General Navigation USCG Question #1415 (Set 45)

Altair is found in what constellation?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — Aquila

Altair is the brightest star in the constellation Aquila, the Eagle. It is one of the primary navigational stars listed in the Nautical Almanac. Recognizing constellations and their primary stars is a fundamental requirement for celestial navigation and identifying bodies for star sights during twilight observations.

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