Setting Moon mistaken for a UFO in Reims, 1981

Summary

In January 1981 a witness returning from work on a motorcycle in Reims saw a bright, round orange shape that shifted position and suddenly disappeared. The testimony was considered sincere, but there were no other witnesses or supporting evidence. Investigators concluded the object was most likely the setting Moon, with the misidentification attributed to fatigue, night-time riding and weather conditions. Classified A by GEIPAN.