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Altair
A7IV-V53Alp Aql · Aquila
Altair is a A7IV-V-type star located in the constellation of Aquila. Sitting at a distance of approximately 16.73 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 0.76, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 97649.
Common NameAltair
Bayer Designation53Alp Aql
HIP Catalog IDHIP 97649
ConstellationAquila
Right Ascension19h 50m 47.0s
Declination+8° 52' 6"
Distance16.73 ly
Apparent Magnitude+0.76
Absolute Magnitude+2.21
Color Index (B-V)0.22
Spectral ClassA7IV-V
Variable StarNo