Facts About Arecibo Observatory, 2020’s Latest Loss. In a period of weeks when we’ve talked a lot about famous filming locations in LA, Manhattan, and the UK, one such iconic location tucked into the vast greenery of Puerto Rico has been unfortunately lost to us. The Arecibo Observatory, seen in the 1997 extraterrestrial film Contact and the climax of 1995 Bond film Goldeneye, was once part of the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) and had been used by NASA to confirm facts. The instrument platform of the 305m telescope at Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico fell overnight. No injuries were reported. NSF is working with stakeholders to assess the situation.

CALL for Generous Supporters

As news of the recent accident has reached the public, the AO team and staff would like to thank you all for your kind words and encouragement to demonstrate our resilience as a facility once more.We have received countless messages from our followers around the world, asking about the state of the telescope and offering their help.

The Angel Ramos Foundation Science & Visitor Center has been economically impacted by the COVID situation and this last unfortunately event. For those interested in aiding our Education & Public Outreach programs or the restoration of the broken cable and associated damages you can use the following options:

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