STARLINK-11687 [DTC] (63555)

COSPAR: 2025-075H | Alt Name: N/A

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Launch Details

Launch Date

April 13, 2025

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC39A

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

63555

International Designator

2025-075H

Epoch

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:06:45 GMT

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Inclination

42.98°

Right Ascension

16.80°

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Argument of Perigee

226.80°

Period

88.17 min

Mean Motion

16.33 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-11687 [DTC]

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 63555U 25075H   26090.21303226  .19098229  90585-5  28336-2 0  9995

2 63555  42.9829  16.8038 0010540 226.7986 133.2024 16.33245765 56712

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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

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 12-17-08

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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