2026 BK2
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS ASTEROID
Track asteroid 2026 BK2 on ObjectTracer's real-time 3D globe.
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| Close Approach | 2026-Apr-22 12:36 UTC |
|---|---|
| Miss Distance | 3,843,499 km (9.994 Lunar Distances) |
| Velocity | 29,268 km/h (8.13 km/s) |
| Est. Diameter | 163.9–366.5 m |
| Hazardous | Potentially Hazardous |
| NASA ID | 54577095 |
What is 2026 BK2?
2026 BK2 is a near-Earth asteroid classified as Potentially Hazardous by NASA. It has an estimated diameter of 163.9–366.5 m. During its closest approach it will pass within 3,843,499 km of Earth — 9.994 times the distance from Earth to the Moon. ObjectTracer visualises this asteroid in real-time on an interactive 3D globe using NASA NeoWs data.
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What is a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid?
A Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (PHA) is a near-Earth object larger than ~140 m that can pass within 0.05 AU (about 19.5 lunar distances) of Earth's orbit. The label reflects size and orbit geometry — it does not mean an impact is expected. NASA's CNEOS continuously refines each PHA's trajectory.
Frequently asked questions
Will asteroid 2026 BK2 hit Earth?
No. 2026 BK2 passes Earth at a safe distance of about 3,843,499 km — 9.994 times the Earth–Moon distance. NASA lists it as a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid because of its size and orbit, but this approach poses no impact risk.
How big is asteroid 2026 BK2?
2026 BK2 has an estimated diameter of 163.9–366.5 m, based on its brightness as measured by NASA.
When is 2026 BK2's closest approach to Earth?
2026 BK2 makes its close approach on 2026-Apr-22 12:36 UTC, travelling at about 29,268 km/h relative to Earth.
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