X Report 27 May 2025
Today marks a significant day for SpaceX as the company prepares for the 9th test flight of its Starship-Super Heavy rocket, alongside a successful launch of 24 Starlink satellites to polar orbit.
STARLINK-35149 (65512)
COSPAR: 2025-198W | Alt Name: N/A
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Launch Details
Launch Date
September 5, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
65512
International Designator
2025-198W
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Apogee
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
13.02°
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Argument of Perigee
90.91°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
Latitude
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-35149
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 65512U 25198W 26201.20834451 .00006937 00000+0 21630-3 0 9991
2 65512 53.1605 13.0197 0002180 90.9079 269.2174 15.34393739 48940
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
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Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 10-57-21
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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