Air Intelligence Information Report — Sighting near Harrisville, Michigan, 1 October 1953

This document is an Air Intelligence Information Report concerning a visual sighting of an unidentified aerial object near Harrisville, Michigan, on October 1, 1953. The report, originating from the 63rd Fighter Interceptor Squadron at Wurtsmith Air Force Base, details an incident occurring at 0830 EST. A civilian witness, whose name is redacted, reported observing a single, round, highly reflective silver object. The witness noted that the object appeared to be turning toward a heading of 225 degrees at an altitude of approximately 20 degrees above the horizon. The observation lasted for only 3 to 4 seconds before the object disappeared from sight. The witness explicitly stated that there was no noise, no exhaust trail, and no physical evidence associated with the object. Weather conditions at the time were reported as clear with visibility between 20 and 30 miles. The report notes that seven F-86 type aircraft, along with a tow ship, were airborne in the immediate area conducting gunnery exercises. Despite this activity, the local radar station reported no contact with the object. The witness also reported having experienced a similar sighting on September 28, 1953, from a location 1.5 miles distant from the current incident site. The official conclusion regarding the significance of the sighting is listed as 'Unknown.' The document includes enclosures such as a World Air Chart (264) showing the flight path and additional administrative forms. The report was declassified under DOD Directive 5200.10.