Project 10073 Record Card and Incoming Message — Dawson Creek, Canada, 3 June 1962

On June 3, 1962, at 0134Z, a civilian witness in Dawson Creek, Canada, observed an unidentified aerial object. The witness, described as a Chief with very good reliability, observed the object for four minutes using 10x50 binoculars. The object was described as round, silver in color, and approximately the size of a basketball when viewed at arm's length. It was estimated to be six miles high and exhibited no exhaust or tail. The object moved in a straight or slightly curved path, notably traveling contrary to the prevailing upper winds. The witness reported no sound associated with the object. Weather conditions at the time included light rain and broken clouds. The sighting was initially reported to the Edmonton GOBC. Military authorities, including the Department of the Air Force, processed the report under Project 10073. Official analysis noted that while the object resembled a weather balloon, its movement against the wind and the absence of radar returns prevented a definitive identification. No other reports of the object were received.