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Old July 25th 07, 06:53 AM posted to sci.astro.satellites.visual-observe
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Default USA 81

I just had a near zenith pass of USA 81. Even in the LA suburban
glow it was easy to find in binocs as it passed a couple of good
way points, such as Polaris.

For the most part it was dim and steady, but shortly after
zenith it brightened a mag or two and made a few flashes to
an extra few mags. It was naked eye visible at this point.

I Did have my D200 set up and ready to go and took a few images.
I managed to capture the flare/flash portion, but it's very
faint.

I will continue to have passes every night of this bird and will
try to capture more images. With luck I will get a spectacular
pass of full on disco delight! (yeah, I know, that pun sucked)

Brian
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