Project 10073 Record — Yonkers, New York, 10 October 1966

This document contains a Project 10073 record regarding an unidentified aerial phenomenon reported by a civilian in Yonkers, New York, on October 10, 1966. The witness, who was parked on Kneeland Avenue near Lincoln High School, observed a star-like object for approximately four to five minutes. According to the witness's account, the object initially appeared as a normal star but then expanded and became significantly brighter. The object remained stationary for a period before moving to the left, then to the right, and finally disappearing behind some trees. The witness noted that the object moved in absolute silence and estimated its speed to be comparable to that of a small airplane. The witness also mentioned hearing reports of two police officers in New Jersey observing a strange object over a reservoir, though this appears to be anecdotal. The official Air Force conclusion, as noted on the Project 10073 record, is that there was insufficient data for evaluation, as the observer did not provide specific information regarding the direction of travel or other essential details. The file includes a formal response from Lt. Colonel George P. Freeman, Jr. of the Office of Information, dated October 27, 1966, acknowledging the report and providing the witness with FTD Form 164 for further documentation.