Luminous UFO seen over the Pacific in 1961

Summary

In December 1961, an aerial observation captured a luminous cone-shaped object moving westward. Two witnesses saw it for a few seconds before it disintegrated. The report classifies the event as likely a bright meteor, although its characteristics didn't fully match a typical atmospheric reentry. The object was described as having a blue-white glow and an unusual trajectory.

The sighting was recorded by military personnel and considered reliable. Although other possibilities like balloons or aircraft were ruled out, the data wasn't conclusive. The report notes that the object behaved unusually, generating some uncertainty. Despite including coordinates and observation details, no definitive explanation was reached. The case remains an example of how unidentified aerial phenomena were documented during that era.