Silent fireball in the sky over Beaune

Summary

On October 3, 2014, at 5:28 AM, a witness in Beaune observed a silent yellow-orange fireball moving across the sky. The phenomenon was described as smooth and constant, with no sound, which intrigued the observer. After reviewing the data, GEIPAN investigators concluded that the object was likely a Thai lantern carried by the wind. Features such as the color, steady movement, and lack of noise matched this explanation. Although mysterious, the case was classified as "B," indicating a plausible explanation.