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STARLINK-11559 [DTC] (62831)
COSPAR: 2025-019C | Alt Name: Starlink 11559
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 27, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62831
International Designator
2025-019C
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:15:58 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
230.10°
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Argument of Perigee
266.21°
Period
91.67 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11559 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11559
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 62831U 25019C 26200.80275986 .00096801 00000+0 74866-3 0 9999
2 62831 43.0011 230.1030 0001354 266.2135 93.8578 15.70855103 84656
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-11559 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11559, is a part of the Starlink Group 12-7-03 and was launched on January 27, 2025, from AFETR LC40 using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has a shape described as "Box + pan," with dimensions including a length of 0.3 meters, diameter of 4.1 meters, and span of 29 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kilograms, while its launch mass was 730 kilograms. It was manufactured by SPXS in the United States and is owned by the same entity. Its bus type is Starlink V2M.
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 12-7-03
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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