Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 9, 2011

Atlantis Reflection

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 9, 2011 is “Atlantis Reflection,” an image. It is credited to Image Credit: NASA , Bill Ingalls. The original explanation runs about 143 words.

From the explanation

“Space shuttle orbiter Atlantis left planet Earth on Friday, July 8, embarking on the STS-135 mission to the International Space Station. The momentous launch was the final one in NASA’s 30 year space shuttle program that began with the launch of the first reusable spacecraft on April 12, 1981 .”

— APOD editors, July 9, 2011

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 9, 2011
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit: NASA , Bill Ingalls
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 143 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 9, 2011 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2011-july-9-atlantis-reflection

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