Space Force reveals image snapped by top secret space plane for first time
Over the weekend, the US Space Force shared a photo taken by the spacecraft X-37B during its most recent secret mission. It’s the first operational image shared while the space plane is in orbit. The image shows part of the space plane, the blue marble of Earth and the darkness of space.
U.S. Space Force releases rare image of the mysterious X-37B spacecraft in orbit
The United States Space Force has released a rare image of the X-37B spaceplane, a project developed in partnership with Boeing to test reusable space vehicle technologies.
What we know: Secretive Space Force X-37B space plane sends back photo of Earth
According to Boeing, the X-37B has a body and landing operation similar to the Space Shuttle, however it is smaller, measuring in at just one-fourth the size of the shuttle. "The X-37B design combines the best of aircraft and spacecraft into an affordable system that is easy to operate and maintain," the description read.
Secretive US Space Force plane shares rare photo of Earth from orbit
The United States Space Force shared a never-before-seen glimpse into its notably secretive X-37B space plane in orbit. The photo showed the space plane and Earth.
Secret US plane moving around space for months finally captured in footage
US Space Force shared the first image of the X-37B space plane in orbit, captured during its most recent secret mission. The X-37B executed aerobraking maneuvers.
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