Shuttle undocked at 1728 UT

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The shuttle undocked from Mir an orbit later than planned, according
to Florida Today Online.  The Russians wanted more time to check out
the new computer.  Undocking occured at 1728 UT, so the New Caledonia
pass was only about 21 minutes later.  I wonder if that's a record
for how soon after an undocking that a Seesat observer has had a
viewing opportunity?

P.S.
Mike McCants provided me with help about my problems finding NOAA 4,
so armed with the new info I'll keep trying.  It might be about half
the size I thought it was.

 Craig Cholar    3432P@VM1.CC.NPS.NAVY.MIL
 Marina, California
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