The video you are about to see was taken during an night launch with a camera looking from the instrument down toward Earth. As the payload door opens, the second stage rocket motor becomes visible. It can be seen burning and spinning as it falls away. The instrument then begins to turn to acquire the target so that scientific observations can begin.
Clouds are visible in the background.
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