Declassified UFO / UAP Document
Project 10073 Record — Gahanna, Ohio, 6 June 1966
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A civilian report of a star-like object in Gahanna, Ohio, on June 6, 1966, was investigated by the U.S. Air Force. The object was officially identified as the star Altair, with potential confusion caused by local civil aircraft traffic.
This document is a Project 10073 record concerning a civilian sighting of an unidentified aerial phenomenon in Gahanna, Ohio, on June 6, 1966. The observer reported seeing a single, round, extremely white, star-like object for a duration of 20 minutes. The object was observed in the east and did not disappear during the observation period. The observer noted that the object made no sound and described its movement as 'extremely fast,' though they also indicated they did not know if the object stood still or changed shape. The official conclusion provided by Captain James D. Ballsmith of the U.S. Air Force identifies the object as the star Altair, which was rising at the time of the observation at an azimuth of 89 degrees and an elevation of 14 degrees. Captain Ballsmith further commented that civil aircraft were arriving and departing from Port Columbus Airport during the time of the sighting, suggesting that the descriptions and directions provided by the observer may have been influenced by these aircraft movements.
Civil Aircraft were arriving and departing Port Columbus Airport on the dates/times indicated. Descriptions and directions of sightings tie in with civil aircraft approaching Port Columbus.
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Official Assessment
Astro (Altair). Altair was at azimuth of 89 degrees and 14 degrees elevation at 0145Z. Altair was rising at this time being low on the horizon and white in color.
The observer reported a star-like object that appeared as an extremely white light. The investigating officer concluded the object was the star Altair, noting that civil aircraft were also arriving and departing Port Columbus Airport at the time, which may have influenced the observer's report.
Witnesses
- [illegible]Civilian