NUFORC Sighting 13861

Occurred: 1999-11-11 20:20 Local
Reported: 2000-08-21 00:00 Pacific
Duration: 00:00:04
No of observers: 1

Location: Bensalem, PA, USA

Shape: Light
Characteristics: Lights on object

At about 10:20 PM I saw a bright cluster of orange and red lights moving rapidly across the sky from north to south.

On 11/11/1999 at approximately 20:20 hrs I was outside my house I looked up and saw an extremely bright object which I originally thought to be an aircraft flying straight across my line of sight from north to south ( I was facing approx ESE ). The object was approximately 40' above the horizon. The object was in my sight for only about 3 to 4 seconds but it was traveling at a high rate of speed ( faster than an F16 on a strafing run ) and then disappeared like a shooting star burning out. In structure the object appeared to be a tight cluster (3 or 4 )of extremely bright red and orange lights. The night was clear and cool and if I remember correctly little or no moon. Sighting took place in a suburban area. Observer Info: I am a computer professional working for a large Insurance company, additionally I am an NCO in the Army National Guard and yes have actually witness an F16 on a strafing run. If I am to be contacted please do so via email.

Posted 2000-08-25