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Key Takeaways of Asteroid 2026 JH2 (Updated JPL Solution) (see previous solution report) 

• NASA JPL Solution: Solution JPL 9 · Epoch 2461000.5 (2025‑Nov‑21.0 TDB) · SPK‑ID 54629847 · Producer: Otto Matic
• Orbit class: Apollo Near‑Earth Object — semi‑major axis a = 2.4187 au, eccentricity e = 0.5822, inclination i ≈ 6.0°, orbital period 3.76 years (1373.9 days).
• Earth MOID: 0.000734498 au (~110,000 km), meaning the nominal orbit passes well inside the Earth–Moon system, but no impact solution is reported in current JPL risk catalogues.
• Size estimate: Absolute magnitude H = 26.352 → approximate diameter in the 10–25 m range (albedo‑dependent), consistent with a small NEO capable of airburst‑scale effects only in a hypothetical impact.
• Orbit quality: Condition code 4, based on 166 observations over a 10‑day data arc (2026‑05‑10 to 2026‑05‑20), with a normalised RMS of 0.34634 — a moderately well‑constrained, still‑refining orbit.
• Future close approach: JPL SBDB lists a notable Earth encounter on 2090‑05‑14 at a nominal distance of 0.00683 au (~1.0 million km) and relative velocity 9.10 km/s — a close but non‑impacting flyby.
• Risk context: 2026 JH2 is not a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (PHA) — its size (H > 22) is far below the PHA threshold, and no impact solutions are listed by NASA CNEOS or JPL SBDB.
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Latest PHA / NEO Asteroid Close Approach Report - Official Data - Asteroid News by Astrophyzix Digital Observatory - 11 May 2026

No Near-Earth Objects Within 10 Lunar Distances Detected Over Next 7 Days - As of The Time Of Report. 

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NEO and PHA Asteroid Report - 11th May 2026

At the time of writing, the NASA-integrated Astrophyzix Digital Observatory monitoring console reports that there are currently no known Near-Earth Objects (NEOs) or Potentially Hazardous Asteroids (PHAs) forecast to pass within 10 Lunar Distances (LD) of Earth during the next seven days. New objects are often discovered and the 7 Day Data is a dynamic observation window, so things inevitably do change — that's the beauty of science. 

You can access a real-time NEO/PHA report at any time, totally free on the Astrophyzix Today's NEO/PHA Approaches page. It provides official, live, understandable and comprehensive object data, profiles and original Astrophyzix analysis of each close approach. So you're planetary defence news needs are always met, in real time. Every page load is a fresh, original report with data and analysis grounded on official data. 

Current observational data indicates that all tracked objects remain at safe distances from Earth, with no impact threat identified by NASA or any recognised planetary defence organisation.

Current PHA Monitoring Overview

The observatory console currently identifies four classified Potentially Hazardous Asteroids within the active monitoring window. Although these objects meet the technical criteria for PHA classification due to orbital geometry and estimated size, all four are forecast to remain at substantial and safe distances from Earth.

Potentially Hazardous Asteroid classification does not indicate an imminent collision threat. It is a scientific monitoring designation used for long-term orbital tracking and planetary defence analysis.

Asteroid (2001 MS3 / 2026 GF) — 2026 Scientific Close‑Approach Report and Asteroid Profile - Official NASA Data - Latest Potentially Hazardous Asteroid News by Astrophyzix Digital Observatory

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Apollo [NEO] SPKID: 50092326 JPL Solution 16 Epoch 2461000.5 (2025‑Nov‑21.0 TDB)

Condition Code 0

Asteroid 2001 MS3 Key Takeaways

• Precisely determined Apollo NEO: (2001 MS3) is an Apollo‑class Near‑Earth Object with semi‑major axis a = 2.139 au and perihelion q ≈ 0.997 au, crossing Earth’s orbital region on a ~3.13‑year cycle.
• Epoch‑anchored orbit: All osculating elements are referenced to Epoch 2461000.5 (2025‑Nov‑21.0 TDB) in the heliocentric IAU76/J2000 ecliptic frame (JPL Solution 16).
• 2026 flyby is distant and safe: On 2026‑May‑13, 2001 MS3 passes Earth at a nominal distance of 0.05306 au (~7.94 million km), with minimum and maximum distances identical at the quoted precision.
• Elite orbit quality: A 24.82‑year data arc (39 observations) with DE441 and SB441‑N16 yields a Condition Code 0 solution and normalized RMS 0.60351.
• Small, non‑hazardous body: With absolute magnitude H = 24.0, the diameter is of order tens of metres; Earth MOID is 0.0243864 au, and no impact solutions are known.

Scientific consensus snapshot (preliminary)

Parameter	Status
Orbit determination quality	Excellent — Condition Code 0, long data arc, low RMS
Impact risk	No known impact trajectories; not on active risk lists
2026 Earth encounter	Distant, dynamically routine, fully non‑hazardous
Long‑term dynamics	Moderate secular evolution; weak Jovian perturbations (Tjup = 3.514)
Planetary‑defence relevance	Benchmark small Apollo NEO for MOID‑based classification and tracking

Object overview and physical characteristics

Parameter	Value
Primary designation	(2001 MS3)
Alternate designation	2026 GF
Classification	Apollo‑class Near‑Earth Object (NEO)
Absolute magnitude (H)	24.0 (reference: MPO74093)
Estimated diameter (typical NEO albedo)	~40–60 m (order‑of‑magnitude)
Rotation period	Not determined
Albedo / spectral type	Unknown; no published taxonomy at this solution

Newly discovered NEO Asteroid 2026 HZ3 Close Approach Report and NEO Profile by Astrophyzix Digital Observatory

Asteroid (2026 HZ3) — 2026 NASA-Linked Preliminary Scientific Status Report
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Classification: Apollo Near-Earth Object (NEO) SPK-ID: 54613601

Asteroid 2026 HZ3 Key Takeaways

• Newly discovered NEO: (2026 HZ3) is a recently observed Apollo-class near-Earth asteroid with a short data-arc (4 days) and a relatively high orbital uncertainty (condition code 7).
• Small object: With an absolute magnitude H ≈ 25.3, (2026 HZ3) is likely a small asteroid, on the order of a few tens of metres in diameter, depending on its surface reflectivity.
• Close approach in 2026: A nominal close approach to Earth occurs on 1 May 2026 at a distance of about 0.010 au (around 1.5 million km), well outside any impact scenario under current solutions.
• Earth MOID: The current Minimum Orbit Intersection Distance (MOID) with Earth is about 0.00497 au (~745,000 km), indicating close-approach potential but not an imminent threat.
• Preliminary orbit: Because the orbit is based on only 38 observations over 4 days, all risk and trajectory assessments are considered preliminary and will be refined as more data are collected.

Scientific consensus snapshot (preliminary)

Parameter	Status (NASA JPL SBDB Solution 5 | 2026-Apr-28 06:20:37)
Impact risk (100-year context)	No confirmed impact solution; orbit still under refinement (condition code 7).
Orbital uncertainty	Moderate–high (short 4-day data-arc, condition code 7).
2026 close approach	Nominal miss distance ~0.010 au (~1.5 million km) — a safe flyby under current solutions.
Hazard classification	NEO (Apollo). Not formally classified as a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (PHA) at this time.
Scientific priority	Monitoring and orbit refinement; representative of small NEOs that frequently pass near Earth.

Weekly Potentially Hazardous Asteroid and NEO Close Approach Report 22 April to 28 April Official NASA Planetary Defence Data

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Observatory Status & Data Integrity

Astrophyzix Planetary Defence reports are written using a fully dynamic, on-demand data retrieval pipeline linked directly to NASA's CNEOS NeoWs API infrastructure.

The monitoring interval is calculated at runtime and spans seven days forward from the exact timestamp of system access.

No caching layers, pre-processing, or static datasets are used. Every value presented is sourced from the most recent orbital solutions available within NASA systems at the time of query execution by the Astrophyzix Planetary Defence System.

Certain data is computed through the Astrophyzix Risk Index and presented alongside the raw data to give readers an easy to visualise scale of how notable an object is an a clear interpretation of the data.

UTC Timestamp Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:10:55
Monitoring Window 2026-04-22 → 2026-04-28
Data Source NASA CNEOS NeoWs API (Live Stream)

Monitoring Overview

• Total NEOs tracked: 87
• Potentially Hazardous Asteroids: 8
• Objects within 10 Lunar Distances: 6
• Closest recorded approach: 2.956 LD
• Mean relative velocity: 13.7 km/s
• Largest object: 54071 (2000 GQ146) — 1418 m

Potentially Hazardous Asteroid and Near-Earth Object (NEO) Close Approach Report & Asteroid Profile for Asteroid 2026 BK2

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Introduction

Asteroid (2026 BK2) is an Apollo-class near-Earth object (NEO) classified as a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (PHA). Its orbit intersects Earth's orbital region, and its size exceeds the threshold used in hazard classification frameworks.

The close approach on 2026-Apr-22 12:36 (TDB) represents a relatively close but well-understood encounter. Despite its classification, no impact risk is identified based on current orbital solutions.

Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (PHA) news refers to verified reports of near-Earth asteroids that meet specific size and orbital proximity thresholds. Despite the classification, the vast majority of PHAs pose no impact threat during observed close approaches.

Key Takeaways

• Close approach on 2026-Apr-22 12:36 (TDB).
• Miss distance: 0.02569 AU (~10.0 LD / ~3.84 million km).
• Relative velocity: 8.13 km/s.
• Estimated diameter: ~160–350 meters (derived from H=21.05).
• Condition code 0 (extremely well constrained orbit).
• No impact threat identified.
• ARI Score: 50/100 - Notable Approach 

Scientific Consensus Snapshot

The orbital solution for (2026 BK2) is based on 125 observations spanning 2096 days (2020-07-18 to 2026-04-14). The condition code of 0 indicates a highly reliable trajectory solution. The timing uncertainty for the 2026-Apr-22 12:36 (TDB) close approach is less than one minute, confirming extremely high positional certainty.

Potentially Hazardous Asteroid 2026GU Close Approach Report and Asteroid Profile Latest Near Earth Object News

Near-Earth Object (NEO) Close Approach Report & Asteroid Profile Potentially Hazardous Asteroid 2026 GU

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Introduction

A Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (PHA)  is a near-Earth object with an absolute magnitude of 22.0 or brighter (typically larger than ~140 metres) and a minimum orbit intersection distance (MOID) of 0.05 AU or less. This classification does not indicate an impact threat, but identifies objects that require precise orbital monitoring.

Asteroid (2026 GU) is an Amor-class near-Earth object (NEO) classified as a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (PHA) based on its size and orbital proximity to Earth. The object was observed over a short 5-day arc in this week and its orbit is currently defined by the initial JPL solution (Solution 1 on 09 April 2026.) 

Despite its PHA classification, current orbital solutions indicate a relatively distant Earth flyby on 14 April 2026. Continued observations are required to refine its trajectory due to the limited observational baseline and elevated uncertainty level.

Key Takeaways

• Close approach on 2026-Apr-14 at ~0.09884 AU.
• Equivalent to approximately 38.4 lunar distances (~14.8 million km).
• Classified as a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (PHA).
• Estimated diameter: ~150–300 meters (based on H magnitude).
• Orbit currently constrained using 90 observations over 5 days.
• Condition code 8 indicates high orbital uncertainty.
• No impact threat identified.

Scientific Consensus Snapshot

The current orbital solution for (2026 GU) is based on a short observational arc and remains subject to refinement. While the object's classification as a PHA reflects its long-term orbital geometry, the 14 April 2026 encounter is well outside any hazardous threshold. Future observations will reduce uncertainties and improve long-term trajectory modelling.

Newly Discovered NEO Asteroid (2026 GD) Exclusive Close Approach Report and Object Profile Astrophyzix Digital Observatory NASA Data

Astrophyzix Near-Earth Object (NEO) Close Approach Report: (2026 GD) Newly Discovered Asteroid Will Pass Closer than the Moon. 

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Introduction

New updates found in our JPL Solution 2 Report

Asteroid (2026 GD) is a recently observed Apollo-class near-Earth object (NEO) identified in April 2026. With a short observational arc of just 1 day, its orbital solution remains preliminary and subject to refinement. Despite this, current data indicates an exceptionally close Earth approach occurring on 09 April 2026.

The object’s very low Earth Minimum Orbit Intersection Distance (MOID) and near-term encounter geometry place it within the category of close-approach monitoring priority objects, although no confirmed impact risk is currently established based on available solutions at this time. Astrophyzix will update you as new data comes in. 

Key Takeaways

• Apollo-class near-Earth asteroid with Earth-crossing orbit.
• Very close Earth approach on 2026-Apr-09 at ~0.00168 AU.
• Equivalent to approximately 0.65 lunar distances (~251,000 km).
• Estimated relative velocity: ~12.66 km/s.
• Small object (~20–30 meters estimated diameter range).
• Extremely low Earth MOID: 0.000525 AU.
• Orbit uncertainty remains high (condition code 7).
• No confirmed impact risk in current datasets at the time of this report. 

Scientific Consensus Snapshot

The orbital parameters for (2026 GD) are based on a limited observational dataset spanning approximately one day. As a result, uncertainties remain significant, reflected in its condition code of 7. (Explanation of Code 7 below) 

Additional observations are required to refine its trajectory and reduce positional uncertainty. Close-approach predictions at this stage should be treated as provisional.

Newly Discovered NEO 2026 FG6: Orbital Refinement Update Official Data

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NEO 2026 FG6 Update

Following its initial identification on March 25, 2026, asteroid 2026 FG6 has undergone rapid orbital refinement based on additional observations extending the data arc to 3 days. The updated solution (JPL Solution 3, dated March 28, 2026) incorporates 29 observations, resulting in reduced uncertainties across all orbital elements while maintaining a condition code of 7. This reflects a typical early-stage solution for newly discovered small Near-Earth Objects (NEOs), where continued tracking is required to achieve long-term orbital certainty .

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NEO 2026 FG6 Update

Following its initial identification on March 25, 2026, asteroid 2026 FG6 has undergone rapid orbital refinement based on additional observations extending the data arc to 3 days. The updated solution (JPL Solution 3, dated March 28, 2026) incorporates 29 observations, resulting in reduced uncertainties across all orbital elements while maintaining a condition code of 7. This reflects a typical early-stage solution for newly discovered small Near-Earth Objects (NEOs), where continued tracking is required to achieve long-term orbital certainty.

Updated Orbital Solution (JPL 3)

Element	Previous (JPL 2)	Updated (JPL 3)	Change
Eccentricity (e)	0.228165	0.228035	Refined (-0.00013)
Semi-major axis (a)	1.067528 au	1.067428 au	Refined
Inclination (i)	13.8936°	13.8866°	Minor adjustment
Orbital Period	402.872 days	402.816 days	Refined
Earth MOID	0.000450813 au	0.000451072 au	Stable

Potentially Hazardous Asteroid 837253 (2013 FW13) Close Approach 27 March 2026 - Astrophyzix Digital Observatory

Astrophyzix PHA NEO Close Approach Report and Profile: 837253 (2013 FW13)

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What is a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid? 

A Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (PHA)  is a near-Earth object with an absolute magnitude of 22.0 or brighter (typically larger than ~140 metres) and a minimum orbit intersection distance (MOID) of 0.05 AU or less. This classification does not indicate an impact threat, but identifies objects that require precise orbital monitoring.

Close Approach Event — 27 March 2026

Asteroid 837253 (2013 FW13) undergoes a monitored Earth flyby on 27 March 2026 at approximately 02:27 UTC. This event represents a routine, non-hazardous close approach within the broader Near-Earth Object tracking catalogue, with a miss distance that remains comfortably beyond the Earth–Moon system.

Parameter	Value
Close Approach Date	27 March 2026
Time (UTC)	02:27
Nominal Distance	0.17170 au
Distance (km)	~25,685,800 km
Distance (Lunar Distances)	~66.8 LD
Relative Velocity	~19.8 km/s (~71,100 km/h)

Dynamical Interpretation

At a nominal separation of 0.17170 astronomical units, this flyby occurs at approximately 66.8 times the average Earth–Moon distance, placing it far outside the regime typically considered a “close” encounter in planetary defence terms.

Despite its classification as a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid, this designation is based on long-term orbital geometry (MOID and size) rather than immediate encounter conditions. The March 2026 passage represents a distant orbital crossing alignment rather than a near-Earth interaction.

Context Within NEO Monitoring Framework

For comparison, objects typically flagged for heightened observational campaigns during close approaches pass within <10 lunar distances, and in some cases within 1–2 LD. In contrast, 2013 FW13 remains well beyond even the outer boundary of the Earth–Moon system during this event.

The significance of this flyby is therefore observational rather than hazardous. Events at this scale are routinely used to refine orbital solutions, validate dynamical models, and maintain continuity in long-arc tracking datasets.

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25 Asteroids Are Flying Past Earth This Week  Here's What NASA's Data Actually Tells Us

NEO Close Approach Report | March 24–27, 2026

By Astrophyzix Digital Observatory | Published March 24, 2026

Introduction 

Twenty-five near-Earth objects will make close approaches to our planet between March 24 and March 27, according to live data from NASA's Center for Near Earth Object Studies. The vast majority pose no threat whatsoever — but three carry a formal hazard classification, and one will pass closer to Earth than almost anything we've tracked in recent memory.

Here is what the numbers actually mean. 

The Closest One: A Six-Metre Pebble

The object arriving first and nearest is (2026 FM3), due to pass on March 25 at a distance of just 0.62 lunar distances — roughly 238,000 kilometres, barely farther than the Moon itself. 

• It is travelling at 5.44 km/s and is estimated to be around six metres across: roughly the size of a large van. It carries no hazard classification. At that size, even if it were somehow on an impact trajectory, it would almost certainly burn up in the atmosphere before reaching the ground.

Close behind it, (2026 FB4) passes on March 26 at 1.69 LD, followed by (2026 FX3) and (2026 FT2) on the 24th at 2.99 and 4.13 LD respectively. All are small, all are fast, and none are considered dangerous.

Asteroids Approaching Earth This Week: NEO PHA Close Approach Report 20-23 March 2026

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Near-Earth Object (NEO) Close Approach Report

Observation Window: 20–23 March 2026

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Executive Summary

During the monitoring period spanning 20–23 March 2026, a total of 25 Near-Earth Objects (NEOs) are recorded making close approaches to Earth within a range of 1.54 to 59.76 Lunar Distances (LD).

• Closest approach: 2026 FU at 1.54 LD
• Largest object: (2018 YU) at ~444 m diameter
• Highest velocity: 2022 SR2 at 24.33 km/s
• Potentially Hazardous Objects (PHAs): 2 identified
• Impact risk: None detected

All objects remain well within safe margins with no impact probabilities identified by current orbital solutions.

Asteroid (PHA/NEO) 879537 (2014 AF51) 19 March 2026 Close Approach and Profile by Astrophyzix Digital Observatory

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2026 Close Approach to Earth

Asteroid 879537 (2014 AF51) will make a notable close approach to Earth on 19 March 2026 at 21:10 TDB. This object is classified as an Amor-type Near-Earth Object (NEO) and a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (PHA), although its orbit remains safely exterior to Earth's path at perihelion, and no impact risk is associated with this encounter.

Parameter	Value	Units
Close Approach Date (TDB)	2026-03-19 21:10	UTC / TDB
Nominal Distance from Earth	0.11658	AU (~17.4 million km)
Relative Velocity	8.94	km/s
Minimum Orbit Intersection Distance (MOID)	0.0222536	AU
Classification	Amor, NEO, PHA	—

Although classified as potentially hazardous due to its size and orbital proximity thresholds, this March 2026 approach occurs at a distance more than 45 times the average Earth–Moon separation, placing it well outside any collision scenario. Its Amor-type orbit ensures that it does not currently cross Earth's orbital path, instead approaching from just beyond 1 AU at perihelion.

2026 Close Approach to Earth of Asteroid 884793 (2017 VR12) and Full Asteroid Profile

2026 Close Approach to Earth of Asteroid 884793 (2017 VR12)

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Close Approach 19 March 2026

Asteroid 884793 (2017 VR12) is scheduled for a significant close approach to Earth on 19 March 2026 at 17:39 TDB. This encounter is part of its routine orbit as an Apollo-class Near-Earth Object (NEO) and a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (PHA), though it poses no immediate impact risk.

Parameter	Value	Units
Close Approach Date (TDB)	2026-03-19 17:39	UTC / TDB
Nominal Distance from Earth	0.05352	AU (~8.0 million km)
Relative Velocity	6.44	km/s
Minimum Orbit Intersection Distance (MOID)	0.00684174	AU
Classification	Apollo, NEO, PHA	—

This approach, while closer than many main-belt asteroids, remains well outside any impact risk threshold. Observatories worldwide are tracking 2017 VR12 to refine its orbital elements and monitor future encounters. Radar and optical observations will help confirm its precise trajectory, rotation state, and physical characteristics in preparation for its 2026 flyby.

For real-time updates and precise ephemerides, refer to the JPL Small-Body Database entry for 884793 (2017 VR12).

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Reporting Window: 17–20 March 2026
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Key Takeaways

• Closest object: 2026 FA at 1.69 lunar distances (LD)
• No impact threats identified
• All objects are within safe orbital margins
• One classified Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (PHA): 2017 VR12, but at a safe distance
• Majority of objects are small (under 100 m)
• The 17–20 March 2026 observation window demonstrates a routine cluster of near-Earth object flybys. While several objects pass within a few lunar distances, none present any hazard.

Scientific Consensus Snapshot

Current observational data from NASA and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) confirm that all near-Earth objects listed in this report are following well-constrained orbital trajectories with no impact probability for this approach window.

• All orbital solutions are based on repeated telescope observations and astrometric refinement
• No objects meet criteria for impact monitoring risk lists (e.g. Sentry system)
• “Potentially Hazardous” classification is based on size and orbit—not imminent danger
• Objects under ~20 m would disintegrate in Earth’s atmosphere if entry occurred

This position reflects the consensus of planetary defense programs including NASA’s Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS).

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Near-Earth Asteroid 2017 XA1: Full Scientific, Data Packed Profile

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Asteroid 2017 XA1 — Full Scientific Profile

Asteroid 2017 XA1 is a small near-Earth body with a distinctly interior orbit relative to Earth's — meaning its path around the Sun remains mostly within Earth’s orbital distance. Although it is formally classified as a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (PHA), its orbit, as determined from three years of observations keeps it at safe distances during close approaches for the foreseeable future. 

Asteroid 2015 FQ117 an In-Depth Profile of Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (PHA) 2026 Data

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Introduction 

Asteroid 2015 FQ117 is a small Aten-class near-Earth object and Potentially Hazardous Asteroid. Although it poses no immediate threat, its orbit and characteristics are closely monitored by astronomers. This article explores its size, trajectory, predicted close approaches, and ongoing tracking efforts by international observatories.

Asteroid (1999 AO10): Its February 2026 Close Approach - Scientific Overview

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Introduction to Asteroid 1999 AO10

Asteroid 1999 AO10 is a near-Earth object that was first observed on 13 January 1999 by the LINEAR survey at Lincoln Laboratory’s Experimental Test Site in New Mexico, USA. It belongs to the Aten class of asteroids, a group defined by orbits that bring them inside Earth’s orbital radius around the Sun. 

Near Earth Asteroid (2020 BE15) A Safe Close Approach to Earth on 10 February 2026

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Introduction to Asteroid 2020 BE15

Asteroid 2020 BE15 is a small near-Earth asteroid that belongs to the population of solar system bodies whose orbits bring them into the vicinity of Earth. It is categorized as a near-Earth object (NEO), meaning that its orbital path crosses or approaches the orbit of our planet. 

Objects of this class are scientifically important because they provide insight into the formation and evolution of the early solar system and are also monitored for planetary defense purposes. Asteroid 2020 BE15 is considered a relatively small asteroid compared to many known objects, yet it is still large enough to be studied as part of ongoing research into near-Earth asteroid dynamics. It poses absolutely no risk to planet Earth.