UFO seen in Waco and Connally AFB in 1961

Summary

In May 1961, two witnesses in Waco, Texas, and Connally Air Force Base observed a luminous object moving erratically. The object, described as round and the size of a pinhead, traveled east-south and displayed unusual behavior, stopping and resuming movement. Despite the duration of the observation, analysts concluded it could be a balloon or an aircraft, although an astronomical phenomenon was not ruled out.

The official report suggested the appearance and behavior of the object were consistent with a balloon, though it could not be identified with certainty. The speed and trajectory did not match conventional objects, generating some uncertainty. Despite data limitations, investigators concluded there was no conclusive evidence of an unidentified phenomenon, though the case remains of interest to UFO researchers.