"Exploring the Science of Solar Eclipses: From Chasing Jets to Breakthroughs"

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Nasa will deploy two WB-57 flights with four scientists flying at 50,000ft along the path of the solar eclipse to collect data on the Sun's corona, offering a unique opportunity for scientific research.
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