"2024 Solar Eclipse: NASA Jets, Viewing Tips, and Scientific Observations"

On April 8, a total solar eclipse will be visible across Mexico, 15 U.S. states, and Canada, and NASA will deploy two WB-57 jets equipped with scientific instruments to capture precise measurements of the eclipse. The jets will extend their time in the moon's shadow, allowing for improved understanding of the sun's corona, its impact on Earth's atmosphere, and potential asteroid detection. The high-altitude jets will soar above cloud cover and capture sharper images, while recording specific wavelengths of light to reveal new data about the sun's structures.