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SpaceX's Crew-13 astronaut launch captured in infrared
Original: SpaceX's Crew-13 astronaut launch in infrared | Space photo of the day for Oct. 5, 2026
A striking infrared image of SpaceX's Crew-13 astronaut launch has been featured as the space photo of the day for October 5, 2026. The launch sent astronauts to orbit aboard a Crew Dragon capsule, and the infrared view highlights the rocket's heat plume during ascent. Space enthusiasts are sharing the image as a visually dramatic record of the mission.
Why now: The dramatic infrared imagery of a crewed launch is drawing attention from space fans.
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