UFO Sighted in the Atlantic in 1963

Summary

In May 1963, an officer aboard the USS Gearing reported an unidentified flying object over the Atlantic. The object, observed for two minutes, left a red vapor trail believed to be a reflection of sunlight. Although initially considered a balloon or aircraft, the data suggested something more intriguing. The report concluded it could be a missile part, given the upward trajectory and location near a known missile range. No photos were taken, but the sighting was deemed sufficient for preliminary evaluation.