Project 10073 Record: Sighting Report - Holly, Michigan, 4 August 1966

This document contains the Project Blue Book record for a UFO sighting reported by a 14-year-old witness in Holly, Michigan, on August 4, 1966. The witness reported observing three objects descending from the sky near the moon, with one object stopping while the others departed. The witness described the object as a flat, yellowish star that pulsated between white and red, appearing roughly twice the size of a standard star or half the size of Saturn. The observation lasted approximately 15 to 20 minutes. The witness, who expressed an interest in astronomy, provided detailed sketches of the constellations and the object's position relative to the horizon. Following the report, the witness corresponded with Major Hector Quintanilla, Jr., of Project Blue Book, requesting an evaluation. The Air Force investigation concluded that the sighting was a possible aircraft observation, specifically linking it to an air refueling track (AR-206) known to be in the area. However, the official response noted that air activity records for that date had been destroyed after thirty days, preventing definitive verification. The file includes the original sighting questionnaire, correspondence between the witness and the Air Force, and internal project notes.