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STARLINK-11566 (62914)
COSPAR: 2025-027H | Alt Name: Starlink 11566
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Launch Details
Launch Date
February 8, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62914
International Designator
2025-027H
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:24:18 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
269.04°
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Argument of Perigee
281.70°
Period
91.67 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11566
Alternative Name
Starlink 11566
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 62914U 25027H 26201.22521028 .00095650 00000+0 73915-3 0 9993
2 62914 42.9981 269.0416 0001029 281.6990 78.3762 15.70879372 84039
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite, designated by NORAD as 62914 and known as Starlink 11566, is a component of the Starlink V2M constellation manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on February 8, 2025, with a launch mass of 730 kg and has a dry mass of 700 kg. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans 29 meters when fully deployed. Its structure consists of a box shape with a pan configuration. It is owned by SPXS and part of the Starlink Group 12-9-08 payload, aimed at providing internet connectivity as part of SpaceX's broader satellite constellation program.
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 12-9-08
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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