UFO sighted by C-119 crew over Tunisia and Libya in 1953

Summary

A very bright object with a halo of light was observed by six crew members of a C-119 flying over Tunisia and Libya. The aircraft was at 7500 feet altitude and 170 knots speed when the object appeared near the right wing. It remained visible for 55 minutes, with some observers noting movement while others saw it as stationary. Four of the six crew members stated it was not a star. The official conclusion pointed to Venus, whose position matched the object's location. However, the description of the halo and lack of aerodynamic features raised doubts. The report included no photos or physical evidence but highlighted the witnesses' experience.