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STARLINK-34807 (65028)
COSPAR: 2025-161P | Alt Name: N/A
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Launch Details
Launch Date
July 30, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
65028
International Designator
2025-161P
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:22:40 GMT
Apogee
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Perigee
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
36.57°
Eccentricity
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Argument of Perigee
134.08°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
Latitude
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-34807
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 65028U 25161P 26201.26574654 .00009485 00000+0 29144-3 0 9994
2 65028 53.1604 36.5671 0000255 134.0753 226.0271 15.34405498 55659
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 10-29-14
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink V2MO
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
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Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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