Project 10073 Record Card — Sighting near Dayton, Ohio, 5 January 1961

This document details a Project 10073 record card and associated U.S. Air Force technical information sheet regarding a sighting that occurred on January 5, 1961, east of Dayton, Ohio. The witness, a civilian, reported observing a green, meteor-like object while driving near Trebien-Xenia, Ohio. The observation lasted approximately one second, during which the object moved from the southeast to the northwest. The witness described the object as being the size of a quarter at arm's length and noted that it appeared to 'go out.' The report indicates that the witness was driving at the time and that the sky conditions were clear and dry. The investigation notes that the WHIO radio station's 'Air Scout' was airborne at the time of the sighting and was heard commenting on a very bright meteor, which the witness likely also observed. The official conclusion reached by the Air Technical Intelligence Center (ATIC) is that the object was a 'fireball' meteor. The report emphasizes that such exceptional meteors are often mistaken for unidentified aerial phenomena due to their unique colors, duration, and characteristics. The documentation includes the original record card, a UFO analysis sheet, and the completed questionnaire provided by the witness.