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Bolide observed by pilots and cameras in Nancy

Bolide observed by pilots and cameras in Nancy
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Summary

On October 13, 2013, four pilots reported a bright atmospheric phenomenon in eastern France. This event was also observed from the ground and captured by a camera from the BOAM network near Nancy. The pilots, while in flight, noticed a bright object crossing the sky. The phenomenon, known as a bolide, was classified by the GEIPAN as a category "A" case, indicating it was a meteoroid entering the atmosphere. Additionally, local media published articles about this event, confirming its widespread visibility. The coordination between aerial testimonies and ground records helped confirm the nature of the phenomenon.