STARLINK-33980 (63930)

COSPAR: 2025-098E | Alt Name: N/A

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STARLINK-33980 Satellite Image
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Launch Details

Launch Date

May 13, 2025

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

63930

International Designator

2025-098E

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:03:25 GMT

Apogee

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Inclination

70.00°

Right Ascension

301.76°

Eccentricity

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Argument of Perigee

265.13°

Period

96.11 min

Mean Motion

14.98 rev/day

Latitude

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-33980

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 63930U 25098E   26200.71071736  .00001128  00000+0  10235-3 0  9992
2 63930  70.0011 301.7614 0003546 265.1320  94.9435 14.98332619 66340

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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

530

Launch Mass

575

Shape

Box + pan

Radar Cross Section

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 15-4-05

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

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