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SpaceX targets July 16 for Starship Flight 13, testing V3 fixes and deploying functioning Starlink satellites for the first time.
STARLINK-35881 (66830)
COSPAR: 2025-280K | Alt Name: N/A
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
66830
International Designator
2025-280K
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:41:19 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
0.64°
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Argument of Perigee
268.74°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-35881
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 66830U 25280K 26201.15369759 .00001931 00000+0 16953-3 0 9996
2 66830 70.0024 0.6357 0002750 268.7359 91.3485 14.98337724 35919
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
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Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 15-10-10
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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