UFO sighted near Midway Island in 1960

Summary

In May 1960, near Midway Island, an aerial observer reported the presence of two unidentified objects. The first object appeared as a large green flare at around 20,000 feet altitude, visible for about 30 seconds. A minute later, another object was seen following the same course, with an estimated speed between 1,200 and 1,500 mph. The weather was clear and there was no air traffic in the area, making conventional explanations difficult. Despite subsequent investigations, no additional information was received to identify the objects with certainty.

The official report concluded there was no evident threat, but the limited data prevented a definitive evaluation. The possibility of meteors was considered, although the nature of the reports did not allow for ruling out other explanations. The case remains unresolved, added to the file of unexplained aerial phenomena that have intrigued researchers and UFO enthusiasts for decades.