Project 10073 Record - UFO Observation, 20 Mar 67

On March 20, 1967, at approximately 0050Z, two witnesses in Hamtramck, Michigan, observed two objects in the sky. The primary witness, a 12-year-old, reported seeing two white, bullet-shaped objects moving from West to East. The observation lasted approximately four seconds. The witness noted that the objects left a vapor trail and moved at a 'terrific speed' before disappearing. The witness described the objects as looking like stars but with a vapor trail, and explicitly stated there was no sound. The witness also provided a sketch indicating the objects were moving horizontally. The U.S. Air Force Foreign Technology Division (FTD) reviewed the report and concluded that the observation was likely an astronomical event, specifically a meteor. In a letter dated April 14, 1967, Colonel James C. Manatt informed the witness that the information provided was insufficient for a full scientific evaluation and requested that the witness complete an FTD Form 164 for further analysis. The witness had previously requested information on Project Blue Book and expressed a desire to keep the report confidential from reporters.