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8 years 1 month ago #105642
by Fermidox
Brilliant flare was created by Fermidox
On Tuesday morning Iridium 68 flared in a spectacular fashion, mag -6.9 according to Calsky and -8.2 according to Heavens Above. Whichever, it was certainly the brightest I've seen and actually created a halo effect at max, presumably from the illumination of high hazy cloud. Seen here passing by Arcturus -
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8 years 1 month ago #105648
by Mike
I83 Cherryvalley Observatory
After one look at this planet any visitor from outer space would say; "I WANT TO SEE THE MANAGER".
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That's a brilliant image!
I83 Cherryvalley Observatory
After one look at this planet any visitor from outer space would say; "I WANT TO SEE THE MANAGER".
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8 years 1 month ago #105651
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You must be an early riser, Fermidox!
Aubrey.
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