UFO in Astoria, New York, 1961

Summary

In May 1961, a woman in Astoria, New York, observed two bright objects in the sky for 30 minutes. One was stationary, resembling a star, and appeared to have a human-like figure around its upper part. The second object, much smaller, suddenly shot out from the first and headed northeast. The witness, who mentioned having astigmatism, was the only person to see the phenomenon. Despite the long observation time, there were no additional witnesses, leading to the conclusion that the data was insufficient for a definitive evaluation.

The report includes detailed descriptions, sketches, and an official letter to air authorities. The witness described the object as a brown disc that disintegrated into a dark, smoky cloud. She also mentioned the presence of a commercial plane and a flock of pigeons, adding complexity to the case. Although the origin of the phenomenon was not clearly identified, the description suggests a unique and non-conventional visual experience.