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Trump's interim Air Force One—a $400M Boeing 747-8—equipped with Starlink for presidential communications. First confirmed LEO constellation use for White House comms.
STARLINK-11653 (63267)
COSPAR: 2025-053C | Alt Name: N/A
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Launch Details
Launch Date
March 15, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
63267
International Designator
2025-053C
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:48:40 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
33.51°
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Argument of Perigee
275.77°
Period
91.67 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11653
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 63267U 25053C 26201.24213106 .00113739 00000+0 87632-3 0 9991
2 63267 43.0017 33.5062 0001752 275.7725 84.2943 15.70880217 78510
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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
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Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 12-16-03
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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