STARLINK-35724 (66279)

COSPAR: 2025-247Q | Alt Name: N/A

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STARLINK-35724 Satellite Image
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Launch Details

Launch Date

October 31, 2025

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

66279

International Designator

2025-247Q

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:38:34 GMT

Apogee

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

297.55°

Eccentricity

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Argument of Perigee

69.23°

Period

93.85 min

Mean Motion

15.34 rev/day

Latitude

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-35724

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 66279U 25247Q   26200.56845663  .00018425  00000+0  55521-3 0  9993
2 66279  53.1570 297.5526 0000702  69.2304 290.8774 15.34393552 41240

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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 11-23-15

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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