William Anders, Apollo 8 Astronaut and 'Earthrise' Photographer, Dies at 90

Anders, who captured one of the most iconic images in history, died in a plane crash near Washington's San Juan Islands.

William Anders was piloting a Beechcraft T-34 Mentor when it crashed into the water, killing him at age 90.
He is best known for taking the 'Earthrise' photo during the Apollo 8 mission, a pivotal moment in space exploration and environmental awareness.
The Apollo 8 mission was the first crewed flight to orbit the moon, setting the stage for the Apollo 11 moon landing.
Anders had a distinguished career in the military, NASA, and various governmental and private sector roles.
He founded the Heritage Flight Museum in Washington state, showcasing vintage military aircraft and artifacts.