There is a new high-resolution video from the Artemis I launch. Much of the footage is from cameras that are attached to the rocket itself, allowing everyone to ride along as it begins its journey to the moon.
A few things that stood out.
The first thing we see is the rocket on the pad. The anticipation builds.
The big thrill is seeing the launch from different points. SLS is the most powerful rocket in the world. The same view of the liftoff as the Apollo V launches can be seen in about 18 seconds.
There is nothing better than watching the rocket cam footage as the rocket goes into the sky.
The quarter Moon can be seen from the viewpoint of the rocket at about 40 seconds in.
The separation of the boosters at about 50 seconds is very similar to the space shuttle booster Seps.
The European Service Module panels are thrown into the air at 1:06.
The moon will make appearances in several shots through the rest of the stage separations.
The European service module is heading away.
While the launch footage is amazing, the current views of the Moon and Earth from the other side of the planet have been amazing. The farthest a Command-type Module has ever been from our planet is more than 268,500 miles away from Earth.
You can continue to watch the video when it's available.
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