Project 10073 Record Card and Intelligence Report — Janesville, Wisconsin, September 1960

This document comprises a Project 10073 record card and a subsequent intelligence report regarding a UFO sighting that occurred on September 27, 1960, in Janesville, Wisconsin. The primary witness, a local police officer, reported observing two starlike objects, described as being the size of a pinhead and emitting a white light. The objects were seen traveling due north before executing a gradual 90-degree turn to the east. The witness noted a flashing light in front of the first object and estimated the duration of the sighting to be between two and three minutes. The witness initially believed the objects were satellites, specifically comparing them to the Echo satellite, but became confused when the objects veered from their path. The report was prepared by Captain Killian T. Morkin of the Wisconsin Air National Guard and verified by Major Frederick H. Willcox of the 30th Air Division (SAGE). Upon investigation, it was determined that there was a strong likelihood the objects were two F89J fighter jets from the 125th Fighter Squadron, which were conducting operations in the area at the time. The report notes that the witness was an intelligent and articulate individual whose recollection of the event was considered reliable. The weather conditions at the time were reported as clear. Additionally, the document mentions a cursory report of a separate UFO sighting over Muskegon, Michigan, on the same evening, though no further details were provided.