I got a bad feelin' about this Chewie turn us around

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The discussion centers around an impressive photograph of the International Space Station (ISS) captured during a transit, initially mistaken for the Hubble Space Telescope. Participants express admiration for the photographer's luck in capturing the image, though some clarify that the event was planned and not merely a matter of chance. The excitement about witnessing such a rare astronomical event is palpable, with several comments highlighting the significance of the moment. The conversation emphasizes the importance of clear skies for successful astrophotography. Overall, the thread showcases enthusiasm for space exploration and the opportunities it presents for unique observations.
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Very cool.
 
looks like a transit of the Hubble space telescope
doesn't look big enough or enough solar panels for the ISS

Edit ... WOW it is the ISS
 
The person photographing this photo is very lucky, I really want to be on her/his shoes...
 
bitkafo said:
The person photographing this photo is very lucky, I really want to be on her/his shoes...
I don't think luck had anything to do with it, except for the absence of clouds. Did you read the paragraph with the linked image? This was planned.
 
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