Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Apollo 15's Home on the Moon

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 22, 1996 is “Apollo 15's Home on the Moon,” an image. It is credited to Credit: Apollo 15, NASA. The original explanation runs about 126 words.

Apollo 15's Home on the Moon
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From the explanation

“The lunar module shown above, named “Falcon,” served as home for Apollo 15 astronauts David Scott and James Irwin during their stay on the Moon in July and August 1971. Meanwhile, astronaut Alfred Worden circled in the command module overhead.”

— APOD editors, February 22, 1996

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
February 22, 1996
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Apollo 15, NASA
Copyright
No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 126 words

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The MoonApollo program

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