Comet Pons-Brooks visits the inner solar system every 71 years. Its next perihelion (when it’s closest to the sun) will be on April 21, 2024.
A total solar eclipse takes place on April 8 across North America.
Totality was visible only in Antarctica on early Saturday, experienced by a small number of scientists experts and adventure tourists.
This year, space fans will be treated to two lunar mission, the Apollo 11 anniversary, some lunar and solar eclipses, and brand-new spacecrafts heading for the ISS.
