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STARLINK-11560 (62917)
COSPAR: 2025-027L | Alt Name: Starlink 11560
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Launch Details
Launch Date
February 8, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62917
International Designator
2025-027L
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:38:07 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
272.70°
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Argument of Perigee
279.10°
Period
91.67 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11560
Alternative Name
Starlink 11560
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 62917U 25027L 26200.56814345 .00117498 00000+0 90575-3 0 9995
2 62917 43.0002 272.7000 0001764 279.0966 80.9702 15.70854037 83895
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Summary
The satellite with NORAD catalog ID 62917 is part of the Starlink V2M series and was launched on February 8, 2025. It has an ALT_NAME designation as "Starlink 11560" and belongs to the payload group "Starlink Group 12-9-11." The satellite measures approximately 4.1 meters in diameter and spans 29 meters, with a length of 0.3 meters. At launch, it had a mass of 730 kilograms, with a dry mass of 700 kilograms. Manufactured by SPXS, the satellite is owned by the same entity. The shape of the satellite is described as "Box + pan."
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 12-9-11
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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