Declassified UFO / UAP Document
UFO Observation Report — Medford, Oregon, 7 July 1968
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AI-Generated Summary
A 1968 UFO sighting in Medford, Oregon, involving a fast-moving, orange, round object. The Air Force investigation found the report insufficient for scientific conclusion, noting inconsistencies between the object's speed and potential commercial aircraft.
This document details a UFO sighting reported on 7 July 1968 in Medford, Oregon. Two witnesses, a systems manager and a retired Army man, observed a round, orange object with projections on its sides. The object was estimated to be the size of a two-story building and appeared to move at speeds at least twice that of a jet aircraft. The sighting lasted approximately seven seconds. The witnesses initially considered if the object was a plane or a reflection of the setting sun, but rejected these explanations due to the object's tremendous speed and distinct shape. The Air Force's Aerial Phenomena Office investigated the report, noting that while commercial aircraft (F-27 and DC-9) were in the area at the time, the reported speed of the object was inconsistent with such an explanation. The investigation concluded that the data was insufficient for a scientific investigation, and the case remained unresolved.
It was there in clear sky and suddenly went out - just like blowing out a candle flame.
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Official Assessment
Possibility exists that object was a commercial aircraft presenting an unusual appearance due to reflection of the setting sun on surface of aircraft, although the apparent speed of the object is inconsistent with such an explanation.
The object was observed by two witnesses in Medford, Oregon. While commercial aircraft were in the area, the reported speed and appearance were inconsistent with standard aircraft behavior.
Witnesses
- [illegible]Systems/Auto Processing Manager at Bear Creek Orchards
- Mr. [illegible]Retired Army man
Key Persons
- Lawrence W. HaapanenDisaster Control Officer, 2nd Lt, 408th Combat Support Squadron