UFO in Barcelona 1968 confirmed as balloon

Summary

In May 1968, several witnesses in Barcelona reported an unusual aerial phenomenon. Military authorities received multiple reports, including radar and visual sightings. Although initially speculated to be a UFO, later data indicated the object was actually a weather balloon. This case generated interest among ufologists due to rumors of extreme vertical movements and the involvement of fighter jets. However, authorities declassified the file without confirming any supernatural activity.

The official response from the Air Force was clear: the observed phenomenon was not a UFO, but a weather balloon. Despite this, the mystery persisted among enthusiasts, who sought more information. Eventually, the file was archived without new revelations, but with a technical explanation that closed the official discussion on the case.