UFO sighted in Excelsior Minnesota in 1967

Summary

A civilian observer in Excelsior, Minnesota, reported a luminous object in the sky on June 19, 1967. The object appeared as a white light turning reddish, with no distinctive features. It moved in a straight line with occasional directional changes and disappeared over the horizon. The observation lasted about 15 minutes. Although photographs were taken, the report suggests the object could have been a planet.

The official report classifies the observation as ground visual, with no mention of sound or trails. The preliminary analysis found no clear explanations but did not rule out natural phenomena. The observer cooperated by providing photographic data and completing forms to assist the investigation.