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STARLINK-33661 (63646)
COSPAR: 2025-083N | Alt Name: N/A
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Launch Details
Launch Date
April 25, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
63646
International Designator
2025-083N
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:55:58 GMT
Apogee
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Perigee
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
341.18°
Eccentricity
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Argument of Perigee
290.14°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
Latitude
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-33661
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 63646U 25083N 26200.41386800 .00012038 00000+0 44612-3 0 9996
2 63646 42.9951 341.1849 0000397 290.1421 69.9388 15.27589794 70248
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
530
Launch Mass
575
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 6-74-13
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink V2MO
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Unknown
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
Map
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