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STARLINK-11551 [DTC] (62840)
COSPAR: 2025-019M | Alt Name: Starlink 11551
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 27, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62840
International Designator
2025-019M
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:44:38 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
231.72°
Eccentricity
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Argument of Perigee
272.89°
Period
91.66 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11551 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11551
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 62840U 25019M 26200.44767286 .00092194 00000+0 71055-3 0 9996
2 62840 43.0037 231.7160 0003349 272.8904 87.1581 15.70952371 84608
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite STARLINK-11551 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11551, is a component of the Starlink Group 12-7-12, manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity. It was launched on January 27, 2025, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has a BUS type of Starlink V2M and measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kilograms, while its launch mass was 730 kilograms. The shape of the satellite is described as "Box + pan". It was launched for purposes related to the Starlink constellation but specific mission details are not provided in the 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 12-7-12
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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