The Sky at Night

Season 2011, Episode 6

Episode Title: Cygnus the Swan

Air Date: 2011-06-06

Overview:

The summer constellation of Cygnus will soon be flying overhead in our night sky. With its rich array of nebulae and star clusters, it is a delight for astronomers to look at in the warm summer evenings. Sir Patrick Moore looks at the yellow star Albireo with its superb azure blue companion, while Chris North goes in search of the Milky Way.