There was a lot of hype leading up to the day of the solar eclipse yesterday, when the sun was momentarily entirely blocked by the moon, turning day to night in a narrow but complete path across the United States. Having heard from my parents about their experiences with a full eclipse decades ago, I felt I had to do all I could to check it out. These opportunities don’t present themselves often.
The Solar Eclipse – an Aerial Perspective
Key Takeaways:
- The author undertook a significant general aviation flight from Southern California to Oregon to view the solar eclipse from the air, navigating challenges like wildfire smoke and crowded airspace.
- The aerial perspective provided a profound and memorable two-minute experience of totality, allowing a unique view of the sun's corona.
- Despite an 11-hour flight for a brief event, the author highly recommends viewing a total eclipse from an airplane, noting its unique value and positive impact on general aviation.
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