NASA confirms exact date Apophis 'God of Chaos' asteroid will fly by Earth
- Posted on April 24, 2026
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In brief
On April 13, 2029, the potentially hazardous asteroid Apophis will make its closest approach to Earth in recorded history, passing at a distance of approximately 20,000 miles. Named after the ancient Egyptian deity of chaos, this celestial event represents a significant astronomical milestone. Despite its ominous name and proximity, NASA has confirmed the asteroid poses no collision risk to our planet during this encounter or in the foreseeable future.
NASA confirms exact date Apophis 'God of Chaos' asteroid will fly by Earth
The Apophis asteroid, named after the ancient Egyptian God of evil and destruction, will safely pass within 20,000 miles of Earth on Friday, 13th April 2029 – closer than any asteroid of its size in recorded history
