STARLINK-35173 (65744)

COSPAR: 2025-216L | Alt Name: N/A

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STARLINK-35173 Satellite Image
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Launch Details

Launch Date

September 25, 2025

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

65744

International Designator

2025-216L

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:49:58 GMT

Apogee

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Perigee

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

78.47°

Eccentricity

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Argument of Perigee

115.41°

Period

93.85 min

Mean Motion

15.34 rev/day

Latitude

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-35173

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 65744U 25216L   26200.82637000  .00012344  00000+0  37617-3 0  9998
2 65744  53.1586  78.4654 0001509 115.4147 244.7011 15.34373293 46838

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 10-15-11

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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