Project 10073 Record — Beloit, Wisconsin, 1 March 1966

On March 1, 1966, a civilian observer reported a UFO sighting between Beloit and Orfordville, Wisconsin, lasting approximately 35 to 40 minutes. The witness, a woman whose name is partially redacted, described a round, saucer-shaped object that appeared to be the size of a 50-cent piece held at arm's length. The object was red, glowed with varying intensity, and featured tiny holes around its exterior. The witness reported that the object remained stationary initially, then performed maneuvers, climbing upward and to the north before diving back to its original position several times. The object was observed moving against the wind and eventually disappeared into clouds. The witness used binoculars during the observation and initially suspected the object was a balloon. The report was filed by 1st Lt. Frank L.N. Howe of the HQ Chicago ADS (SAGE) at Truax Field, Wisconsin. Howe noted that the witness appeared credible and attentive. Official analysis concluded there was insufficient data, noting that Jupiter was visible at the time of the sighting at 170 degrees azimuth and 45 degrees elevation.