A recent sighting of an unidentified flying object above Edinburgh has sparked excitement and speculation, particularly among a group of local teenagers. Sixteen-year-old Kyle Jackson, along with his friends, observed a mysterious object in the sky around 11:10 PM on June 6. The teenagers were walking near Newbattle High School in Easthouses, Midlothian, when they looked up to see a round, black object moving rapidly and silently against the backdrop of the clouds.

Kyle recounted their experience, stating, “At first sight, a red/orange light was beaming from underneath the aircraft.” This vivid description aligns with other recent reports from across Scotland, where a notable increase in UFO sightings—totaling 52 in 2022, up from 43 in 2021—has been documented. The teenagers were left puzzled, with Kyle expressing disbelief: “It was completely silent so it couldn’t have been a plane, jet or helicopter. It also wasn’t a drone as it was too big and was too fast. The whole situation felt surreal, like something out of a movie.”

The object’s rapid movement and silent nature are reminiscent of another sighting recorded in 2019, where an amateur astronomer observed a greyish-green globe moving erratically over Edinburgh for several hours. This account adds to a growing anthology of mysterious aerial phenomena reported in the region.

In the past, other residents have reported similar strange sightings. For instance, in January 2025, NLP practitioner Lewis Thornhill captured images of a long, silver object moving towards Fife, prompting further intrigue when a helicopter was seen in the vicinity, possibly investigating the sighting. Additionally, a woman from Dunfermline recently observed an orange orb-like object above Arthur's Seat, which was dismissed by some as merely a fire. Such experiences highlight a mix of intrigue and scepticism surrounding these phenomena.

Despite extensive personal research, Kyle and his friends could not find any explanations for what they witnessed, landing on the notion of possible extraterrestrial activity. This belief echoes a broader pattern of thought regarding unidentified aerial phenomena, as many are drawn to consider notions of the unexplained when confronted with sightings that defy conventional explanations.

As curiosity about such sightings continues, the Edinburgh area remains a focal point for enthusiasts and sceptics alike. The interplay between tangible reported phenomena and the ethereal excitement of possible alien visitation adds to the enchantment surrounding these incidents. As Kyle put it, “I am not the type of person that believes in conspiracies but that was something different.”

The object has not been identified, but the excitement it generated underscores the ongoing fascination with UFOs not just as objects of fear or awe, but as symbols of human curiosity and the unexplained mysteries of the universe.

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Source: Noah Wire Services