If memory serves, the chartering of the 737 was on behalf of the Hansen Planetarium and not SLAS. A small group of SLAS members who availed themselves of the opportunity were graciously rewarded with a mouth dropping event (my first eclipse). They were a minority on a flight that was SRO. To this day I remember seeing the moon's shadow race toward those gathered at the airport and it swept my eyes skyward just in time to see some beads and a diamond ring . I also recall that after a mere 6 minutes and 35 seconds Patrick walked up to me and said "Well, what do you think?" He may not remember, but I just stood there with a silly grin on my face. He should have marked the moment in his journal, as it is probably one of the most rarest of occasions when I was absolutely speechless .
I want a "like" button for this posting! But, seriously, this eclipse will be an order of magnitude more "special" to the public than the annular eclipse we saw last Spring. The roads will be jammed with people trying to head to Idaho and Wyoming for the eclipse. Members of this group may want to take a careful look at the plans Lowell Lyon and the ALCON group are making for a Wyoming meeting, with plans to stay a few extra days and see the eclipse. If that is not feasible, you may certainly want to plan on being "onsite" a day ahead of time, so that you are not stuck in traffic, trying to get to your center line viewing spot on time. It's just too incredible an event to risk a traffic jam miss. If SLAS goes with a bus, make sure it leaves with plenty of time to handle the unexpected..... On Jul 11, 2013, at 10:18 PM, jcarman6@q.com wrote:
If memory serves, the chartering of the 737 was on behalf of the Hansen Planetarium and not SLAS. A small group of SLAS members who availed themselves of the opportunity were graciously rewarded with a mouth dropping event (my first eclipse). They were a minority on a flight that was SRO. To this day I remember seeing the moon's shadow race toward those gathered at the airport and it swept my eyes skyward just in time to see some beads and a diamond ring . I also recall that after a mere 6 minutes and 35 seconds Patrick walked up to me and said "Well, what do you think?" He may not remember, but I just stood there with a silly grin on my face. He should have marked the moment in his journal, as it is probably one of the most rarest of occasions when I was absolutely speechless . _______________________________________________ Utah-Astronomy mailing list http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy
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Yep! ________________________________ From: Josephine Grahn <jograhn@gmail.com> To: Utah Astronomy <utah-astronomy@mailman.xmission.com> Sent: Thursday, July 11, 2013 10:50 PM Subject: Re: [Utah-astronomy] Where were you 22 years ago today I want a "like" button for this posting! But, seriously, this eclipse will be an order of magnitude more "special" to the public than the annular eclipse we saw last Spring. The roads will be jammed with people trying to head to Idaho and Wyoming for the eclipse. Members of this group may want to take a careful look at the plans Lowell Lyon and the ALCON group are making for a Wyoming meeting, with plans to stay a few extra days and see the eclipse. If that is not feasible, you may certainly want to plan on being "onsite" a day ahead of time, so that you are not stuck in traffic, trying to get to your center line viewing spot on time. It's just too incredible an event to risk a traffic jam miss. If SLAS goes with a bus, make sure it leaves with plenty of time to handle the unexpected..... On Jul 11, 2013, at 10:18 PM, jcarman6@q.com wrote:
If memory serves, the chartering of the 737 was on behalf of the Hansen Planetarium and not SLAS. A small group of SLAS members who availed themselves of the opportunity were graciously rewarded with a mouth dropping event (my first eclipse). They were a minority on a flight that was SRO. To this day I remember seeing the moon's shadow race toward those gathered at the airport and it swept my eyes skyward just in time to see some beads and a diamond ring . I also recall that after a mere 6 minutes and 35 seconds Patrick walked up to me and said "Well, what do you think?" He may not remember, but I just stood there with a silly grin on my face. He should have marked the moment in his journal, as it is probably one of the most rarest of occasions when I was absolutely speechless . _______________________________________________ Utah-Astronomy mailing list http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy
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I think I am going to charter a plane for the Idaho eclipse. Perhaps a Cessna 182. I want a "like" button for this posting! But, seriously, this eclipse will be an order of magnitude more "special" to the public than the annular eclipse we saw last Spring. The roads will be jammed with people trying to head to Idaho and Wyoming for the eclipse. Members of this group may want to take a careful look at the plans Lowell Lyon and the ALCON group are making for a Wyoming meeting, with plans to stay a few extra days and see the eclipse. If that is not feasible, you may certainly want to plan on being "onsite" a day ahead of time, so that you are not stuck in traffic, trying to get to your center line viewing spot on time. It's just too incredible an event to risk a traffic jam miss. If SLAS goes with a bus, make sure it leaves with plenty of time to handle the unexpected..... On Jul 11, 2013, at 10:18 PM, jcarman6@q.com wrote:
Brent, let me know if you are interested in passengers. I plan on travelling light, H-a and white-light imaging on a small alt-az GoTo mount. My wife will be coming with me, so 2 passengers. How many seats in a 182, and how much cargo room? On Fri, Jul 12, 2013 at 8:07 AM, Brent Watson <brentjwatson@yahoo.com>wrote:
I think I am going to charter a plane for the Idaho eclipse. Perhaps a Cessna 182.
A 182 has 4 seats, and there is sufficient baggage space for most solar scopes, perhaps up to a C-14. Now, weight and balance probably won't agree with the space available. I'll let you know if there is any. I have a feeling my family will want all space available, but we'll wait and see. There is still time to get your ticket and join the flight! ________________________________ From: Chuck Hards <chuck.hards@gmail.com> To: Utah Astronomy <utah-astronomy@mailman.xmission.com> Sent: Friday, July 12, 2013 8:15 AM Subject: Re: [Utah-astronomy] Where were you 22 years ago today Brent, let me know if you are interested in passengers. I plan on travelling light, H-a and white-light imaging on a small alt-az GoTo mount. My wife will be coming with me, so 2 passengers. How many seats in a 182, and how much cargo room?
On Fri, Jul 12, 2013 at 8:07 AM, Brent Watson <brentjwatson@yahoo.com> wrote:>
I think I am going to charter a plane for the Idaho eclipse. Perhaps a Cessna 182.
I wonder if the FAA will have special restrictions on airspace. There will be thousands of aircraft following the centerline. I have family that live 1 mile from the exact centerline between Rexburg and Rigby. I'm going a couple days early to camp out. It is going to be a madhouse. Jared
Hi Brent, On 12 Jul 2013, at 08:07, Brent Watson wrote:
I think I am going to charter a plane for the Idaho eclipse. Perhaps a Cessna 182.
Have you considered upgrading to a B-17? http://www.ebay.com/itm/B-17-Type-Rating-limited-/271237694056?pt=LH_Default... But seriously, do you plan on observing from the air or landing someplace? For the latter I see Jackson Hole is right on the centerline but I'm guessing it'll be full on eclipse day. Then there's Mud Lake, Rexburg and Driggs. Not on the centerline but pretty close with totality lasting about 2:17 and the Sun about 50 degrees altitude. Here's a look at clouds along the route: http://www.eclipse2017.org/2017/weather/2017_clouds.htm Your thoughts? patrick
Perhaps Casper or Riverton. Its too early for me to think too much about it, but either of those two places offer a better chance than Idaho. If Idaho is desired, then perhaps Smiley Creek (U87), or Weiser. I am sure Idaho Falls and Rexburg will be a zoo.That's the nice thing about my charter. It goes where I want and can change on a minute's notice - even in flight if ADS-B weather so dictates. What have you thought? ________________________________ From: Patrick Wiggins <paw@wirelessbeehive.com> To: Utah Astronomy <utah-astronomy@mailman.xmission.com> Sent: Friday, July 12, 2013 6:24 PM Subject: Re: [Utah-astronomy] Where were you 22 years ago today Hi Brent, On 12 Jul 2013, at 08:07, Brent Watson wrote:
I think I am going to charter a plane for the Idaho eclipse. Perhaps a Cessna 182.
Have you considered upgrading to a B-17? http://www.ebay.com/itm/B-17-Type-Rating-limited-/271237694056?pt=LH_Default... But seriously, do you plan on observing from the air or landing someplace? For the latter I see Jackson Hole is right on the centerline but I'm guessing it'll be full on eclipse day. Then there's Mud Lake, Rexburg and Driggs. Not on the centerline but pretty close with totality lasting about 2:17 and the Sun about 50 degrees altitude. Here's a look at clouds along the route: http://www.eclipse2017.org/2017/weather/2017_clouds.htm Your thoughts? patrick _______________________________________________ Utah-Astronomy mailing list http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Send messages to the list to Utah-Astronomy@mailman.xmission.com The Utah-Astronomy mailing list is not affiliated with any astronomy club. To unsubscribe go to: http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Then enter your email address in the space provided and click on "Unsubscribe or edit options".
On 12 Jul 2013, at 19:09, Brent Watson wrote:
Perhaps Casper or Riverton. Its too early for me to think too much about it, but either of those two places offer a better chance than Idaho. If Idaho is desired, then perhaps Smiley Creek (U87), or Weiser. I am sure Idaho Falls and Rexburg will be a zoo.That's the nice thing about my charter. It goes where I want and can change on a minute's notice - even in flight if ADS-B weather so dictates.
What have you thought?
I agree that it's still too far out. If I do decide to fly I'll probably want to avoid any airport that can accommodate biz-jets as they'll probably have more planes trying to land than there is space available. So Driggs is an early favorite for me although Smiley Creek could be fun. patrick On 12 Jul 2013, at 19:13, Brent Watson wrote:
Have you seen this homebuilt?
Wow! I hope he gets it flying someday. And when he does get it flying someone has built another WW2 homebuilt he can go up against: http://vimeo.com/37363067 Grins, patrick
The B-17 would be great fun, but it is just barely out of my price range (about $40k out). Have you seen this homebuilt? https://www.facebook.com/BallyBomber ________________________________ From: Patrick Wiggins <paw@wirelessbeehive.com> To: Utah Astronomy <utah-astronomy@mailman.xmission.com> Sent: Friday, July 12, 2013 6:24 PM Subject: Re: [Utah-astronomy] Where were you 22 years ago today Hi Brent, On 12 Jul 2013, at 08:07, Brent Watson wrote:
I think I am going to charter a plane for the Idaho eclipse. Perhaps a Cessna 182.
Have you considered upgrading to a B-17? http://www.ebay.com/itm/B-17-Type-Rating-limited-/271237694056?pt=LH_Default... But seriously, do you plan on observing from the air or landing someplace? For the latter I see Jackson Hole is right on the centerline but I'm guessing it'll be full on eclipse day. Then there's Mud Lake, Rexburg and Driggs. Not on the centerline but pretty close with totality lasting about 2:17 and the Sun about 50 degrees altitude. Here's a look at clouds along the route: http://www.eclipse2017.org/2017/weather/2017_clouds.htm Your thoughts? patrick _______________________________________________ Utah-Astronomy mailing list http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Send messages to the list to Utah-Astronomy@mailman.xmission.com The Utah-Astronomy mailing list is not affiliated with any astronomy club. To unsubscribe go to: http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Then enter your email address in the space provided and click on "Unsubscribe or edit options".
Patrick chartered it, and he was working for the planetarium at the time. But I don't remember that it was a planetarium trip -- I have the feeling it wasn't. -- Joe ________________________________ From: "jcarman6@q.com" <jcarman6@q.com> To: Utah Astronomy <utah-astronomy@mailman.xmission.com> Sent: Thursday, July 11, 2013 10:18 PM Subject: [Utah-astronomy] Where were you 22 years ago today If memory serves, the chartering of the 737 was on behalf of the Hansen Planetarium and not SLAS. A small group of SLAS members who availed themselves of the opportunity were graciously rewarded with a mouth dropping event (my first eclipse). They were a minority on a flight that was SRO. To this day I remember seeing the moon's shadow race toward those gathered at the airport and it swept my eyes skyward just in time to see some beads and a diamond ring . I also recall that after a mere 6 minutes and 35 seconds Patrick walked up to me and said "Well, what do you think?" He may not remember, but I just stood there with a silly grin on my face. He should have marked the moment in his journal, as it is probably one of the most rarest of occasions when I was absolutely speechless . _______________________________________________ Utah-Astronomy mailing list http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Send messages to the list to Utah-Astronomy@mailman.xmission.com The Utah-Astronomy mailing list is not affiliated with any astronomy club. To unsubscribe go to: http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Then enter your email address in the space provided and click on "Unsubscribe or edit options".
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