X Report 9 Nov 2025
SpaceX successfully launched 29 new Starlink satellites today, further expanding its satellite internet constellation amidst growing competition in the space broadband market.
STARLINK-11646 (63186)
COSPAR: 2025-048D | Alt Name: N/A
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Launch Details
Launch Date
March 13, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
63186
International Designator
2025-048D
Epoch
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:49:02 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
250.85°
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Argument of Perigee
23.55°
Period
91.66 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11646
Alternative Name
N/A
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 63186U 25048D 26199.53405645 .00134205 00000+0 10279-2 0 9997
2 63186 42.9992 250.8479 0001721 23.5497 336.5449 15.70947534 79103
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
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Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 12-21-04
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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