R Aquilae
Overlaid DSS image of R Aquilae, 60' x 60' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around R Aquilae
R Aql, BD+08 3970, HD 177940, HR 7243, WDS J19064+0814, SAO 124266, GSC 01040-00241, HIP 93820
| Type | Star |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 6.09 | Right Ascension | 19h 6' 22.3" (2000) |
| Declination | 8° 13' 48" N |
| Constellation | Aquila |
| Classification | M6.5-9e |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Nov 18, 2022 Waikoloa, HI (map)
28cm f/10 SCT, NexStar 11" GyPSy @ 127x
Seeing: 6 Transparency: 6 Moon: 0%
Rich reddish orange, no companion noted, about 8th magnitude tonight
AAVSO data shows R Aql is currently at 8th magnitude and brightening after a minima near the beginning of September. The star is currently varying from 6.5 to 11th magnitude with about a 10 month period.
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R Aquilae