UFO splits into formation in 1965

Summary

A 1965 report describes a bright object that split into seven or eight units while flying in formation. The sighting occurred south of Alaska and was observed by the crew of a Northwest Airlines flight. The object, which changed colors and left contrails, was moving at high speed toward the southeast. Observers turned off their aircraft's lights to get a better view. Although there was no physical evidence, the report notes that the object showed no signs of decay, making it unusual.