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STARLINK-11548 [DTC] (62829)
COSPAR: 2025-019A | Alt Name: Starlink 11548
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 27, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62829
International Designator
2025-019A
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:02 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
228.17°
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Argument of Perigee
254.53°
Period
91.67 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11548 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11548
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 62829U 25019A 26201.00002315 .00043841 00000+0 34387-3 0 9993
2 62829 43.0006 228.1663 0001657 254.5338 83.0428 15.70803936 5944
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-11548 [DTC] or Starlink 11548 is a Starlink V2M model launched on January 27, 2025, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It belongs to the company SPXS and is part of the Starlink Group 12-7-01 payload. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters, resembling a box shape with panels. Its dry mass is 700 kilograms, and it had a launch mass of 730 kilograms. The configuration, equipment, purpose, power source, transmitter frequencies, major events, material composition, and related satellites are not specified in the provided data.
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 12-7-01
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
Map
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