Luminous UFO seen in Colfax Iowa

Summary

A round object the size of a pea was observed in Colfax, Iowa, on October 15, 1956. The witness, a ground observer, described the object as emitting flashing red, green, and white lights while slowly moving westward. Although no photographs were taken, the detailed description and use of binoculars suggest a clear and attentive observation. The nature of the object remains a mystery, as it was not identified as a balloon, aircraft, or astronomical phenomenon.

The report classifies the sighting as "probable a/c" (aircraft), but no definitive conclusion was reached. The lack of additional data and the inability to verify with radar or images made evaluation difficult. As with many other UFO sightings, this case reflects the ambiguity surrounding unidentified objects, leaving open questions about their true nature.