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STARLINK-32806 (62735)
COSPAR: 2025-014A | Alt Name: Starlink 32806
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 21, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62735
International Designator
2025-014A
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:47:47 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
128.34°
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Argument of Perigee
268.96°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32806
Alternative Name
Starlink 32806
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 62735U 25014A 26200.82485316 .00007311 00000+0 27484-3 0 9991
2 62735 42.9976 128.3438 0000884 268.9594 91.1156 15.27588965 83464
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Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-32806 (OBJECT_ID: 2025-014A) is a Starlink V2M bus type spacecraft owned and manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on January 21, 2025, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has dimensions of approximately 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, with a span of 29 meters due to its solar panels or antennas. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kg and it had a launch mass of 730 kg. It was launched as part of the Starlink Group 13-1-01 payload and has a box plus panel shape. No specific mission, purpose, power details, or equipment information were provided for this satellite.
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 13-1-01
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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