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U.S. DOT Issues Aviation Guidance ahead of Total Eclipse
First total eclipse to hit the U.S. in seven years is expected to be a great spectacle
map showing 2024 total solar eclipse trajectory
This map shows the trajectory of the April 8 total solar eclipse. With a duration of several minutes of darkness along the path of totality, the event may cause minor airport and air traffic disruptions, according to authorities. As always, remember to equip yourself with special eclipse-viewing glasses when attempting to experience the eclipse. © NASA

Carly Simon’s 1972 hit song “You’re So Vain” described someone flying their Learjet up to Nova Scotia to see the total eclipse of the sun. That scenario will be repeated on April 8 as the U.S. will be treated to the first total eclipse in seven years.

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, the “Great North American Eclipse” will transit a narrow path of totality from southwest to northeast across 13 U.S. states, as well as swathes of Canada and Mexico. This event is predicted to be spectacular, with those along the direct path experiencing several minutes of totality.

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