How to find Dumbbell Nebula (M27) from Altair
Identify the first reference star, then follow the numbered hops.
Follow the route from one recognizable star to the next until you reach Dumbbell Nebula (M27).
Dumbbell Nebula (M27) is 51° above the horizon toward the northwest.
HYG 97675.0
From Altair, move about 1.5° toward the north until you reach HYG 97675.0.
HYG 98085.0
From HYG 97675.0, move about 6.3° toward the north until you reach HYG 98085.0.
HYG 98169.0
From HYG 98085.0, move about 4.4° toward the north until you reach HYG 98169.0.
Dumbbell Nebula (M27)
From HYG 98169.0, move about 1.8° toward the north until you reach Dumbbell Nebula (M27). This is the target field.
