Former astronaut William Anders, who took iconic Earthrise photo, has died in Washington plane crash
SUMMARY
Retired Maj. Gen. William Anders, renowned for capturing the iconic "Earthrise" photo during the Apollo 8 mission, tragically died at 90 in a plane crash off Washington state's San Juan Islands. His son, Greg Anders, confirmed the news, stating, "He was a great pilot, and we will miss him terribly." The infamous Earthrise photo, depicted planet Earth as a shadowed blue marble from space. Anders' legacy extends beyond space exploration; he co-founded the Heritage Flight Museum in Washington state. The National Transportation Safety Board and FAA are investigating the crash.
