UFO seen in Houston in 1966

Summary

In April 1966, multiple witnesses in Houston, Texas, reported unidentified flying object (UFO) sightings classified as satellites, meteors, or balloons. One notable case involved Rice University students who launched a balloon rigged with flares and aluminum foil as a prank, causing a media frenzy. Other reports described bright objects with zigzag movements or sudden disappearances. While most cases were explained by natural or artificial phenomena, details like size, color, and trajectory remain intriguing for UFO researchers.