PROJECT 10073 RECORD CARD - Sighting near Nashua, Montana, 13 Sep 60

This document is a Project 10073 record card and accompanying intelligence report regarding an aerial sighting that occurred on September 13, 1960, southwest of Nashua, Montana. The object was observed by at least six aircrews and other observers, including a civilian pilot from the town of Vidaux. The object was described as breaking into four to six pieces, exhibiting a bluish-white color that tapered to red and orange, and appearing roughly the size of a nickel with a four-inch trail. The duration of the sighting was approximately 10 to 15 seconds, and the object was observed descending in a straight line before burning out. The official conclusion provided on the record card suggests the object was likely a very slow meteor or, more probably, the reentry of the 1960 Epsilon vehicle, which was known to have reentered the atmosphere during September and October 1960. Despite this official assessment, the investigating officer, 1st Lieutenant Myron W. Burr of the 15th Fighter Interceptor Squadron, expressed a personal conviction that the sighting was 'something more than a meteor.' This belief was based on the widespread nature of the observations and the perceived reliability of the witnesses involved. The report includes technical details such as the coordinates of the sighting (48°N - 106° 21'W) and confirms that no radar contact was made. The document also notes that a full list of observers was being maintained by the investigating officer for potential follow-up investigation.