62 Aql

62 Aql

62 Aql is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Aquila. It carries the designation 62 Aql.

Located approximately 417.1 light-years from Earth, 62 Aql resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

62 Aql is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.67, 62 Aql sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.301.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class K — K-type (Orange)
Color Index (B−V) 1.301

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.67
Absolute Magnitude 0.14
Distance 417 ly
Constellation Aquila

Position

Right Ascension 20h 4.39m
Declination 0° 42.56′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 62 Aql?
62 Aql is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 62 Aql from Earth?
62 Aql is approximately 417.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 62 Aql with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.67, 62 Aql is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 62 Aql in?
62 Aql is located in the constellation Aquila.