Reports Report 305a (Event 305-2022)

This report has been linked to the following event: Event 305-2022
Observer
NameCharles B
Experience Level3/5
Remarks-
Location
AddressIndianapolis, IN
Latitude39° 39' 45.68'' N (39.66°)
Longitude 86° 12' 32.75'' W (-86.21°)
Elevation203.86m
Time and Duration
Local Date & Time2022-01-11 19:00 EST
UT Date & Time2022-01-12 00:00 UT
Duration≈7.5s
Direction
Moving directionFrom up right to down left
Descent Angle260°
Moving
Facing azimuth170°
First azimuth180°
First elevation45°
Last azimuth150°
Last elevation40°
Brightness and color
Stellar Magnitude-9
ColorLight Yellow
Concurrent Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Delayed Sound
ObservationNo
Remarks-
Persistent train
ObservationYes
Duration3s
Length15°
RemarksGlowing white/yellow trail
Terminal flash
ObservationYes
RemarksLarge flash with a smaller piece separating and flying above it
Fragmentation
ObservationYes
RemarksA flash halfway through duration; small piece breaks off and flies above original piece