AE Aurigae is a binary star system located approximately 1,000 light-years away in the constellation Auriga. It consists of a hot, massive primary star and a companion star that is less luminous. The primary star is classified as a B-type star, known for its high temperature and brightness. The system is notable for its variability, as it exhibits changes in brightness due to the interaction between the two stars. AE Aurigae is also associated with the Orion Nebula, as it is believed to have originated from the same stellar nursery, contributing to our understanding of stellar evolution.