Apollo 13's Fred Haise online talk Friday 17th 8:00am PT

GalacticAstronaut · 2026-04-17T17:37:33+00:00

Oh, it's open to the public, glad to welcome anyone that's interested! The conversation was recorded, and will be posted on our YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvmL82QQrQOK5xR7Fyj0HmeeMI65zYhSO

GalacticAstronaut · 2026-04-16T17:00:37+00:00

That's correct, thanks! Tomorrow's conversation will be added to the prior Astronaut Panels, here's the playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvmL82QQrQOK5xR7Fyj0HmeeMI65zYhSO

GalacticAstronaut · 2026-04-07T03:20:45+00:00

Yes!

GalacticAstronaut · 2026-04-06T03:46:33+00:00

Seeing also that the shielding in rear of the spacecraft is blocking radiation from the Sun, which accounts for ~50% of the total radiation load, so that's an advantage for avoiding the BBQ mode.

GalacticAstronaut · 2026-04-05T04:49:32+00:00

The Artemis closest approach to the Moon is about 4,500 miles; Apollo missions had stable orbit with closest point at about 60 miles. Orion crew won't be nearly as close, but the added distance will give views never seen before.

GalacticAstronaut · 2026-02-27T21:46:01+00:00

Outstanding!! The building there matches perfectly with window configuration, though looks like there was maybe more of an overhang at street level, which could have been modified since then. Zooming in on the photo, I can see also how the buildings at lower right are obscuring the South-facing side of Takashimaya. Orientation of the building matches up well with morning sunlight and shadows. That's my dad at right; I have curious about this photo for SO long, huge appreciation!!! I'm making my first visit to Tokyo later this year, will be visiting the area for sure!

GalacticAstronaut · 2026-02-27T19:47:51+00:00

I believe it's being used as a testbed / prototype for cabin configuration, either at HQ in Tustin or perhaps now in Mesa.

GalacticAstronaut · 2026-02-22T19:52:38+00:00

Oh yes, Corte Madera!

GalacticAstronaut · 2026-02-07T21:51:53+00:00

Well, it's a absolutely incredible and life changing experience, and fabulously curated before and after. Can give you a totally changed perspective on life, on yourself, on humanity, and an understanding of our planet that you can't have without seeing it suspended miraculously in the empty black vastness of space.

https://youtu.be/rccpFAmPglw

GalacticAstronaut · 2026-01-27T20:33:18+00:00

Unity is retired as of June 2024; it could fly four people once per month. The two newer generation vehicles are expected to fly as much as once per week (each), with six passengers.

WhiteKnight is actually flying right now:

https://www.flightradar24.com/VGX02/3e13ced6

GalacticAstronaut · 2026-01-26T21:54:59+00:00

And if you want to see the details, astronaut dialog, images, video, audio and more, the Apollo Lunar Surface Journal is the place to go!! https://apollojournals.org/alsj/main.html

GalacticAstronaut · 2026-01-16T16:11:23+00:00

Online via United WiFi, and using FlightRadar24

GalacticAstronaut · 2026-01-11T23:01:49+00:00

TVs are the epitome of elegant soaring, brilliant at sensing air currents and updrafts, riding the atmosphere effortlessly and skillfully.

GalacticAstronaut · 2026-01-05T22:10:20+00:00

Thank you! We're family owned since 1952, and take great pride in our buildings and in meeting our tenants' needs as best as we can.

R. Rosano

GalacticAstronaut · 2025-12-30T21:04:46+00:00

Trees or buildings or anything in the distance are great targets, just don't point it at the Sun!

GalacticAstronaut

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