UFO seen in Burlington in 1956

Summary

In February 1956, a witness in Burlington, North Carolina, observed an object with red, green, and amber lights flashing up and down. Initially, the object appeared stationary, but then moved three miles north. The observation lasted four minutes and no photographs were taken. The report suggests it could be an aircraft, although two nearby civilian airports are also mentioned as possible sources of confusion.

The report classifies the event as likely aerial, dismissing other explanations like balloons or astronomical phenomena. Despite the brief observation, the testimony includes details such as the direction of movement and the description of the lights, helping researchers consider possible identifications. The document is part of a series of records from the era reflecting government interest in unidentified sightings.