Latest News About Near-Earth Flyby 2026 JH2

Updated 2026-06-18 03:15

Space rock 2026 JH2 passed Earth on May 18, 2026, at about roughly 0.24 lunar distances, with an Apollo-class orbit, and an estimated 15-35 m in size. Found only days prior to the flyby, and there was no identified risk. This event received broad coverage from space media, and NASA/JPL follow-up confirmed the safe approach and no threat. Prior reporting noted a brief warning window.

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