International Space Station Overhead tonight - twice

[refuzion]

If I look south from the Midlands between 9:20 and 9:30 will I see it?

 

[Jamauk]

I think I can see it, from Oxford I'm looking in a South West direction, looks like a big star very bright and moving slowly.

 

[MarkST]

Think I can see it, seems to be reflecting a few colours?

 

[G-MAN2004]

I think I can see it also.

EDIT: Ok, it's not moving. Star.

I should be able to see it now. Right time for my area.

EDIT2: Ooo, I can see it!

 

[ChemicalKicks]

Do you think Belfast is to far north to see it on the second pass?

 

[saitrix]

Saw it really clear over mine, didn't expect to see it too!

 

[Kona*]

Just saw it here in Newcastle, was going very fast Dont think it was a plane anyway because it was always lit up!

 

[SamuraiTortoise]

I've just had it pass across the sky infront of my house. Was moving really quickly and the only "star"/object in the sky. I'm located in Wingrave ( 51.8580°N, 0.7440°W):


DateMagStartsMax. Altitude EndsTimeAlt.Az.TimeAlt.Az.TimeAlt.Az.
06 Aug (star chart)-1.621:23:1110SW 21:25:5334SSE21:28:3410E
06 Aug (star chart)-2.522:57:5410W 23:00:4984S 23:01:5037E

It was it's first pass so expecting to see it again later.

 

[Macro]

Just wizzed over here (Reading) at about 60deg above the horizon. It was indeed the brightest thing in the sky by a long way. Great tip, thanks!!!

 

[G-MAN2004]

Was traveling really quick. Had a look through some binoculars and could see the shape quite clearly.

 

[Malt_Vinegar]

Nice sighting down here, had my compass out and got it spot on

Looking forward to the next one, will be up at 86 degrees for me!

 

[Vita]

I see it. Only bright light in the sky above my house. Looks good.

 

[Gonzo0]

Just seen it fly over head in Derby. I could actually see the station itself not just the bright light. Rang my dad down in portsmouth and he also spotted it. Could see it for a good 5 mins

 

[Greenlizard0]

i'll try now but it's too bloody coloud in liverpool! grr

EDIT - just seen it! Wow - that's cool (at least I think I saw it). Like a bright star sort of?

 

[Malt_Vinegar]

Athanor, did you hear three large Booms when you were out watching?

I am in Thatcham and heard them coming from Reading way?

 

[MarkST]

My first sighting was incorrect. The real thing went past a couple of minutes ago quite quickly

 

[Droolinggimp]

Clear sky and didnt see it.. I was looking in the right direction too.

How high up was it? And what direction did it start from..? Just to make sure I didnt get it all wrong.

 

[Gonzo0]

Clear sky and didnt see it.. I was looking in the right direction too.

How high up was it? And what direction did it start from..? Just to make sure I didnt get it all wrong.

drooling it was definately there as i spotted it crystal clear

EDIT: it was coming from SW or SE one of those two

 

[Droolinggimp]

drooling it was definately there as i spotted it crystal clear

Where in derbyshire are you? More info please... I dont want to miss the second pass..

drooling it was definately there as i spotted it crystal clear

EDIT: it was coming from SW or SE one of those two

was it coming FROM the sunset?

 

[smit101]

when is it due over the Midlands? I'm getting neck ache.