STARLINK-36597 (67613)

COSPAR: 2026-018AA | Alt Name: N/A

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STARLINK-36597 Satellite Image
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Launch Details

Launch Date

January 29, 2026

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

67613

International Designator

2026-018AA

Epoch

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:49:56 GMT

Apogee

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Inclination

97.28°

Right Ascension

265.47°

Eccentricity

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Argument of Perigee

127.92°

Period

93.91 min

Mean Motion

15.33 rev/day

Latitude

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-36597

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 67613U 26018AA  26201.15967809  .00008295  00000+0  25898-3 0  9994
2 67613  97.2849 265.4663 0000871 127.9216 232.2106 15.33446060 27636

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 17-19-25

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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