UFO Sighting Report — Albuquerque, New Mexico, 5 March 1965

On 5 March 1965, at 1630Z, a civilian witness named Eli Sanchez reported a UFO sighting in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The witness observed two objects, described as being shaped like a bird or eagle with four large points and colored dark grey or almost black. The objects were estimated to be the size of a small car and were seen in close trail formation. The observation occurred while the witness was looking through an automobile windshield; the objects were low on the horizon and appeared to be in a landing approach before disappearing over a hill. The duration of the sighting was reported as less than one minute. The Air Force investigated the incident, referencing message SWSS-2 15010 MAR 65. The official conclusion reached by the Air Force, specifically the Foreign Technology Division (FTD) and AFSWC, was that the objects were most likely National Guard F-100 aircraft on a low-level mission in the area. The report notes that there was no physical evidence and that the witness's ability to identify aircraft was estimated as minimal. Weather conditions at the time were clear with 60 miles of visibility and a temperature of 31 degrees Fahrenheit.