Blue Ghost spacecraft captures rare images of Earth eclipsing the moon during lunar mission

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Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost spacecraft has captured unique images of Earth eclipsing the moon during its Mission 1 flight. The spacecraft is currently in lunar orbit and is set to land on March 2. Launched on January 15, Blue Ghost is equipped with ten science payloads aimed at studying the moon. It has taken several photos and videos, including a rare view of Earth eclipsing the moon. The lander is now preparing for its landing at Mare Crisium, a large lunar crater. This mission could make Blue Ghost the second private lunar lander to successfully touch down on the moon.


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