Mauleon Licharre 1979, Red silent object

Summary

On the night of January 2, 1979, two witnesses in Mauleon Licharre (France) observed a red-lit object moving silently across the sky. The phenomenon lasted less than 10 seconds, and the object, described as resembling a kite or comet, quickly traveled from north to south at a low altitude above the area. Despite the brief sighting, the witnesses agreed on the object's description and the complete absence of noise.

The case was classified as "C" by the GEIPAN, indicating no conventional explanation was found. However, the lack of additional witnesses or supporting evidence limited further investigation. Short sightings like this one, though fleeting, contribute valuable data to the UFO database, especially when they involve unusual characteristics such as silent movement or unexpected trajectories.