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NASA's Don Pettit Captures Stunning Earth Auroras from ISS

4/10/2025

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NASA astronaut Don Pettit, at 69 the oldest active astronaut, has mesmerized viewers with breathtaking videos of Earth's vibrant green auroras from the International Space Station. Captured during preparations for a Soyuz docking, these stunning visuals highlight the beauty of our planet from above as Pettit embarks on his fourth ISS mission, set to conclude later this month.

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NASA astronaut Don Pettit, at 69 the oldest active astronaut, has mesmerized viewers with breathtaking videos of Earth's vibrant green auroras from the International Space Station. Captured during preparations for a Soyuz docking, these stunning visuals highlight the beauty of our planet from above as Pettit embarks on his fourth ISS mission, set to conclude later this month.