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Comet C/2026 A1 MAPS Approaches Sun, Survival Uncertain

4/3/2026

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Comet C/2026 A1 MAPS approaches perihelion on 2026 April 4 with survival chances under 50%.
If it survives, it could be naked-eye visible from 2026 April 7 for about two weeks.
The comet belongs to the Kreutz family, known for close solar approaches and potential disintegration.
C/2025 R3 PanSTARRS will be visible from 2026 April 30 and is likely to survive.

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Story summary

Comet C/2026 A1 MAPS approaches perihelion on 2026 April 4 with survival chances under 50%.
If it survives, it could be naked-eye visible from 2026 April 7 for about two weeks.
The comet belongs to the Kreutz family, known for close solar approaches and potential disintegration.
C/2025 R3 PanSTARRS will be visible from 2026 April 30 and is likely to survive.