This report has been linked to the following event: Event 387-2021
Observer
Name
Emily T
Experience Level
3/5
Remarks
It certainly seemed a lot closer to Earth's surface or a lot bigger than any "shooting star" I've ever observed. Not sure if the observation time is exactly accurate because I didn't start entering this information until a half hour or more after I saw it.
Location
Address
Wichita, KS
Latitude
37° 40' 18.96'' N (37.67°)
Longitude
97° 13' 47.26'' W (-97.23°)
Elevation
411.42m
Time and Duration
Local Date & Time
2021-01-17 23:55 CST
UT Date & Time
2021-01-18 05:55 UT
Duration
≈1.5s
Direction
Moving direction
From up left to down right
Descent Angle
107°
Moving
Facing azimuth
130°
First azimuth
130°
First elevation
70°
Last azimuth
130°
Last elevation
45°
Brightness and color
Stellar Magnitude
-23
Color
Yellow
Concurrent Sound
Observation
No
Remarks
-
Delayed Sound
Observation
No
Remarks
-
Persistent train
Observation
No
Duration
-
Length
-
Remarks
-
Terminal flash
Observation
Yes
Remarks
As it headed downward, it seemed to glow brighter before it flashed and disappeared.
