Getting best view from above clouds

SHANGHAI: With a forecast of rain and cloud threatening to block today's eclipse, some enthusiasts are thinking of taking flight.

"Being high above the clouds, the 'eclipse flight' can offer people almost perfect viewing. It cannot be affected even if there is rain or heavy clouds," one enthusiast wrote on a bulletin board.

Recently, an Indian airline company offered a flight that will provide the closest seat people could possibly get to the rare astronomical event, stating it will have astronomers and enthusiasts on board with a sure view of nature's best show.