Declassified UFO / UAP Document
UFO Sighting Report — Nicosia, Cyprus, 6 July 1965
Ever wanted to host your own late-night paranormal radio show?
Across the Airwaves
You're on the air. Callers bring Mothman, Fresno Nightcrawlers, UFO sightings, reptilian autopsies, and whispers about AATIP and Project Blue Book. Every reply shapes how the night goes.
AI-Generated Summary
A sighting of an object over Cyprus on July 6, 1965, was tracked by theodolite from three locations. The object was officially identified as a balloon.
On July 6, 1965, at 1554Z, a sighting of an unidentified aerial object was reported over Cyprus. The object was observed simultaneously from three distinct locations: Akrotiri, Nicosia, and Apiskopi. Witnesses utilized a theodolite to track the object, which was described as appearing circular from underneath and cone-shaped when viewed from the side. The object was estimated to be at an altitude of 159,000 feet, traveling in a westerly direction at a speed of approximately 45 knots. Its size was compared to that of a 3,000-ton ship. The report was transmitted via military channels, including a message from the 7272 Flying Training Wing at Wheelus Air Base in Libya, which confirmed the observations made by the Battle Flight. Following an analysis of the data, including wind conditions at 50,000 feet (recorded at 290/35), the official conclusion reached by the evaluating agency was that the object was a balloon, as its description and motion were in accordance with balloon analysis.
Object described as a circular from underneath and cone shap d from the side.
PDF not loading? Download the PDF directly
Official Assessment
BALLOON. Description and motion in accord with Balloon analysis.
The object was observed simultaneously from three locations on Cyprus (Akrotiri, Nicosia, and Apiskopi) using a theodolite. It was determined to be a balloon based on its physical description and movement.