U. S. Air Force Contract with the University of Colorado to Report on the UFO Situation

This memorandum, dated February 7, 1967, from the Director of the National Photographic Interpretation Center (NPIC) to the Deputy Director for Intelligence, concerns the U.S. Air Force contract with the University of Colorado to investigate the UFO situation. The project, led by Dr. E. U. Condon, was valued at $325,000 and scheduled for completion in 18 months. The document notes that Brigadier General Ed Ciller of the USAF and a representative named Latchford were monitoring the project. Latchford had requested that certain scientists from the University of Colorado visit the NPIC on February 20 to discuss technical aspects of photogrammetry and optical gear used for analyzing UFO photographs. The list of visiting scientists included Dr. E. U. Condon, Dr. Robert Low, Dr. David Saunders, Dr. William Price, and Dr. John Colman. The author of the memorandum, Arthur C. Lundahl, indicates his willingness to accommodate the request but emphasizes his intent to remain neutral regarding the project's eventual conclusions. He states that he does not want to be part of any findings the project might reach, though he is willing to provide technical assistance. Furthermore, he suggests that the NPIC should maintain a cautious stance and recommends that two technical staff members be permitted to conduct a photogrammetric round-table discussion with the visiting scientists.