Project 10073 Record — UFO Observation, 22 July 1967

This document contains the Project 10073 record regarding a UFO observation reported by a civilian in Kettering, Ohio, on July 22, 1967. The witness observed a white light in the sky for approximately 30 minutes, describing it as having the brightness of a star or satellite. While the observer initially indicated a Northwest course, they also noted difficulty in determining the object's direction of movement. The Air Force's Foreign Technology Division (FTD) conducted an evaluation of the report. Correspondence from Colonel James C. Manatt, Director of Technology and Subsystems, dated November 1, 1967, informed the witness that the initial information provided was insufficient for a scientific investigation and requested the completion of FTD Form 164. The final conclusion reached by the FTD was that the object was likely the Echo I satellite, noting that at 1947 hours, the satellite was positioned at 88 degrees longitude and 40 degrees latitude, traveling from North to South. The file includes the completed questionnaire, correspondence, and internal notes regarding the investigation.