NASA and SpaceX Crew-8 Mission and Geomagnetic Storm
NASA and SpaceX prepare for Crew-8 mission amid geomagnetic storm expected to disrupt radio communications but provide great aurora viewing. Solar activity near its peak causing geomagnetic storms to hit Earth more frequently.
Key Points
- Geomagnetic storm expected to disrupt radio communications but offer great aurora viewing.
- Solar activity near its peak causing increased geomagnetic storms.
- Commercial aircraft can use satellite transmission as backup during disruptions.
Pros
- Great opportunity to see auroras for people at higher latitudes.
- Commercial aircraft can use satellite transmission as backup during geomagnetic storms.
- Increased solar activity provides valuable data for scientists studying the Sun.
Cons
- Potential disruption to radio communications and tracking of spacecraft by satellite operators.
- Power grids could experience induced current in their lines.
- Geomagnetic storms can hit Earth more frequently during solar maximum.