AsteroidNear-Earth ObjectPotentially Hazardous
99248
Apollo
Also known as: 99248 (2001 KY66)
Overview
99248 is an asteroid classified in the Apollo orbit class. It is a Near-Earth Object (NEO). It has been identified as potentially hazardous. Its estimated diameter is 1.11 km. It was discovered on 2001-May-29 by NEAT.
Key Measurements
Type
Asteroid
Orbit Class
Apollo
Diameter
1.11
km
0.01 km1,000 km
Absolute Magnitude
16.5
H
DimBright
Near-Earth Object
Yes
Potentially Hazardous
Yes
Discovered
2001-May-29
Discoverer
NEAT
Diameter
1.11 km
Absolute Magnitude (H)
16.5
Orbit Class
Apollo
Body Type
asteroid
Near-Earth Object
Yes
Potentially Hazardous
Yes
Data Sources
Source ID: 20099248