Declassified UFO / UAP Document
Project 10073 Record Card: Sighting Report 11 May 1962
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A sighting of two 4-engine jet aircraft with red star markings was reported by the SS Washington Bear in the Pacific on May 11, 1962. Military authorities evaluated the report and concluded the aircraft posed no threat.
On May 11, 1962, at approximately 0200 GMT, a sighting occurred in the Pacific at coordinates 42.5N 155.2E. The incident involved two 4-engine jet aircraft observed by the SS Washington Bear. The aircraft were described as having swept wings, swept tails, and red markings, specifically a red star on the tail. The aircraft flew low over the ship at an altitude of 100 feet before pulling up into a steep climb. The aircraft were traveling on a course of 62 degrees at a speed of 250 knots. The weather conditions were reported as moderate seas with a northeast wind. The incident was documented in Project 10073 records and reported through naval channels, including communications between COMWESTAREA, COMALSEAFRON, and other military commands. Following an evaluation of the report, the incident was officially classified as posing no threat.
Rpt of ac. Evaluated as no threat.
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Official Assessment
Evaluated as no threat.
The sighting involved two 4-engine jet aircraft with red markings and red stars on their tails, which passed over the ship at low altitude before climbing. The incident was evaluated by military authorities and determined to pose no threat.