Astronomy Picture of the Day · November 7, 2013

Eclipse at 44,000 Feet

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 7, 2013 is “Eclipse at 44,000 Feet,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Ben Cooper ( Launch Photography )). The original explanation runs about 116 words.

From the explanation

“Timing was critical to catch this image of November 3rd’s solar eclipse . But flying at 44,000 feet, intrepid eclipse chasers on a chartered jet traveling 500 miles per hour managed to intercept the the Moon’s shadow.”

— APOD editors, November 7, 2013

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: November 7, 2013
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Ben Cooper ( Launch Photography )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 116 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, November 7, 2013 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2013-november-7-eclipse-at-44000-feet

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