Red and green UFO seen in New York in 1960

Summary

In December 1960, a witness in New York observed an object with flashing red and green lights, brighter than the stars. The object moved eastward and appeared to shrink as it rose, eventually fading from view. Although initially considered a possible weather balloon, the report concluded it was likely an aircraft. The witness, a teenager, described the object as the size of a B-29, which added to the confusion. The intermittent lights and movement suggested a conventional explanation, but the lack of photos or additional witnesses left some mystery.

The description included blinking lights and a large size, leading to various hypotheses. The official report classified it as likely an aircraft, but the witness's detailed account didn't fully resolve the uncertainty. The testimony, though from a 13-year-old, was carefully recorded and sent to the Aerospace Technical Intelligence Center for analysis. Despite the official conclusion, the case remains intriguing due to its visual description and lack of conclusive evidence.