UFO sighted in Clearmont Iowa in 1965

Summary

In September 1965, a farmer in Clearmont, Iowa, reported observing an unidentified object that remained visible for 15 minutes. The observer, using binoculars, described a circular object changing colors between red and green, with no tail, sound, or discernible details. Although initially looking for satellites, the object caught his attention due to its unusual appearance. It was moving north at an estimated altitude of 15,000 feet, disappearing suddenly. Weather conditions were clear, with visibility of 12 miles and scattered clouds.

The Air Force recorded the sighting as part of its investigation into unidentified aerial phenomena. Despite the observer's detailed description, no identification or interception attempt was made, and no physical evidence was found. The report concludes that no known activity could explain the observation, leaving the case unresolved. This document, classified and later declassified, is part of a series of historical records on UFO sightings in the United States.