Black rectangular UFO in Chicago 1963

Summary

A 12-year-old boy observed a black rectangular object with a bright light preceding it in the skies over Chicago in January 1963. The object was maneuverable, moving from northeast to southeast and then southwest, remaining at high altitude for 30 seconds. Visibility was 7 miles in light snow, and the witness, though young, was considered generally reliable.

The official evaluation classified it as an aircraft with a landing light, based on the description of its movements and the duration of the sighting. However, the unusual nature of the object and its maneuverability sparked some curiosity. Despite no photos or radar involvement, the report was archived with weather and wind data, adding context to the observation.