Space Weather News for Feb. 19, 2010
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DOUBLE FLYBY ALERT: �Space shuttle Endeavour is scheduled to undock from the International Space Station (ISS) on Friday, Feb. 19th, at 7:54 pm EST. �This sets the stage for a weekend of double flybys. �The ISS and Endeavour will be circling Earth in �mutual proximity, streaking through the night sky as distinct points of light. �The show will continue until Endeavour lands at Kennedy Space Center on Sunday, Feb. 21st, at 10:16 pm EST. Check the Simple Satellite Tracker to see if you are favored with an apparition: http://spaceweather.com/flybys

NEW AND IMPROVED: SpaceWeather's Satellite Tracker app for the iPhone and iPod touch has been improved. �It now predicts flybys worldwide, uses GPS location services, and more. �Check it out at http://simpleflybys.com .

GREAT NORTHERN LIGHTS: �This past week, Arctic sky watchers have seen some of the best auroras in years. �It's another sign that the sun is coming back to life after a long, deep solar minimum. �Recent images may be found in our photo gallery; start browsing here: http://www.spaceweather.com/aurora/gallery_01feb10_page3.htm


David Cottle

UBB Owner & Administrator