Does anyone recognize what I’m seeing here?
Time: 9:02 PM EST
Location: Lakeside, VA, Henrico County
I just received this video from a friend and I’m curious if anyone can identify the type of aircraft that might be leaving this trail. He’s about 30 minutes from the base in VA Beach and has never seen anything like it before. Any insights?
It looks like your friend might be observing a contrail, which is a vapor trail produced by an aircraft flying at high altitudes. The characteristics of the trail can vary based on the aircraft type, altitude, and weather conditions. Since he’s near military bases like the one in Virginia Beach, it’s possible that it could be a military aircraft, which might leave more pronounced trails.
Another possibility could be a space launch, as they sometimes create distinctive trails in the sky. If the trail is particularly long-lasting or if there is an unusual shape or color, it could be worth checking recent news about local launches or military exercises.
To narrow it down, you might want to look up flight tracking apps to see if there were any aircraft in the area around that time, or check local news reports for any military activities. If you could share the video as well, that might help others provide more accurate information!