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STARLINK-11580 (63011)
COSPAR: 2025-032G | Alt Name: N/A
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Launch Details
Launch Date
February 15, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
63011
International Designator
2025-032G
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:11:08 GMT
Apogee
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Perigee
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
118.81°
Eccentricity
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Argument of Perigee
267.06°
Period
91.67 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
Latitude
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11580
Alternative Name
N/A
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 63011U 25032G 26200.79940645 .00096488 00000+0 74422-3 0 9993
2 63011 43.0017 118.8112 0002187 267.0578 93.0040 15.70919779 82846
Source: Celestrak
Summary
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
29.0
Dry Mass
910
Launch Mass
960
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 12-8-07
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink V2MD
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Unknown
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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