Starship V3 Debuts on Flight 12 May 20 | KeepTrack X Report
SpaceX's first Starship V3 launches May 20 on Flight 12, as Starlink's 10,354 active sats force a historic carrier alliance.
STARLINK-38066 (69758)
COSPAR: 2026-150V | Alt Name: N/A
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
69758
International Designator
2026-150V
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
38.64°
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Argument of Perigee
95.02°
Period
91.14 min
Mean Motion
15.80 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-38066
Alternative Name
N/A
Type
Payload
Status
Unknown
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 69758U 26150V 26200.00001156 -.01886094 00000+0 -11660-1 0 9994
2 69758 97.2847 38.6399 0001605 95.0237 347.5572 15.80043025 3903
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 17-46-20
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink V2MO
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Unknown
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
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Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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