Bean-shaped UFO over Kansas 1953

Summary

In May 1953, a ground observer at Marshall AFB, Kansas, spotted a bean-shaped object moving at high speed. The report notes that the object was traveling at approximately 600 mph at low altitude, on a 57-degree heading. Although the sighting lasted about a minute, there were no photographs or physical evidence to support the account. The lack of precise data led to the conclusion that there was insufficient information for evaluation. Such reports were common during the Cold War, when any unknown aerial phenomenon generated concern. The report was sent to several air intelligence units, but was ultimately deemed insufficient for further investigation.