Declassified UFO / UAP Document
Project 10073 Record Card — Rolesville, North Carolina, 12 February 1962
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AI-Generated Summary
A civilian reported a high-speed, delta-winged object near the moon in February 1962. The Air Force investigation concluded there was insufficient data to identify the object and no security threat was posed.
This document consists of a Project 10073 Record Card and associated correspondence regarding a UFO sighting in Rolesville, North Carolina, on February 12, 1962. A civilian witness reported observing an object while viewing the moon through binoculars at approximately 4:17 PM. The witness described the object as having delta wings, no visible markings, and moving at a high altitude in a northern direction at an 85-degree angle. The witness estimated the object's speed to be twice that of a conventional jet. The official evaluation, conducted by FTD, noted the possibility that the object was a jet, though the witness provided no duration for the sighting, and there was no mention of a tail or burning. The report also mentions the possibility of a meteor. The case was ultimately closed with the conclusion that there was insufficient data for a definitive evaluation and that the sighting posed no threat to U.S. security. The file includes a 'Misrouted Mail Transfer' form dated March 19, 1962, signed by J. Criekenberger, indicating the administrative handling of the report.
No threat to security of U.S. Case listed as insufficient data.
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Official Assessment
Case listed as insufficient data.
The observer reported seeing an object while looking at the moon through binoculars. The object appeared to have delta wings, no visible markings, and was moving at a high speed. The investigation noted the possibility of a jet, though the duration of the sighting was not reported. There was no mention of a tail or burning. The possibility of a meteor was also considered. The case was received for analysis at FTD in May, but no further information was obtained. It was determined there was no threat to the security of the U.S.
Key Persons
- J. CriekenbergerSignatory on Misrouted Mail Transfer