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To: Diver Dave

Can you see them with the naked eye?

Years ago we would go out every night to watch one of the satelites. I can’t remember which.

Thanks for that link. I’m going to save it.


1,708 posted on 11/25/2009 10:55:14 PM PST by JustAmy (Republicans think everyday is July 4th. Democrats think everyday is April 15th.)
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To: JustAmy
Can you see them with the naked eye?

Well, I did have my glasses on, but yes, they are really bright (from the sun's reflection). One might suspect them being high flying airplanes, but they move across the sky much faster than aircraft.

In tonight's pass-over from my vantage point, the path took them directly at the moon. I lost sight of them after they passed the moon. Once they no longer reflect the sun's light, they go dark. Saw it pass over last night as well, and I'll be out there again for the next two nights.

1,709 posted on 11/25/2009 11:25:36 PM PST by Diver Dave (Of all the things I've ever lost, I miss my mind the most)
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