Project 10073 Record — Kewanna, Indiana, 14 September 1968

On 14 September 1968, a civilian witness in Kewanna, Indiana, reported observing two unidentified aerial objects for approximately 90 minutes. The witness, who was in their backyard near Lake Bruce, initially noticed a light that appeared to be a star but exhibited unusual behavior, including red and orange colors, flashing, and vertical movement. A neighbor also observed the objects, which were described as having a constant glow and green and red lights. The objects were reported to move up and down and occasionally disappear and reappear. The witness noted that the objects were visible until a plane flew over, at which point they disappeared. The official investigation, conducted by the Intelligence Division at the base, concluded that the primary object was likely the star Arcturus. Base Control Tower personnel confirmed that a bright star or planet was in the night sky in the general bearing of the reported UFO. Furthermore, Base Radar Approach Control (RApCon) personnel identified a temperature inversion in the area, which they suggested may have caused the radar returns and the appearance of reflected lights. The report concludes that no further investigation was conducted.