SpaceX Logs Record 165 Launches in 2025, X Report 1 Jan 2026
SpaceX number of launches in 2025: a record 165 orbital flights. Starlink added 4.6M customers across 35 new markets; new Vandenberg pad offered.
STARLINK-38050 (69981)
COSPAR: 2026-159G | Alt Name: N/A
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
69981
International Designator
2026-159G
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
97.29°
Right Ascension
39.78°
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Argument of Perigee
66.70°
Period
90.99 min
Mean Motion
15.83 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-38050
Alternative Name
N/A
Type
Payload
Status
Unknown
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 69981U 26159G 26200.83335647 -.01592568 00000+0 -87205-2 0 9996
2 69981 97.2854 39.7798 0001689 66.6985 32.8288 15.82629723 2599
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
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Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 17-48-07
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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