Spherical UFO sighted in Oklahoma in 1955

Summary

A spherical object with a diameter of 36 inches was observed at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma, in May 1955. The witness, a military personnel, described it as yellow and red with blue streaks behind, which extended twice the length of the object. It was traveling at an estimated speed of 100 to 150 mph from south to north, maintaining a nearly straight course with only a slight drop in elevation. The object suddenly disappeared, as if it had burned out. The observation lasted one to two seconds, and although no photos were taken, the report suggests it could have been a meteorite. Investigators concluded it was likely an astronomical phenomenon, which fits with the description of a luminous body moving quickly and vanishing suddenly.

The official report, classified under Project 10073, includes details about the exact location, time, and witness description. Although the report does not offer a definitive identification, the analysis suggests it was not a balloon, an aircraft, or an unknown object. Instead, it is considered to have been a natural phenomenon, such as a meteorite. This interpretation is based on the object's description and the absence of other elements suggesting a more conventional explanation. While the report does not fully resolve the uncertainty, it provides a basis to consider that the observed phenomenon was astronomical.