Space Shuttle Discovery (STS-116) - Night Launch Video

Following the previous attempt to launch and the resulting decision by NASA to scrub due to less than favorable weather conditions, today was a different story.

This evening in Brevard County, Florida the roads were extremely busy as the many onlookers merged on the eastern shore line to watch the first night launch in 4-years of Space Shuttle Discovery begin it's journey to the International Space Station.

For many this was the first chance to witness such a launch and with the ever present doubts that accompany every launch in that this might be the last one, this was definitely a show to remember.

Fortunately I live fairly close as the crow flies from the launch pad and so armed with my video camera I headed out into the yard to capture on film for all to see, the spectacular night time launch.

Those that live in Titusville have often referred to prior night launches as being a comparable experience to that of watching the sun rise over the horizon just as dawn breaks, only with thunder and fire and crowds of thousands. With the ensuing chaos on the roads tonight I decided, like many others to play it safe and do what only local residents can and watch from your own back yard.

The launch itself was truly spectacular for lack of a better phrase, like a giant roman candle streaking toward the heavens leaving a trail of fire as it tore up the night sky.

Well, enough of the rambling check out the video for yourself!

Download it below.

Dave
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