UFO sighted in Alaska in 1953

Summary

In February 1953, several observers in King Salmon, Alaska, reported a luminous phenomenon in the sky. A USAF officer and three civilian airport staff described an object emitting orange and white light, with irregular color and shape changes. The object remained stationary, though it made small horizontal movements. Despite detailed observations, there was no physical evidence or radar records. One witness concluded it was a planet, likely Jupiter, due to its position and behavior. Weather conditions, including temperature inversion and clear skies, complicated precise identification.

The official investigation considered the phenomenon could be explained by an optical illusion or astronomical observation. Extreme temperatures and lack of air traffic ruled out conventional explanations. Although initially thought to be an unidentified object, the final conclusion pointed to an astronomical identification. The report highlighted the consistency of testimonies and the absence of anomalous elements suggesting extraterrestrial presence.