Hi Malcolm,
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Originally Posted by barx1963
Hey Les, great report mate! I have just read your column in the latest S&T and (weather permitting) I am hoping to get out later tonight for a quick look at some objects after moonset. I may be able to add some from this list if the sky gets dark enough! 
Interesting your comment on Eta C, I am quite convinced it is changing visibly.
What scope were you using BTW?
Malcolm |
It was the 46cm (18") mate. I only ever use the 31cm (12") at home. The 46cm is is much more portable.
Yes Eta is brightening overall at visual wavelengths and I think there is little doubt it is due to the star clearing-out its surroundings that came from the eruption in the 1890's. It is now starting to shine
out of the nebula more than shining
through it.
Best,
Les D