Declassified UFO / UAP Document
PROJECT 10073 RECORD CARD — Sighting of 1 May 1962
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AI-Generated Summary
A US Navy officer reported a 25-minute sighting of a multi-colored, unidentified object in the Pacific on May 1, 1962. The report was filed under Project 10073 and concluded that insufficient data existed for a valid analysis.
On May 1, 1962, at 020525Z, a sighting of an unidentified flying object was reported by LT Furgerson of the US Navy, serving as a staff watch officer with COMPHIBRON ONE. The observation occurred in the Pacific at coordinates 28-23N 137-30W. The object was observed for a duration of 25 minutes using 20-power glass. The witness described the object as having red, white, and blue colors and being larger than a first-magnitude star. The initial observation was recorded at 289 degrees azimuth and 10 degrees elevation, with the object eventually disappearing behind clouds at 250 degrees azimuth and 14 degrees elevation. The weather conditions at the time included a 2,000-foot ceiling, 10-mile visibility, and 6/10 cloud cover. The report notes that the object's duration of visibility was too long for a satellite and its characteristics were considered excessive for an aircraft. Furthermore, the report mentions that the object exhibited changes in direction and speed. Due to the lack of specific details regarding the flight characteristics, the evaluating officer concluded that there was insufficient data for a valid analysis.
In sight too long for satellite. Also excessive for a/c. No mention of manner of flight, change in directions speeds etc. Insufficient data for a valid analysis.
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Official Assessment
In sight too long for satellite. Also excessive for a/c. No mention of manner of flight, change in directions speeds etc. Insufficient data for a valid analysis.
The object was observed for 25 minutes, displayed colors of red, white, and blue, and was larger than a first magnitude star. The observer, LT Furgerson, is considered reliable. The report notes the object's behavior was inconsistent with a satellite or aircraft.
Witnesses
- FurgersonLT USNStaff Watch Officer