The Solar Scimitar and a Contrail, 2006/4/02

[Dave Mitsky]

Here are some afocal shots of a striking scimitar-like prominence that was visible on Sunday afternoon, April 2. I just missed capturing an ariliner flying across the Sun's disk but I did get the contrail. The equipment used was a 40mm f/10 Coronado PST, a 30mm Celestron Ultima, a Canon EOS Digital Rebel DSLR, and a Canon EF-S 18-55mm lens.

Dave Mitsky

[Melusine]

Here are some afocal shots of a striking scimitar-like prominence that was visible on Sunday afternoon, April 2. I just missed capturing an ariliner flying across the Sun's disk but I did get the contrail. The equipment used was a 40mm f/10 Coronado PST, a 30mm Celestron Ultima, a Canon EOS Digital Rebel DSLR, and a Canon EF-S 18-55mm lens.

Dave Mitsky
Those are especially cool photos. I love the scimitar prominence. In a way it's more interesting not having the airliner, because then it's like, "What did that?" And, of course, the explanation is simple.

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[paul f. campbell]

Hi Dave. All of your posts for today are better then great. I like them all. I hope to have a filter soon that will take me to where you are, with alittle practice. Nice work thanks.

[mickal555]

Wow, nice! :D :clap: