Reports Report 9038cb (Event 9038-2021)

This report has been linked to the following event: Event 9038-2021
Observer
NameDarren S
Experience Level4/5
RemarksI was driving heading north on the m52 so couldn't give it my full attention. It entered my view under the rear view mirror and disappeared before leaving the windscreen.
Location
AddressCatshill, England (GB)
Latitude52° 38' 42.86'' N (52.65°)
Longitude 1° 35' 46.07'' W (-1.6°)
Elevation71.23m
Time and Duration
Local Date & Time2021-12-14 18:00 ?
UT Date & Time2021-12-14 18:00 UT
Duration≈7.5s
Direction
Moving directionFrom up right to down left
Descent Angle250°
Moving
Facing azimuth10°
First azimuth25°
First elevation40°
Last azimuth340°
Last elevation15°
Brightness and color
Stellar Magnitude-8
ColorLight Blue
Concurrent Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Delayed Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Persistent train
ObservationYes
Duration3s
Length15°
RemarksGlowing trail, with a bright 'head leading it. Stayed mostly the same with some smaller sparks falling off.
Terminal flash
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Fragmentation
ObservationYes
RemarksSome smaller sparks falling off about 5 not many.