Project 10073 Record Card — Laredo AFB, Texas, 8 November 1957

This document consists of a Project 10073 record card and associated military communications regarding an unidentified aerial phenomenon sighting near Laredo AFB, Texas, on November 8, 1957. The incident involved the observation of seven or more objects, which were tracked via GCA surveillance radar (AN-MPN11B) on both 20 and 40-mile scopes. The objects were described as having an irregular flight path and an estimated speed of approximately 3600 mph. The size of the objects was reported to vary, ranging from the size of a C-47 aircraft to as small as a T-33 trainer. The observation lasted for 41 minutes. The report includes testimony from three individuals, including two members of the AACS Squadron and one civilian technical representative. Weather conditions at the time of the sighting included rain showers and overcast skies. The official commentary on the record card expresses skepticism regarding the radar data, noting that it is difficult to understand how targets moving at 3600 mph could remain on a 40-mile scope for such an extended duration. Consequently, the investigators suggested that the radar blips may have been caused by weather or anomalous propagation. The document is part of the official military record-keeping process for UAP sightings during this period.