Alexandria reported disc saucer observation — May 16, 1959

On or during May 16, 1959, at or near Alexandria, Virginia, United States, the source reports the following sequence: BRIEF SUMMARY OF SIGHTING Witness states that at about 1:30 AM, he observed in the distance, a lighted object which appeared to be a spherical object about the size of a basketball. It was observed for about 1/2 minute and then disappeared suddenly. According to the report, a witness observed a bright light in the sky on May 16, 1959. The witness reported the incident to the police and an Air Force officer. The report lists multiple interview questions and responses from the witness, covering details about the sighting such as the size, brightness, speed, and maneuverability of the observed object. 2.0 DESCRIPTION OF PHENOMENON OBSERVED: 2.1 Observ approx 1900L, night of 8 Apr 59, witness was in backyard of residence, sky clear, 3/4 moon (approx date 11 Apr 59). 2.2 Witness observed a large bright circular object, estimated approx 50-75 ft in dia, traveling from approx 310 deg az at approx 45 deg el, moving at approx speed of 600 mph, in a straight line, no deviation in course. 2.4 Obj disappeared from view in approx 5 sec in the direction of 140 deg az. 3.2 Satellite reflection was considered, but obj was too bright and moved in a straight line. 3.3 Meteor was considered, but obj was too bright, too slow, and left no trail. 4.0 CONCLUSIONS: 4.1 Phenomenon observed was not a conventional aircraft, satellite, meteor, or balloon. 4.2 Witness is certain he observed an unconventional aerial object.