The United Airlines Flight 105 incident is a notable UFO sighting that occurred on the night of July 4, 1947, during a time known as the 1947 flying disc craze. This period was marked by a surge in UFO reports across the United States, sparked in part by the famous Kenneth Arnold sighting just days earlier.
Flight 105, piloted by Captain E. J. Smith and co-piloted by Ralph Stevens, was en route from Boise, Idaho, to Pendleton, Oregon. The flight was routine until, shortly after takeoff, the crew noticed several disc-shaped objects flying in formation at a high altitude. Captain Smith and his co-pilot observed the objects for a significant period, describing them as bright, disc-like, and capable of extraordinary maneuvers that defied conventional aviation capabilities.
The crew reported seeing five to nine objects moving at incredible speeds, estimated to be around 1,000 to 1,500 miles per hour. These objects maintained a precise formation and exhibited rapid changes in direction, altitude, and speed. The sighting was corroborated by passengers aboard the flight, adding credibility to the encounter.
Upon landing, Captain Smith and his crew reported the sighting to United Airlines officials, who then alerted the military and media. The incident received significant attention and was investigated by military authorities. Despite the extensive investigation, no definitive explanation for the sighting was provided, leaving it as an unexplained event in UFO history.
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