Bullet-shaped UFO sighted in 1956

Summary

In August 1956, a 60-year-old woman in South Salem, New York, observed a luminous object shaped like a bullet, trailing sparks and smoke. The object, resembling polished brass, moved silently and steadily across the sky at a speed similar to a commercial airliner. Despite disappearing from view, its bright trail remained visible. The witness, familiar with regular air traffic, could not identify the object as a balloon, aircraft, or astronomical phenomenon.

The woman provided detailed descriptions of the object and its movement, including its direction and complete silence. Her account was documented by Project 10073, which concluded it was likely an aircraft, though no definitive identification was made. The case includes sketches of the object and its trail, as well as a precise description of the environment and weather conditions. Despite thorough documentation, the mystery of the object remains unresolved.