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STARLINK-35876 (67180)
COSPAR: 2025-303T | Alt Name: N/A
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Launch Details
Launch Date
December 17, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
67180
International Designator
2025-303T
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:06:42 GMT
Apogee
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
287.38°
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Argument of Perigee
257.56°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-35876
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 67180U 25303T 26200.29632065 .00007498 00000+0 28171-3 0 9997
2 67180 42.9994 287.3841 0001053 257.5638 102.5096 15.27580910 32869
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 6-99-18
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink V2MO
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
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Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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