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STARLINK-32727 (62828)
COSPAR: 2025-018Y | Alt Name: Starlink 32727
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62828
International Designator
2025-018Y
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:54:15 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
50.56°
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Argument of Perigee
104.79°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32727
Alternative Name
Starlink 32727
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 62828U 25018Y 26200.82934278 .00016467 00000+0 49744-3 0 9999
2 62828 53.1597 50.5645 0001182 104.7905 255.3229 15.34399342 84420
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-32727 (OBJECT_ID: 2025-018Y) is a Starlink V2M model launched on January 24, 2025, from AFWTR at SLC4E 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 satellite's dry mass is 700 kg and its launch mass was 730 kg. Manufactured by SPXS, it is part of the Starlink Group 11-6-23 payload. Its shape consists of a box with a pan configuration. The owner of this satellite is SPXS based in the United States.
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 11-6-23
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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