Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 30, 2021

Southern Sky from 38,000 Feet

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 30, 2021 is “Southern Sky from 38,000 Feet,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Ralf Rohner). The original explanation runs about 151 words.

From the explanation

“Celestial sights of the southern sky shine above a cloudy planet Earth in this gorgeous night sky view. The scene was captured from an airliner’s flight deck at 38,000 feet on a steady westbound ride to Lima, Peru.”

— APOD editors, January 30, 2021

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: January 30, 2021
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Ralf Rohner
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 151 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, January 30, 2021 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2021-january-30-southern-sky-at-38000-feet

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