STARLINK-34742 (64942)

COSPAR: 2025-158L | Alt Name: N/A

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Launch Date

July 26, 2025

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

64942

International Designator

2025-158L

Epoch

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:28:32 GMT

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Inclination

97.28°

Right Ascension

62.36°

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Argument of Perigee

80.60°

Period

95.64 min

Mean Motion

15.06 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-34742

Alternative Name

N/A

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Major Events

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Latest TLEs

1 64942U 25158L   26201.10314978  .00002059  00000+0  14653-3 0  9997

2 64942  97.2850  62.3633 0002639  80.5998 279.5528 15.05660877 55283

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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 17-2-11

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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