Brilliant UFO observed in Cedar Rapids Iowa

Summary

A witness in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, reported a bright object with no defined shape on August 9, 1965. The object, described as an incandescent white point, moved straight southwest for 4 to 6 seconds. No sound, trails, or exhaust were observed, raising questions about its nature. The sighting occurred at an elevation of 1-2 degrees, under clear weather conditions with good visibility.

The official assessment concluded the phenomenon could be a meteor, though no physical evidence was found. The report was shared with multiple Air Force units, but no interception or identification occurred. The testimony, while unique, did not allow for a definitive classification of the event.