Unidentified UFO detected by radar at Misawa AFB, Japan

Summary

In February 1953, radar operators at Misawa Air Base in Japan detected unidentified objects on their scopes. The objects appeared on both 2 and 10 mile azimuth ranges and were moving slowly at about 50 knots. Despite sending an F-94 jet to investigate, the object could not be visually identified. Pilots reported radar interference, and VHF communication issues were also noted. Birds or other animals were ruled out. The base did not have enough information to evaluate the incident and awaited further details.

The official report states that no evaluation was possible due to lack of additional data. Officers involved, including Captain Brown, confirmed the objects were solid and distinct, but no further information was obtained. The weather was clear (VFR), making it even harder to explain the phenomenon. The report was filed as "unevaluated," and no definitive conclusion was reached about the nature of the observed objects.