UFO seen in Spokane Washington in 1947

Summary

In June 1947, a witness in Spokane, Washington, observed a bright object while watching a passing plane. The object appeared about 2000 feet below the plane but slightly ahead of it. At first, the witness thought it might be leaflets being dropped, but soon realized the objects were not moving at the same speed as the aircraft. It was estimated that the objects were quite large, as they were clearly visible from a considerable distance. The official report suggested they could be balloons or rockets, though no definitive explanation was given. The witness's description and the objects' position in the sky created some confusion, as they didn't follow typical flight patterns.

The classified Project SIGN report analyzed this incident along with 171 similar cases. It concluded that the information provided was insufficient for a definitive interpretation. However, investigators considered the possibility that the objects were balloons launched during routine meteorological ascents. Despite the uncertainties, the witness's account was detailed and coherent, generating interest for further investigation. The document also highlighted the importance of interviewing witnesses to gather more details, as this could help rule out or confirm theories about the observed phenomenon.