UMD Astronomy Observatory: Satellite Images

Next Open House

Due to budget cuts, the Observatory remains closed to public outreach activities.

About Open House

Other Programs

Coming up:

VIRTUAL :: 12 Oct
NCA meeting, 7:30pm
This you can do on your own!!
Globe at Night!

Mark your calendar!

26 April 2025: info about Maryland Day 2024!

Gallery quicklinks

Satellite Images

The UMD Astronomy Observatory Remains Closed

Fall 2024 Update: The UMD Astronomy Observatory remains closed to all public outreach activities.

IR Flare 12 July 2002

taken by Kent R.

Date: Friday, 12 July, 2002
Location: UMD Observatory (39.001°N, -76.955°E)
Time Zone: EDT (GMT - 4:00)
Satellite: Iridium 4