Rocket: Hunter

: Often called NASA’s Planet Hunter , this spacecraft was launched by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to scan the skies for "transits"—dips in star brightness that signal an orbiting planet.

: While some original manufacturers have gone out of business, the LUNAR rocketry club and others still rely on these units (or modern falconry transmitters) to ensure their "birds" come home safely. 2. "Rocket Hunter" on the Silver Screen Rocket Hunter

In the world of historical action films, "Rocket Hunter" refers to stories set during the final, desperate days of World War II. : Often called NASA’s Planet Hunter , this

: Despite mixed reviews for their low-budget special effects (some reviewers noted the use of model airplanes and stilted dialogue), these films have carved out a niche for fans of "so-bad-it's-good" historical action. 3. The Modern "Planet Hunters" "Rocket Hunter" on the Silver Screen In the

The term also honors the engineers who "hunted" for the perfect rocket design.

: This film follows an American B-17 pilot who volunteers for a suicide mission—flying a surrendered German Messerschmidt 109 deep into enemy territory to stop the V-2 rockets terrorizing London.

: Enthusiasts mount a small radio transmitter inside their rocket. Once it lands, the "hunter" uses the receiver to sweep the horizon, following the signal to recover their often-expensive flight vehicle.