A dramatic image captures the separation of solid rocket boosters from a Delta II rocket during the launch of the Stardust mission. The boosters are seen receding against a backdrop of Earth, with fiery exhaust plumes clearly visible. The image showcases the power and spectacle of space exploration.

Astronomy Picture from 05/04/1999

The Launch of STARDUST

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap990405.html


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