Declassified UFO / UAP Document
Project 10073 Record Card — Sighting Incident 14 May 1961
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AI-Generated Summary
A report of an unidentified object observed by the SS Pennmar in the Atlantic on May 14, 1961. The object displayed controlled flight but could not be identified due to insufficient data.
This document consists of a Project 10073 record card and supporting teletype communications regarding an unidentified aerial object sighting reported on May 14, 1961. The sighting occurred at approximately 0200 local time (140800Z) at coordinates 14°10'N, 95°10'W in the Atlantic Ocean. The report originated from the SS Pennmar. The witness observed a single object exhibiting controlled flight at a high altitude. The object was described as being as bright as a first-magnitude star, with no visible rocket or meteor trail. Its observed altitude was approximately 40 degrees. The object's flight path involved heading north, stopping twice, making an easy turn, and then heading south before disappearing over the southern horizon after a total observation period of five minutes. Weather conditions were reported as calm seas with clear skies and unlimited visibility. The official conclusion recorded on the card states that while it is possible the object was an aircraft flying at high altitude, the report contains insufficient information to reach a definitive conclusion.
It is possible that objt was an a/c flying at a high altitude. However, this report contains very little info on which to base a valid conclusion.
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Official Assessment
It is possible that objt was an a/c flying at a high altitude. However, this report contains very little info on which to base a valid conclusion.
The object exhibited controlled flight but was too high to determine size, shape, or propulsion. It lacked a rocket or meteor trail and was as bright as a first-magnitude star.