UFO in Arras classified as PAN A

Summary

A UFO case occurred in Arras, France, on March 17, 1978, when a witness observed a round, luminous object for 10 minutes. The object moved slowly toward the northeast without making any noise. Despite the detailed observation, the gendarmerie found no additional explanations. The case was classified as PAN A by the GEIPAN, as the observed phenomenon matched the appearance of the moon on the horizon. The witness did not mention the moon's presence, suggesting their interpretation was influenced by their emotional state and fatigue. Although the description is accurate, the classification reflects a misinterpretation of a common astronomical phenomenon.