"Weeks, Andy" wrote:

> I've been observing since February. Twice during the last 2 nights while
> looking at objects, I've seen what must be satellites passing through the
> FOV. Is this a relatively common experience for you all? The first time it
> actually startled me? When I looked up, I couldn't see them with the naked
> eye. That too surprised me.
>
> Andy Weeks
> AT&T Labs
> IP Client Software Development
> FAX: 630-810-7868

I have not been keeping track, but it does happen quite a bit with me. I
think I am biased by the "surprise factor" like you indicated. Don't forget
that the light gathering power of your scope is orders of magnitude more than
your unaided eye. So your a re bound to "see" more satellites through the
scope than with your naked eye.



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