Stargazing Southern hemisphere flickering orange/green star

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A user observed a flickering orange, green, and white light in the southern hemisphere at 30 degrees above the horizon on November 20 at 8:27 AEST, questioning whether it was a star or satellite. The discussion suggests that the colors might resemble those of aircraft lights, prompting inquiries about the object's movement and visibility conditions. Recommendations for astronomy apps like Distant Suns are provided to help identify celestial objects. The conversation emphasizes the importance of location and atmospheric clarity in determining the nature of the observed light. Overall, the inquiry highlights the challenges in distinguishing between stars, satellites, and aircraft lights.
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Hey, I was in my backyard and I noticed a star that was flickering orange, green and white, at about 30 degrees above the horizon, at 8:27 AEST in the afternoon on 20/11. Is it a star or a satellite, and more specifically, which one?
 
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What is your nearest city? Also, which direction was it approximately.
 
BilbobagginsINSPACE said:
I noticed a star that was flickering orange, green and white, at about 30 degrees above the horizon,
Could it have been red, green and white? Those are the typical colors of aircraft lights. How long did you watch it? Did it move at all during the time you were watching? How clear was the air between you and this object (much pollution?)? Can you estimate how far away it was?

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