Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Columbia Launches

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 10, 1996 is “Columbia Launches,” an image. It is credited to Credit: NASA. The original explanation runs about 115 words.

Columbia Launches
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From the explanation

“Explanation : Rocket engines blazing, the Space Shuttle Columbia arcs into Florida’s morning sky after lifting off from pad 39-A at Kennedy Space Center .”

— APOD editors, November 10, 1996

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 10, 1996
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: NASA
Copyright
No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 115 words

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