Observing the Leonids

BrianR · 11-19-2002, 09:31 PM

I saw a few last night.

But, I saw something else that I'm not sure about.

What I saw was a satellite...probably a ComSat in low Earth Orbit, leaving a contrail low near the horizon. This was NOT a jet (too high/fast) or a UFO (no rednecks). What did I see? Is it possible for a satellite to leave a contrail? I wouldn't think so as contrails mean inside the atmosphere, don't they? Maggie? Any opinions here? You probably know more about sats than anyone here.

Brian

11-19-2002, 09:31 PM	#7
BrianR Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 3,338	I saw a few last night. But, I saw something else that I'm not sure about. What I saw was a satellite...probably a ComSat in low Earth Orbit, leaving a contrail low near the horizon. This was NOT a jet (too high/fast) or a UFO (no rednecks). What did I see? Is it possible for a satellite to leave a contrail? I wouldn't think so as contrails mean inside the atmosphere, don't they? Maggie? Any opinions here? You probably know more about sats than anyone here. Brian __________________ Never be afraid to tell the world who you are. -- Anonymous

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