StemKamp - Derby Public Schools

On Wednesday, June 17, the lunar occultation of Venus can be seen across the United States; in New Mexico it can be seen 12:17 PM- 4:43 PM. During this time, the crescent moon will occult, or cross in front of Venus, temporarily blocking the planet from view. Venus and the moon will be visible during daylight hours, allowing people to see this astronomical event.

Do not look directly at the sun or point binoculars, telescopes, or cameras near the sun without the proper solar safety equipment. If you are near Capulin Volcano, stop by. We will have supplies out for viewing during the occultation.

-Ranger Rachel

Lunar occultation of Venus - In-The-Sky.org

Rocket shockwaves, crossing in front of the Sun.
Amazing detail as a Falcon leaves Earth from Florida. Cool to clearly see the rocket exhaust turbulence and shape, and even sunspots.
From the Mach cone half-angle equation sin(μ) = 1/M, it looks like the SpaceX Falcon is already going about Mach 2.5 (2.5 times the speed of sound). But check my math :)
photo by John Winkopp http://spacecoastpictures.com/main.exe/home