Starship Flight 12 Targets Mid-May Launch, X Report 2 May 2026
Starship Flight 12 status for May 2026: SpaceX targets mid-May with a revised trajectory, while Starlink 10-38 lofts 29 satellites from Cape Canaveral.
STARLINK-36904 (67977)
COSPAR: 2026-038S | Alt Name: N/A
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
67977
International Designator
2026-038S
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:38:01 GMT
Apogee
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Inclination
97.29°
Right Ascension
210.05°
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Argument of Perigee
93.78°
Period
93.91 min
Mean Motion
15.33 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-36904
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 67977U 26038S 26200.77640656 .00013880 00000+0 43147-3 0 9997
2 67977 97.2857 210.0461 0001470 93.7785 266.3626 15.33445682 23480
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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Material Composition
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Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 17-26-17
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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