Below is a copy of a post of a previous launch that is very interesting. Thanks to the person who did the video from The Villages.
Originally Posted by JRietz
For those who missed the night launch last December (and what you can see from your front yard!), I video taped it. It does take about 60 seconds to clear the horizon, so be patient. I was not ready for the initial glow from about 90 miles away.
http://www.think-different.com/video...es/shuttle.php
Enjoy...
Jim