White UFO observed in Albuquerque in 1958

Summary

An observer in Albuquerque, New Mexico, reported a white circular object the size of a pea on February 2, 1958. The object was seen for 7 seconds, moving from southeast to northwest before disappearing behind the terrain. The sighting occurred at dawn, with a clear and defined trajectory that raised some questions about its nature. Although a meteor was initially considered, the data was inconclusive. A balloon was also launched in the area around the same time, suggesting a possible conventional explanation. However, the report did not completely rule out the possibility of an unidentified object.

The official Project 10073 report indicated there were no photographs or radar data involved, and the only observation was visual from the ground. The observer, a military personnel, described the object with a sharp outline, unusual for a meteor. Despite the balloon launch coincidence, the data was insufficient to close the case. The final report concluded ambiguously, highlighting the need for more information to determine whether it was a natural phenomenon or something more unusual.