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Orbital ATK’s Cygnus Approaches the International Space Station

Cygnus spacecraft with solar arrays deployed and clouds below approaching robotic arm in lower right
Orbital ATK's Cygnus cargo craft approaches the International Space Station on Dec. 9, 2015. Cygnus was grappled by the station's robotic arm, visible in the lower right of the frame. The photograph was taken by Expedition 45 Commander Scott Kelly, who shared it with his social media followers.

Orbital ATK’s Cygnus cargo craft approaches the International Space Station on Dec. 9, 2015. Cygnus was grappled by the station’s robotic arm, visible in the lower right of the frame. The photograph was taken by Expedition 45 Commander Scott Kelly, who shared it with his social media followers and wrote, “Happy to accept #Cygnus with an open arm this morning. Look forward to bringing onboard new #ISSCargo! #YearInSpace”

Image Credit: NASA