UFO sphere with triangular lights in Wichita

Summary

A declassified document from 1960 describes a sighting in Wichita, Kansas, where a family observed a spherical object with three triangular lights. The object, the size of a golf ball, appeared from the north and disappeared near a satellite. Witnesses noted the object moved smoothly without acceleration and had a dull orange color. Although other explanations like balloons or aircraft were considered, no clear answer was found. The detailed description includes precise angles of elevation and directions, adding credibility to the account.

The object's appearance resembled a Japanese lantern, with yellow lights creating a luminous effect. Observers, including an aeronautical engineer, heard no sounds and saw no exhaust trail. The official report did not reach a definitive conclusion but highlighted the unusual nature of the sighting and the need for further investigation.