Aquilae (α Scuti) is the brightest star in the constellation Scutum. It is about 199 light-years (ly) away and has an apparent magnitude of 3.83 mag.
| Aquilae | |
|---|---|
| Constellation | Scutum |
| Right ascension | 18h 35m 12.43s |
| Declination | −8° 14′ 38.65″ |
| Apparent magnitude | 3.83 mag |
| Distance | (199 ± 3) ly |
| Bayer designation | α Scuti |
| Bright Star Catalogue | HR 6973 |
| Hipparcos Catalogue | HIP 91117 |
| SAO Catalogue | SAO 142408 |
