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Connecticut as Seen From the International Space Station

"Hey Connecticut (& RI) - I just flew over! Looks like nice weather."
Rick Mastracchio

Last week, NASA astronaut and Waterbury native Rick Mastracchio blasted off into space and boarded the International Space Station. On Wednesday afternoon, he tweeted a photo of his home state from the ISS. He said the station's altitude is around 400 km, and the view is magnificent.

Mastracchio also responded to a few adoring space geeks.

It may be tough to see him, but you do have opportunities to see the ISS from Earth. NASA says it's the third brightest object in the sky. You can also sign up for email alerts that will tell you when the ISS is overhead and when you might be able to see it.

Tucker Ives is WNPR's morning news producer.

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