Ground UFO seen as light in New Mexico

Summary

A 1957 report describes a red and white flashing object seen for 1½ hours in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Witnesses described it as a round object the size of a silver dollar, with white lights surrounded by a white circle. Although initially considered a UFO, investigators concluded it was likely a nearby airport beacon. The detailed description and long observation time generated interest, but there were no photos or radar data to confirm the nature of the phenomenon.

The sighting was reported by a family waiting for a relative from Fort Hood. The report was verbally submitted by a sergeant and reviewed by Air Force officials. Despite the lack of clear evidence, the case was filed under "other ground light," suggesting it wasn't considered an unexplained phenomenon. The clear weather and favorable conditions supported the idea of a known light, though the object's description remains intriguing.