Multicolored UFO sighted in Fargo in 1955

Summary

In May 1955, an object displaying colors such as blue, orange, and green was seen in Fargo, North Dakota. Witnesses reported an erratic flight lasting between 7 and 15 minutes. Although initially unexplained, investigations concluded it was a heliplane with a red rotating beacon. This type of aircraft was capable of unusual maneuvers, explaining the unstable path observed. The official explanation stated that the pilot adjusted his route and turned off the rotating light due to engine interference.

The investigation involved multiple calls to filter centers, control towers, and witness testimonies. It was confirmed that a heliplane owned by a Minnesota resident had taken off from the area in question. Although witnesses initially lacked a clear explanation, data gathered by air authorities matched the flight description, including time and direction. The conclusion was that it was not a supernatural or unknown phenomenon, but a conventional aircraft with characteristics that caused visual confusion.