Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

The ISS Transits the Moon

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 15, 2026 is “The ISS Transits the Moon,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Sébastien Borie Text: Keighley Rockcliffe ( NASA GSFC , UMBC CSST , CRESST II )). The original explanation runs about 161 words.

The relatively small International Space Station sits atop the image, about to transit in front of the illuminated Moon. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Sébastien Borie Text: Keighley Rockcliffe ( NASA GSFC , UMBC CSST , CRESST II ) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Nope, that is not an alien spaceship landing on the Moon! This is an image of the International Space Station (ISS) as it begins to transit in front of the Moon .”

— APOD editors, April 15, 2026

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
April 15, 2026
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Sébastien Borie Text: Keighley Rockcliffe ( NASA GSFC , UMBC CSST , CRESST II )
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 161 words

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Source

Copy taken Oct 28, 2026, 2:39 AM EDT. The image and explanation belong to their creators. OpenOrbit is not affiliated with or endorsed by NASA.