Project 10073 Record Card — Norwich, New York, 27 July 1954

This document is an investigation report regarding a UFO sighting in Norwich, New York, on July 27, 1954. The investigation was conducted by Captain Richard T. Brown and 1st Lieutenant Sidney Kessler of the USAF, following Air Force Regulation 200-2. The primary witness, an engineering supervisor, reported observing a sphere-shaped object, approximately 25-30 feet in diameter, with a metallic appearance and a luminous ring. The object was observed for 4-5 minutes at an altitude of 50-60 feet, remaining motionless before emitting three blinding flashes and disappearing. The witness was alone at the time and reported being very frightened. The report notes that the witness, while lacking special observation skills, appeared to be a reasonable and mature individual. The investigation also covers a series of subsequent reports in the Binghamton area between July 27 and August 3, 1954, which the investigators concluded were mostly light sightings and not reliable. The report includes attachments such as interview transcripts, newspaper clippings, photographs, and maps. Ultimately, the investigators were unable to provide a satisfactory explanation for the primary sighting, though they noted the witness's reliability.