This is a reminder that the raw NASA Mars spacecraft images of 3I/ATLAS were publicly released more than a month ago.

What has been delayed due to the government shutdown is official processed versions and associated commentary.

QT Simeon Schmauß @stim3on@fosstodon.org
2025 October 3

There is a super faint smudge where comet 3I/Atlas should be. The new orbit parameters in Stellarium are a pretty good match. 🔭 #3iatlas
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