Venus seen as a UFO at Mitchel AFB

Summary

In June 1959, an observer at Mitchel AFB, New York, reported a bright object that changed color over nearly two hours. The witness described it as white at first, then turning green and red. Although it seemed to move slowly toward the horizon, data from a theodolite showed it did not follow a star's motion. However, checking the position of Venus revealed it matched the observed location exactly. This led investigators to conclude the object was not a UFO, but the planet Venus seen under unusual atmospheric conditions. The observation was detailed and meticulous, including precise angle measurements and duration, reinforcing the report's credibility.