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STARLINK-33598 (62771)
COSPAR: 2025-015P | Alt Name: Starlink 33598
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62771
International Designator
2025-015P
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:12:07 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
66.34°
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Argument of Perigee
87.71°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-33598
Alternative Name
Starlink 33598
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 62771U 25015P 26200.92508897 .00018116 00000+0 54605-3 0 9993
2 62771 53.1581 66.3437 0001172 87.7069 272.4068 15.34396478 84758
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite designated NORAD_CAT_ID 62771 and OBJECT_ID 2025-015P is a Starlink V2MO satellite part of the Starlink Group 11-8-14 payload, owned by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on January 21, 2025, from AFWTR at SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions including a length of 0.3 meters, diameter of 4.1 meters, and span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 530 kilograms, with a launch mass of 575 kilograms. It features a Box + pan shape but lacks specific details on purpose or mission beyond its classification as part of the Starlink constellation.
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 11-8-14
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
Map
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