Project 10073 Record — New York, New York, 25 March 1966
A civilian reported a multi-colored aerial object at Orchard Beach on March 25, 1966. The case was closed as 'insufficient data' after the witness failed to return a follow-up questionnaire.
A civilian reported a multi-colored aerial object at Orchard Beach on March 25, 1966. The case was closed as 'insufficient data' after the witness failed to return a follow-up questionnaire.
A civilian reported a red hovering object near Sun City, California, on March 25, 1966. Military aircraft were diverted to investigate but found nothing, leading to a conclusion of insufficient data.
Multiple Ohio State Highway Patrol officers reported a bright light in the sky on March 27, 1966. Project Blue Book officially identified the object as the planet Venus, attributing the reported movement to atmospheric illusion.
A civilian witness in Louisiana reported a three-second sighting of an orange-white, elongated object on March 27, 1966. The official conclusion identified the object as a meteor, though the investigating officer suggested a possible jet afterburner.
A civilian reported seeing three unidentified objects near Xenia, Ohio, on March 27, 1966. The Air Force was unable to complete an evaluation because the witness's address was unknown.
A civilian report of a crescent-shaped object in Swansea, Massachusetts, was investigated by the Air Force. The official conclusion identified the object as the moon.
A civilian in Rome, N.Y., reported a 30-minute sighting of a multi-colored, shape-shifting object on March 28, 1966. The Air Force classified the case as 'Insufficient Data' due to the witness's failure to return a follow-up form, noting the object likely appeared to be a star or satellite.
A sighting report from March 1966 in Ohio describing a light in the sky identified as a star or planet. Witnesses reported perceived movement, which was later attributed to an illusion.
A 14-year-old witness reported seeing 4-5 white, round objects in an oblong formation over West Hampton Beach, NY. The case was closed as 'Insufficient Data' after the witness failed to return the required follow-up form.
A 1966 sighting report from Ohio involving three satellite-like objects observed by two witnesses. The U.S. Air Force concluded the objects were likely orbiting satellites.
A civilian report of two objects in Eastmont, Ohio, on March 28, 1966, was officially identified by the U.S. Air Force as the ECHO II satellite and another orbiting satellite.
A civilian in Findlay, Ohio, reported a bright light on 29 March 1966. Project Blue Book investigators identified the object as the planet Venus and attributed the perceived motion to the witness's own travel.
Two UFO sightings in New York in March 1966 were investigated by the Air Force and attributed to astronomical phenomena, possibly influenced by public hysteria.
A 1966 Project Blue Book report regarding a civilian sighting of two red, flat, round-topped objects in Brightown, New Jersey. The case was closed as 'Insufficient Data' due to a lack of actionable information.
A 1966 sighting report from Trenton, New Jersey, involving a 17-year-old witness who observed a hovering, circular object. The military investigation concluded the object was a star or planet.
A 1966 sighting report from Henniker, New Hampshire, involving four objects observed by a college student and over 100 others. The Air Force concluded the objects were stars and planets.
A 1966 UFO sighting in Stamford, Connecticut, by a Naval Reserve Intelligence officer was investigated under Project 10073. The object was officially identified as a star or planet, with the perceived movement attributed to the observer's own motion.
A military aircrew reported two flare-like objects with flat trajectories over the Pacific in 1966. The incident was officially classified as a meteor sighting.
A civilian in Beverly Shores, Indiana, reported a UFO sighting on March 30, 1966, which the Air Force officially identified as the planet Venus. The witness rejected this explanation and expressed concerns about the objects' origins and potential danger.
A civilian witness reported a 10-minute sighting of a football-shaped object near Lewisburg, Indiana, on 30 March 1966. The Air Force classified the case as 'Insufficient Data' due to the witness's failure to return a formal report form.
A 1966 UFO sighting report from Wausau, Wisconsin, involving a city patrolman who observed a stationary, bluish-green light. The Air Force officially identified the object as the planet Jupiter.
A civilian report of a 'large ball of fire' in Lakehurst, New Jersey, on 31 March 1966 was investigated by Project Blue Book. The case was closed as 'insufficient data' after the Air Force failed to successfully contact the witnesses for further details.
A civilian report of an unidentified object in Panama City, Florida, on March 31, 1966, was officially classified as a satellite by Project 10073.
This document records multiple civilian reports of an orange glowing object in Selma, Alabama, on March 31, 1966. The investigating officer concluded the sightings were caused by a B-52 aircraft and its contrail glowing in the sky.
A civilian reported an elliptical UFO in Long Branch, New Jersey, on March 31, 1966. The Air Force closed the case as 'Insufficient Data' after the witness failed to return a required follow-up form.
A 16-year-old witness reported two unidentified objects near Griffiss AFB on March 31, 1966. The Air Force officially concluded the objects were aircraft after a preliminary investigation.
A 1966 sighting report from Tetlersville, Ohio, was filed under 'conflicting data' because the witness claimed the object moved at extreme speeds while remaining in view for 45 minutes.
A sighting of an unidentified object in Thomaston, Georgia, on 24 April 1966 was investigated by the Air Force. The official conclusion determined that the witnesses likely observed the planets Venus and Saturn.
A civilian report of a low-flying object in Walton, New York, was investigated by Project Blue Book and officially identified as a brilliant meteor. The document includes correspondence between the witness, the Governor's office, and the Air Force.
A civilian reported a rectangular, multi-lighted object in Ghent, New York, on April 25, 1966. Project Blue Book officially concluded the sighting was an observation of the moon.
A 1966 sighting report from Solvay, New York, describing a cigar-shaped object. The FTD concluded it was likely an aircraft reflecting sunlight.
Three students in Bristol, Vermont, reported a 10-minute sighting of a red, glowing, round object on April 1, 1966. The Air Force investigation concluded the sighting was likely astronomical in nature, possibly the moon or the star Regulus.
A 1966 UFO sighting in Falmouth, Massachusetts, involving a disc-shaped object observed by two witnesses. The Air Force concluded the object was a weather balloon released from Nantucket Island.
A civilian reported finding material on their farm after observing unlit aircraft. The Air Force identified the material as radar chaff from a military exercise.
A military flight crew observed a ball of fire that broke into two pieces over the Pacific on 2 April 1966. The incident was investigated under Project 10073 and officially concluded to be a probable meteor.
A civilian reported a huge, white object over Coney Island on 3 April 1966. The Air Force concluded the object was likely a satellite.
A 19-year-old witness reported a 30-minute sighting of a glowing, multi-armed object near Harrisville, Michigan, on April 4, 1966. The Air Force concluded the sighting was likely a combination of aurora borealis and swamp gas.
A McChord AFB switchboard operator reported a bright orange, pointed object over Tacoma on April 4, 1966. The Air Force concluded the sighting was likely attributable to aircraft.
A civilian reported a close-range sighting of a small, round, metallic object in a ditch near Hague, Florida, on 4 April 1966. The Air Force classified the case as 'insufficient data for evaluation' after failing to find physical evidence or radar confirmation.
A civilian in Lycoming, New York, reported a 60-second sighting of a hovering, spinning, vapor-like object on April 5, 1966. The U.S. Air Force investigated the incident under Project 10073 and officially classified it as unidentified due to insufficient data.
A civilian reported a reddish-orange ball in Loveland, Ohio, on April 5, 1966. The U.S. Air Force concluded the object was the moon.
A 1966 UFO sighting in Iowa City involving multiple police witnesses was investigated by the Air Force. The object was officially identified as a star or planet.
A 1966 sighting report from Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, describes a bright white light moving at high speed. The event was officially classified as a meteor.
A civilian in Enid, Oklahoma, reported a light-bulb-shaped object on 6 April 1966. The Air Force investigation concluded the sighting was a meteor, citing corroborating reports from others in the area and potential depth perception errors.
A 15-year-old witness reported a saucer-shaped object with blinking lights in Bradford, Rhode Island, on April 7, 1966. The Air Force concluded the object was an aircraft due to the flight path and the high volume of air traffic in the area.
A 17-year-old witness reported a hovering, light-changing object in Adamsville, Michigan, on 7 April 1966. The Air Force officially identified the object as the star Arcturus.
This document contains a series of 1966 Air Force reports regarding multiple UAP sightings in Colorado Springs. Most were officially identified as stars, aircraft, or artillery flares from Ft Carson.
A civilian witness in Osterville, Massachusetts, reported a rectangular object on April 10, 1966. The Air Force concluded the sighting was a meteor.
A civilian sighting of an orange object in Sharpsville, Pennsylvania, on 11 April 1966 was investigated by Project Blue Book. The object was officially identified as the moon viewed through haze.
A civilian in Greensburg, PA, reported a cigar-shaped object with a red blinking light on April 11, 1966. The Air Force concluded it was likely an aircraft approaching Pittsburgh airport.
A civilian in Millard, Nebraska, reported a stationary, spinning red and white light on April 11, 1966. The investigation concluded the object was the star Sirius.
A 1966 sighting report from Boston, Massachusetts, involving a child witness describing a wingless, silverish-white object with a dome and landing gear. The investigation was closed due to insufficient data.
A 1966 sighting report from Syracuse, New York, involving a bright light observed by a civilian. The U.S. Air Force Project Blue Book concluded the object was a meteor.
A civilian report from 1966 regarding a 30-second sighting of a light-reflecting object in Kettering, Ohio. The Air Force concluded the object was most likely a conventional aircraft.
A civilian witness reported a bright, stationary object in Alexandria, Virginia, on April 15, 1966. The Air Force identified the object as the planet Venus.
A 1966 UFO sighting in Pueblo, Colorado, was investigated by the US Air Force and officially attributed to a six-foot atmospheric sounding balloon released from Ft. Carson.
A retired U.S. Army Sergeant reported an oval-shaped object with flashing lights in Peabody, Massachusetts, on April 15, 1966. The Air Force concluded the sighting was an aircraft, noting the light patterns were consistent with standard aviation maneuvers.
A 1966 sighting report from Minnesota describes a round, flashing object observed for three hours. The military investigation concluded the object was the planet Jupiter.
A civilian in Superior, Wisconsin, reported a two-second sighting of a white, golf-ball-sized object on 15 April 1966. The military investigation concluded the object was a meteor.
A 1966 UFO sighting report from Miles City, Montana, involving an unreliable witness who claimed to see two spinning saucers. The military investigation dismissed the report due to the witness's lack of credibility.