UFO Over Bahia Blanca 1962

Summary

In May 1962, a luminous object was photographed over Bahia Blanca, Argentina, causing widespread concern. Witnesses reported seeing a bright object hovering in the sky for several minutes before vanishing suddenly. A local photographer managed to capture images of the phenomenon, showing an oval shape. The Córdoba Astronomical Observatory investigated the case, asking the public for reports to rule out natural causes like meteorites or space debris.

Local media published details of the event, including images taken by a journalist who, upon noticing the object, quickly drove to the Maldonado Canal to photograph it. The images captured as the object moved and then disappeared generated significant interest. Although no definitive explanation was reached, the case was included in official UFO sighting records. This incident is among the first documented in Argentina to attract attention from scientific authorities and the press.