Revisiting The Kinross Incident: Air Force Pilot Vanishes Chasing UFO Over Lake Superior!
The disappearance of Air Force pilot Felix Moncla while pursuing a UFO over Lake Superior is one of the Midwest’s most baffling mysteries. 🚀 #News #Minnesota #UFO
The Mysterious Disappearance of Felix Moncla
DULUTH, MN – On November 23, 1953, First Lieutenant Felix Moncla and Second Lieutenant Robert Wilson vanished while pursuing an unidentified flying object over Lake Superior. This event, known as the Kinross Incident, remains one of the most intriguing UFO mysteries in Midwestern history.
The U.S. Air Force claimed Moncla crashed into the lake while tracking a misidentified Canadian aircraft, but the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) disputed this explanation, insisting none of their planes were in the area.
Who Was Felix Moncla?
Felix Eugene Moncla Jr., born on October 21, 1926, in Mansura, Louisiana, was a dedicated serviceman with a rich history. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and later joined the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War.
Moncla, affectionately known as “Gene,” was stationed at Kinross Air Force Base in Michigan when he disappeared. His family, including his wife Bobbie Jean and their two children, were living in Madison, Wisconsin, at the time.
The Night of the Incident
On that fateful evening, radar operators at Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, detected an unusual radar return over Lake Superior. Moncla and Wilson were scrambled in an F-89 Scorpion jet to investigate. As they approached the target, the radar blips of their jet and the unidentified object merged.
Ground Control expected to see the two blips separate again, but only one continued on its path. Radio contact with Moncla was lost, and a search and rescue mission yielded no trace of the plane or its crew.
The Official Explanation
The U.S. Air Force concluded that Moncla had crashed while intercepting a Royal Canadian Air Force C-47 aircraft that was off course. The pilot of the Canadian plane was reportedly unaware of the interception.
The official report suggested Moncla may have suffered from vertigo, causing the crash. However, this explanation has been met with skepticism, especially since the RCAF denied having any aircraft in the vicinity at the time.
Unanswered Questions and Speculations
Several aspects of the Kinross Incident continue to fuel speculation. In 1968, aircraft parts were reportedly found near the eastern shore of Lake Superior, which some believed could be from Moncla’s F-89. However, the identity of these parts was never confirmed, leaving the mystery unresolved.
In 2006, a group called the “Great Lakes Dive Company” claimed to have discovered Moncla’s jet at the bottom of Lake Superior, reigniting interest in the case. This story was later debunked as a hoax, but it highlighted the enduring fascination with this enigmatic event.
Legacy and Memorial
Despite the passage of time, the disappearance of Felix Moncla remains a poignant reminder of the mysteries that continue to captivate the human imagination.
A memorial for Moncla stands in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Moreauville, Louisiana, honoring his service and the unanswered questions surrounding his fate.
A Classic Tale of Midwest UFO Lore
The Kinross Incident is a classic story in Midwestern UFO lore, embodying the intrigue and mystery that surrounds many UFO encounters. For residents of the Midwest, this story is not just about a lost pilot but a glimpse into the unknown, sparking curiosity and debate to this day.
As we reexamine this tale, we are reminded of the enduring allure of the unexplained and the quest for answers that continues to drive us.
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