 payload.
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 12-4-15
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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