Close Approach Data
| Date | Miss Distance | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| September 24, 1916 | 0.1551 AU (23.2 million km) | 31.4 km/s |
| March 15, 1921 | 0.0602 AU (9.0 million km) | 29.6 km/s |
| March 19, 1947 | 0.0298 AU (4.5 million km) | 27.7 km/s |
| September 12, 1961 | 0.1504 AU (22.5 million km) | 25.1 km/s |
| September 21, 1987 | 0.0693 AU (10.4 million km) | 29.4 km/s |
| March 11, 1992 | 0.1333 AU (19.9 million km) | 31.3 km/s |
| March 21, 2018 | 0.0896 AU (13.4 million km) | 26.5 km/s |
| September 14, 2032 | 0.0864 AU (12.9 million km) | 26.4 km/s |
| September 23, 2058 | 0.1199 AU (17.9 million km) | 30.7 km/s |
| March 14, 2063 | 0.0825 AU (12.3 million km) | 30.2 km/s |
| March 20, 2089 | 0.0723 AU (10.8 million km) | 26.8 km/s |
| September 14, 2103 | 0.1338 AU (20.0 million km) | 25.4 km/s |
| September 20, 2129 | 0.0485 AU (7.3 million km) | 29.0 km/s |
| March 11, 2134 | 0.1522 AU (22.8 million km) | 31.8 km/s |
| March 21, 2160 | 0.0722 AU (10.8 million km) | 26.8 km/s |
| September 15, 2174 | 0.0920 AU (13.8 million km) | 26.3 km/s |
| September 25, 2200 | 0.1431 AU (21.4 million km) | 31.2 km/s |
Potentially Hazardous Asteroid
1981 Midas (1973 EA) is classified as a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid (PHA) because it is estimated to be larger than 140 meters and its orbit comes within 0.05 AU of Earth. NASA continuously monitors this object for any future impact risk. Current data does not indicate a confirmed impact event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 1981 Midas (1973 EA) dangerous?โพ
1981 Midas (1973 EA) is classified as a potentially hazardous asteroid (PHA) by NASA. This means it is large enough and its orbit brings it close enough to Earth to warrant close monitoring. However, a PHA classification does not mean an impact is imminent.
How close will 1981 Midas (1973 EA) come to Earth?โพ
The closest recorded Earth approach of 1981 Midas (1973 EA) is 0.1551 AU (23.2 million km) on September 24, 1916, at a speed of approximately 31.4 km/s.
How big is 1981 Midas (1973 EA)?โพ
1981 Midas (1973 EA) has an estimated diameter of 3.78 km (2336โ5224 meters range). Its absolute magnitude (H) is 15.28, which NASA uses along with assumed albedo to estimate size.