Luminous Phenomenon Near Tashkent

Summary

In 1947, witnesses in Uzbekistan regularly reported a luminous phenomenon appearing every 15 minutes between 9 and 11 PM local time. A dark red fireball was observed tracing a trajectory of approximately 60 to 60 km, reaching a peak between 5,000 and 12,000 meters high. The object produced no noise or smoke, and its color shifted from bright red to white. Although its size was estimated, the data should be taken with caution due to the lack of sound and the difficulty of measuring at a distance.

This report is part of a second interrogation and is from a declassified CIA document. Although the nature of the phenomenon could not be confirmed, the detailed testimony suggests it was not a conventional object. The report includes a sketch of the trajectory, adding credibility to the account. Despite its limitations, this case is intriguing due to its regularity and the precise description provided by the witness.