Project 10073 Record — Vinton, Ohio, October 19, 1969

This document contains a sighting report and associated correspondence regarding an unidentified aerial phenomenon observed in Vinton, Ohio, on October 19, 1969. A civilian witness reported observing a single object with red and white flashing lights for a duration of three minutes. The object was described as traveling from the east to the north at an estimated altitude of 50 feet. The witness noted that dogs were barking during the event and mentioned that an aircraft was visible in the vicinity to the left of the object, as well as high-tension power lines in the area. The witness submitted an 'Unidentified Phenomena Questionnaire' to the Foreign Technology Division (FTD) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base on October 22, 1969, requesting an evaluation of the report. The official Air Force conclusion, documented in a proposed reply to the witness, stated that based on the description of the object, flight path, and duration, there was no evidence to suggest the sighting could not have been an aircraft. The file includes the completed questionnaire, sketches provided by the witness, and the draft response from the Air Force.