Block 3 Starship Pad Work Accelerates at Starbase | KeepTrack X Report
SpaceX engineers are overhauling Starbase launch infrastructure for Block 3 Starships as Falcon 9 prepares another Starlink batch run.
STARLINK-36089 (66947)
COSPAR: 2025-286Y | Alt Name: N/A
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
66947
International Designator
2025-286Y
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:01:38 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
102.24°
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Argument of Perigee
105.34°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-36089
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 66947U 25286Y 26200.95947813 .00002781 00000+0 93427-4 0 9997
2 66947 53.1580 102.2419 0001530 105.3389 254.7782 15.34395780 35696
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
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Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 11-15-23
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink V2MO
Configuration
Unknown
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Unknown
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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