A bright fireball was seen flying across the sky over Lincolnshire. Experts believe it was the remains of a rocket booster.
What Happened?
- Time: The fireball was seen at 03:45 GMT.
- Location: It appeared over Lincolnshire and parts of Yorkshire.
- Wider Sightings: People in the Netherlands also reported seeing it.
What Was It?
- Experts Believe: It was likely the remains of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket booster.
- Astronomer Paul Money suggested it came from a recent launch of Starlink satellites.
Why Was It Burning?
- Rocket Boosters:
- Help rockets reach space.
- Place satellites in orbit.
- Fall back to Earth and burn up in the atmosphere.
What Did Witnesses See?
- A bright, flaming ball with a long glowing trail.
- Many shared videos and photos on social media.
Expert’s View:
- Paul Money said the fireball was large and bright, suggesting it was the booster itself.
SpaceX Response:
- SpaceX has been asked for a comment.
- 14 Falcon 9 rockets have been launched this year, carrying Starlink satellites.
Why It Matters:
- More launches mean more rocket debris re-entries.
- These events remind us how space technology is part of daily life.
