NASA astronaut snaps breathtaking aurora over Earth
New York Post • • science
Key Points:
- NASA astronaut Jessica Meir, aboard the International Space Station at 250 miles altitude, captured stunning images of the aurora over Earth, along with the vivid Milky Way and Starlink satellites.
- Meir highlighted that the Milky Way appears "milkier" from the Southern Hemisphere due to a clearer, more direct view of the dense galactic core.
- The photos were taken from the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft window, showcasing the Southern Ocean region between Australia and Antarctica, featuring the Southern Lights and fleeting Starlink satellites.
- Meir shared these observations and images on April 28, emphasizing the unique and breathtaking perspective from space.
