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Type Ia supernova SN 2026aaiv discovered in NGC 7331, still brightening

Supernova reaches magnitude 15.7; amateur observation remains possible

2 Sep 11 · 13d ago · 1 article · 1 post · 2 sources · development 2 of 2

SN 2026aaiv reached magnitude 15.7 on September 11 and continues brightening. While the supernova is relatively dim and requires large telescopes for visual observation, hundreds of astrophotographers have already captured images using both professional equipment and remote telescopes, with smart telescopes also enabling amateur access.

Supernova reaches magnitude 15.7; amateur observation remains possible
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“To have a chance of seeing SN 2026aaiv, a large telescope is recommended (observers have confirmed seeing it using a 14-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope).”

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ATLAS survey Discovery instrumentAndrew McCarthy AstrophotographerJohn Chumack AstrophotographerTom Masterson Mount Wilson Observatory managerSan Jose Astronomical Association Amateur astronomy group

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Reported in the same hours no headline names this development itself — these 2 claims were published in its stretch

  1. 3 outlets Newly Discovered Supernova SN 2026aaiv Brightens the Heart of Galaxy NGC 7331

    first by freeyork, 12d ago · also NewsBytes, Sky & Telescope

    4 more headlines
  2. 1 outlet A star is exploding 45 million light-years away — here's how you can see it

    first by Space.com, 12d ago

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