AIGUILLES (05) 16.05.1978

Summary

On May 16, 1978, at 21:15, two people in Aigues observed a spherical object moving rapidly in a north-northwest direction. The object was very bright, which caught the attention of the witnesses. No other testimonies were recorded about this phenomenon, limiting the possibility of confirming additional details. Despite the clear description, no further reports or images were registered.

GEIPAN investigators concluded that it was likely a high-altitude aircraft illuminated by the sun. This type of phenomenon can explain sudden and bright sightings in the night sky, especially when viewed from unusual angles. Although an UFO explanation cannot be ruled out, the lack of other testimonies and data suggests a conventional cause.