Declassified UFO / UAP Document
Project 10073 Record Card — Centerville, Ohio, 11 May 1961
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A civilian reported a golden, star-sized object hovering in Centerville, Ohio, on May 11, 1961. The investigation was closed due to insufficient data after the witness failed to provide additional information.
This document consists of a Project 10073 record card and an accompanying U.S. Air Force Technical Information Sheet regarding a UFO sighting that occurred on May 11, 1961, in Centerville, Ohio. A civilian witness reported observing a single, bright, golden-colored object, described as being the size of a star, positioned in the northern sky at an elevation of approximately 20 degrees. According to the report, the object hovered for a duration of five to ten minutes before moving slowly toward the east. As it traveled, the object reportedly increased its speed until it moved behind buildings and was no longer visible. The witness, who observed the event alongside her sister, expressed a desire to identify the object. The Air Force attempted to gather further details by sending a questionnaire to the witness; however, the form was returned blank, resulting in a final assessment of insufficient data for evaluation.
Bright light golden in color, size of star was seen in N at about 20° elev. In sight 5-10 min. Hovered, then moved E slowly and picked up speed as it moved.
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Official Assessment
Insufficient data for evaluation
The sighting was reported as a bright golden light, the size of a star, observed in the north at approximately 20 degrees elevation. The object hovered for 5-10 minutes before moving slowly to the east and increasing speed until it disappeared behind buildings. Follow-up attempts were unsuccessful as the form sent to the witness was returned blank.