Project 10073 Record — Akron, Ohio, 22 April 1966

On April 22, 1966, at approximately 23:025Z, five witnesses in the Akron, Ohio area observed an unidentified aerial phenomenon. The object was described as a bright red, spherical light that appeared to pulsate, expanding and contracting in size. The witnesses reported that the object remained in sight for approximately 10 minutes, during which time it appeared to stand still, then suddenly accelerate and move away. The observation occurred under poor weather conditions, characterized by heavy clouds, fog, mist, and light rain. One witness noted that the object's appearance and movement were reminiscent of a commercial airliner. The report was filed on April 23, 1966, by an individual who had been in contact with the UFO Research Committee. The official Air Force conclusion for the incident was 'Possible (AIRCRAFT),' with the investigator noting 'Poor data' as a primary constraint in the assessment. The report includes detailed questionnaire responses from a witness who observed the object from the Fairlawn area of Akron, noting that the object was approximately 5,000 feet away and that it eventually disappeared behind a cloud.