Scientists Planning Now for Asteroid Flyby a Decade Away


Animation shows the distance between the Apophis asteroid and Earth


On April 13, 2029, asteroid Apophis will cruise harmlessly by Earth at distance of about 19,000 miles (31,000 kilometers). Scientists are already planning observations and science opportunities for the event.




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Source: NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory