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STARLINK-33589 (62759)
COSPAR: 2025-015B | Alt Name: Starlink 33589
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Launch Details
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62759
International Designator
2025-015B
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:49:07 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
68.31°
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Argument of Perigee
103.91°
Period
94.01 min
Mean Motion
15.32 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-33589
Alternative Name
Starlink 33589
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 62759U 25015B 26200.78411949 .00005336 00000+0 18355-3 0 9996
2 62759 53.1576 68.3120 0001352 103.9057 256.2095 15.31709908 83951
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-33589 satellite, also known as Starlink 33589, is a Starlink V2MO satellite launched on January 21, 2025, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It belongs to the Starlink Group 11-8-02 payload and has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans up to 29 meters with its appendages extended. The satellite's dry mass is 530 kg, while its launch mass was 575 kg. It was manufactured by SPXS and operated by the same entity. Its shape is described as a box with a pan configuration.
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
530
Launch Mass
575
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 11-8-02
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink V2MO
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Unknown
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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