UFO seen in New Mexico in 1950

Summary

In January 1950, an Air Force officer in New Mexico observed an unknown aerial phenomenon. The object, described as a bright point similar to Venus, moved erratically from east to west, changing color between white, green, and red. The witness observed it for 45 minutes, unable to determine its size or distance. Despite attempts using a theodolite and radar, no additional information was obtained. The report concluded that no known devices in the area could explain the sighting.