A stunning black and white image captured from Earth shows the Space Shuttle Atlantis docked with the International Space Station (ISS). Atlantis is visible below and to the left of the ISS, its three main engines gleaming. The ISS's solar arrays are clearly visible, showcasing the impressive scale of the space station. The image was taken using a satellite tracking system and a 25-inch telescope.

Astronomy Picture from 28/06/2007

A Visit from Atlantis

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