UFO seen near Tacoma in 1951

Summary

In April 1951, a group of witnesses in Tacoma, Washington, observed an unidentified flying object with unusual movements. The sighting occurred at 7:40 PM local time and lasted between 2 and 3 minutes. The object was moving rapidly, first descending, then flying level, and finally ascending vertically. Despite several soldiers and a civilian instructor witnessing it, no photos were taken and no sounds were heard.

The classified report notes that the object emitted periodic bursts of light and left a cylindrical silver exhaust trail. Although the possibility of it being an aircraft was considered, witnesses could not identify its shape or size. The lack of noise and unusual speed raised doubts about its nature. The official conclusion was that it could possibly be an aircraft, but other explanations were not ruled out.