Project 10073 Records — Columbus, Ohio, July 1966

This document contains a compilation of Project 10073 records regarding unidentified aerial phenomena reported in Columbus, Ohio, during July 1966. The reports detail multiple sightings by civilian witnesses near the University Airport, also known as Don Scott Field. The sightings occurred on 6, 10, and 11 July 1966. Witnesses described various objects, including a bright green object that appeared to switch off like a light, and other objects described as solid, appearing as lights, and moving in circular patterns. Some witnesses reported sounds resembling a 'put-put' engine or high-pitched noises. The reports include technical information questionnaires completed by the witnesses, detailing their observations, weather conditions, and the appearance of the objects. The investigating officer, Capt. Jordan, evaluated these reports and concluded that the sightings were consistent with either meteors or aircraft. Specifically, the proximity of the sightings to the University Airport, which is heavily used by both the Army Guard and civilian pilots, led to the conclusion that the observed phenomena were likely aircraft, possibly with position lights on their wing tips. The documentation includes weather data and wind reports for the relevant dates to assist in the analysis of the sightings.