UFO Observation, 6 April 1967 — Westminister, Colorado

This document collection pertains to a UFO sighting reported on 5 April 1967 in Westminister, Colorado. The primary report, filed by a civilian witness, describes an oval-shaped object resembling a 'gigantic street light' with white, reddish, and greenish sparkling exhaust. The object was observed for approximately 15 minutes, hovering at an estimated altitude of 20,000 feet, and was viewed by 15 witnesses, including some using a telescope. The Department of the Air Force, specifically the Foreign Technology Division, initially issued a formal response on 14 April 1967, stating that the information provided was insufficient for a scientific evaluation and requesting the completion of FTD Form 164. Internal correspondence from Lt. Col. Hector Quintanilla reveals a discrepancy in the reporting dates and highlights his personal interest in the case. Quintanilla argues that the case was significant enough to have been investigated by the Condon Committee, particularly given the number of witnesses and the use of optical aids. Despite his personal assessment that the case was interesting, he maintained that for official statistical purposes, the 'insufficient data' classification remained appropriate.