Space Weather News for April 1, 2011   
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   SPACE PLANE FLARES: The US Air Force X-37B space plane is circling Earth on a   
   classified mission.  Although its orbit is officially unpublished, amateur sky   
   watchers have spotted it and are monitoring its progress.  This week, a   
   veteran observer witnessed a spectacular flare from the X-37B, exceeding the   
   brightness of Venus. Details may be found on today's edition of    
   ttp://spaceweather.com.   
       
   Bonus: You can turn your cell phone into a space plane tracker by downloading   
   our field-tested Simple Flybys app: http://simpleflybys.com.   
       
   SATURN'S RINGS SURGE IN BRIGHTNESS:  This weekend, Saturn will be at   
   opposition--that is, opposite the sun in the skies of Earth.  Whenever this   
   happens, Saturn's rings surge in brightness due to backscattering of   
   sunlight.  Even a small telescope will show the effect. Visit ht   
   p://spaceweather.com for observing tips and a sky map.   
       
       
   Regards,   
       
   Roger   
      
   --- D'Bridge 3.59   
    * Origin: NCS BBS (1:3828/7)