Probably only visible in southern states, since it is a 28 point something inclination.
Quote from: edkyle99 on 03/11/2015 04:34 pmProbably only visible in southern states, since it is a 28 point something inclination.Not true. Around the time of the MMS separations they will be between 5000 and 6000 km, altitude, and will be visible from Canada all the way down to Peru. Visibility will improve even further at the time of the fuel dump when the objects are at even higher altitudes.
Quote from: satwatcher on 03/12/2015 10:54 amQuote from: edkyle99 on 03/11/2015 04:34 pmProbably only visible in southern states, since it is a 28 point something inclination.Not true. Around the time of the MMS separations they will be between 5000 and 6000 km, altitude, and will be visible from Canada all the way down to Peru. Visibility will improve even further at the time of the fuel dump when the objects are at even higher altitudes.Where might I find the location in the sky I should be watching for these events? Google is currently not being my friend. Thank you.Rob
Here's William Graham's extensive - as always - feature article!http://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2015/03/ula-atlas-v-mms-launch/
ULA photos:
Quote from: Chris Bergin on 03/12/2015 08:59 pmULA photos:Love the gator in the foreground water...
Those on console at the moment
And he's clearly not badged!
Blimey, they are starting the webcast early.