Circular UFO with tail in Cincinnati 1960

Summary

In November 1960, a witness in Cincinnati, Ohio, reported a circular object with a tail that suddenly appeared in the sky. The sighting occurred at dusk while the witness was driving at 40 mph. The object, described as white with a bright center and a tail ranging from yellow to orange, emerged from clouds and then re-entered them. Although compared to fireworks or a comet, it remained unidentified. The observation lasted 3 to 6 seconds, and the object moved rapidly, similar to a jet. The official report concluded there was insufficient data for a definitive evaluation.

This case was recorded under Project 10073, a U.S. Air Force initiative to investigate UFO sightings. The witness did not mention changes in the object's direction or speed, raising doubts about its nature. Astronomical refraction was considered, but could not be confirmed. The report noted the object lacked characteristics of balloons, aircraft, or known astronomical phenomena, making it an unresolved case.