UFO sighting at Westover AFB in 1962

Summary

In May 1962, ground personnel and aircrews at Westover AFB, Massachusetts, reported a luminous phenomenon described as a round, egg-shaped object or simply a bright streak of light. The object made no sound and moved horizontally with a slight descent. Its duration varied between half a second and 30 seconds, and multiple witnesses agreed on its brilliant appearance. Despite varied descriptions, all accounts described the same phenomenon.

The official evaluation classified it as a meteor, though some observers felt the descriptions might be exaggerated. Witnesses included qualified and experienced personnel, adding credibility to the report. Despite the lack of images or additional data, the report concluded the phenomenon was not a UFO, but a common astronomical event. However, the nature of the sighting and the consistency among multiple observers generate some intrigue.