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342_HS1-416511228_319.1 Flying Discs 1949: Multi-Station UFO Incident Reports
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In July, August, and September 1949, and again in January 1950, military and civilian witnesses filed reports under Flight Service Regulation 200-4 describing flying objects over Kansas, Washington, Oregon, Ohio, South Carolina, and New York. Objects were described variously as dish-shaped, circular, and cylindrical, with reported speeds exceeding that of a B-29 and, in one case, an orange and white flame exhaust more than twice the length of the object. Reports were submitted by Lowry, Olmsted, McChord, Maxwell, and Wright-Patterson Flight Service Centers to the Commanding General, Air Materiel Command, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
Kansas City, KansasMr. Frioman, Air Route Traffic Controller, Seattle Air Route Traffic Control CenterUnnamed witness, Greenville sighting (identity not reported)Bill Miller, civilian commercial pilotSgt Roger H. Studeman, controller, 143rd National Guard Aircraft Control and Warning SquadronJack Edmonds, CAA Tower operator, Medford AirportSgt Jack Faulkner, controller, 143rd National Guard Aircraft Control and Warning SquadronMajor Earl Goodrich, Air Materiel Command AF Procurement Field Office co-pilotT/Sgt T. D. Mullen, controller, 143rd National Guard Aircraft Control and Warning SquadronMr. Robert L. Markwith, CAA Controller, Columbus TowerMr. Robert J. Andees, CAA Controller, Columbus TowerMr. E. J. Lutz, CAA Controller, Columbus TowerCorporal E. H. Conger, AACS Air/Ground operator, Medford AirwaysCaptain Thrush, pilot, Northwest Airline Martin 202Corporal Frank Bishop, AACS Air/Ground operator, Medford AirwaysG. E. Milligan, CAA Tower operator, Medford AirportJames F. Grey, civilian pilot and Bendix Aviation employeeMr. Watson, senior controller, Seattle Air Route Traffic Control CenterStaff Sergeant Arthur Paulson, AACS Air/Ground operator, Medford AirwaysRobert Van De Vyvere, Bendix Aviation employeeMr. Harper, Greenville Municipal Airport employeeFlight Service Regulation 200-4DiscCylinderFireball
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[page 1] RESTRICTED DECLASSIFIED Authority: Authority: NW 91020 # LOWRY FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER LOWRY AIR FORCE BASE DENVER, COLORADO GRR/ww RY 319.1 SUBJECT: Unidentified Flying Objects 9 January 1950 AL N TO: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio 1. In compliance with Flight Service Regulation 200-4, dated 2 November 1948, Subject: "Unidentified Flying Objects," the follow ing report is submitted. 2. On the night of 6 January 1950, two objects were sighted over Kansas City, Kansas, and Olathe, Kansas. They appeared to be motionless over Olathe for ten to fifteen minutes, then moved off very fast. 3. The weather at Kansas City was clear with twelve miles visi- bility. 4. The incident was witnessed by James F. Grey, 6200 Hadley St., Raytown, Missouri, phone FL 2744; and Robert Van De Vyvere, 5532, Raytown Road, Missouri. Both are employed at Bendix Aviation, Kansas City, Kansas, and the former is a pilot. 5. Photos are not available. Sketches are enroute to Lowry Flight Service and will be forwarded immediately upon receipt. [page 2] 524 [page 3] HqMAAMA Form No. 7 (Rev. 28 Oct. 48) # OLMSTED FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER Olmsted Air Force Base MIDDLETOWN, PENNSYLVANIA MOT 000.92 BAH/1c 22 September 1949 SUBJECT: Unidentified Flying Objects - TO Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Dayton, Ohio 1. In compliance with FSR 200-4 dated 2 November 1949, and letter, Headquarters USAF, Subject: "Reporting of Information on 'Flying Discs!" dated 6 February 1948, the following information is submitted. ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF INFORMATION 1. Date of Sighting: 20 September 1949 2. Time of Sighting: 090SE 3. Where Sighted: Thirty North East, Griffiss Air Force Base, Rome, New York - Cround Not applicable [page 4] MDT 000.92 Subj: Unidentified Flying Objects # OLMSTED FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER Olmsted Air Force Base MIDDLETOWN, PENNSYLVANIA (cont.) ## b. Air (cont.) 22 Sep 49 (3) Clock position of object from observer's aircraft: Four o'clock, approximately thirty miles to the right and to the rear (4) Latitude and longitude: 43°40″N 74°55"W 0. Sea Not applicable 4. Number of objects: One &. Formation type: Not applicable 5. Distance of object from observer: Thirty miles a. Laterally or horizontally: Horizontally b. Angle of elevation from horizons Level plane 0. Altitude: 20,000 feet letting down slowly until it dis- appeared into the overcast at 7,000 feet 6. Time in sight: Not stated 7. Appearance of object: a. Color: Silvery or aluminum b. Shape: Cylindrical e. Apparent construction: No opinion di: Size: Undetermined due to distance and speed 8. Direction of flight; 250 degrees 9. Tactics or maneuvers: Slow descent into overcast. 10. Evidence of exhaust: Yes (flame) Color of smoke: Orange and white flame b. Length and width: More than twice the length of the object 2 [page 5] CONFIDEN 22 Sep 49 10T 000.92 Subj: Unidentified Flying Objects 0. Odor: Unknown d. Rate of evaporation: Unknown 0. Does trail vary with sound: Unknown 11. Effect on clouds: Unknown 12. Lights: None 13. Support: None 14. Propulsion: Appeared to be rocket or jet &. Propeller or jet: Appeared to be rocket or jet b. Roter: None c. Aerodynamic vanest None observed d. Visible exhaust or jet openings: None observed 15. Control and stability: None observed a. Fins: None observed b. Stabilizers: one observed (1) Sizos Not applicable (2) Shape: Not applicable (3) Location: Not applicable 16. Air Ducts: Not observed a. Slots: Not applicable b. Duct openings: Not applicable 17. Speed - MPH High rate of speed 18. Sound: None heard [page 6] CONFIDENTIAL MDT 000.92 22 Sep 49 Subj: Unidentified Flying Objects 19. Was any radio antenna to be observed: None noted 20. Manner of disappearance: Disappeared into overcast ே Explode: Not applicable (1) Possibility of fragments: Not applicable (2) Other physical evidence: Not applicable b. Faded from view: Not applicable C. Disappeared behind obstacle: Not applicable [page 7] CONFIDENTIAL MDT 000.92 22 Sep 49 Subji Unidentified Flying Objects Major Earl Goodrich, Air Materiel Command, AF Procurement Field Office, Bedford, Mass. Co-pilot 10. Comments of interrogator ro intelligence and character of person interrogated: No opinion # OLMSTED FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER Olmsted Air Force Base MIDDLETOWN, PENNSYLVANIA (cont.) ## RELATIVE TO RADAR STOBTINGS 1. Re radars now operating on ground: No radar sightings 2. If airborne, when object was sighted: Not applicable # OLMSTED FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER Olmsted Air Force Base MIDDLETOWN, PENNSYLVANIA (cont.) ## GENERAL 1. Teletype sequence of local weather conditions: Estimated 4500 feet overcast, 500 broken, 8 miles visibility 2. Winds aloft report: 280 degrees - 40 knots 3. Local flight schedules of commercial, private and military air- craft flying invvicinity at the time: Unknown 4. Possibility releases of testing devices in vicinity sent aloft by Ordnance, Navy, Air Force, Army, Weather Units, Research Organizations, or any other: Unknown 5. If object contacted earth, obtain soil samples within and with- out depression or spot where object landed for purposes of making com- parisons of soils: Unknown 6. If object came sufficiently near other aircraft or known objects, check surfaces with Geiger counters for possible radio-activity. Wake comparisons with out unaffected aircraft objects: Unknown - Obtain photographs: None obtained B. Wot obtained. 9. Obtain fragments or physical evidence where possible: None <signature> JOSEPH L. McVEIL Lt Colonel, USAF Commanding [page 9] Then ㅁㅍ Restricted MCCHORD FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER McChord Air Force Base Washington TCM 452 23 August 1949 SUBJECT: Unidentified Flying Objects TO: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson AF Base, Ohio ATTENTION: MCIAXO-3 1. In compliance with FS Regulation 200-4 the following reports of sighting of unidentified flying objects are sub- mitted: a. Location and time of sighting: Over the city of Seattle, Washington, 1845P, 22 August 1949. b. Weather at the time: Clear, visibility unre- stricted. C. Names, occupations, and addresses of witnesses: (1) Sgt Jack Faulkner, Controller, 143rd National Guard Aircraft Control and Warn- ing Squadron, 6736 Ellis Avenue, Seattle 8, Washington. (2) T/Sgt T. D. Mullen, Controller, 143rd National Guard Aircraft Control and Warn- ing Squadron, 6736 Ellis Avenue, Seattle 8, Washington. (3) Sgt Roger H. Studeman, Controller, 143rd National Guard Aircraft Control and Warn- ing Squadron, 6736 Ellis Avenue, Seattle 8, Washington. d. Photographs of objects, if available: Photo- graphs of objects are not available. 0. Sketches of object's configuration: Sketches of object's configuration are not available. Restricted [page 10] Restricted TCM 452 SUBJECT: 23 August 1949 # Unidentified Flying Objects f. Object sighted: (1) Number: One. (2) Shape: Circular. (3) Size: Estimated seventy-five (75) to one hundred (100) feet in diameter with an estimated depth of ten (10) to fifteen (15) feet. (4) Color: Shiny aluminum. Object reflected the sun's rays. (5) Speed: Estimated five (5) to six (6) hun- dred miles per hour. (6) Heading: From north to south. (7) Maneuverability: Object did not maneuver. (8) Altitude: Estimated ten (10) thousand feet. (9) Sound: The sound was similar to a jet aircraft. [page 11] Restricted TCM 452 SUBJECT: 23 August 1949 [page 12] Restricted TCM 452 SUBJECT: 23 August 1949 Unidentified Flying Objects # Unidentified Flying Objects (cont.) (8) Altitude: Object was estimated four (4) to five (5) thousand feet. (9) Sound: No sound was heard. (10) Exhaust trail or not: No exhaust trail was noted. 8. Mr. Frioman, an Air Route Traffic Controller, was on duty at the Seattle Air Route Traffic Control Center at the Seattle-Tacoma Airport and noticed what appeared to be a jet aircraft in the direction of the Olympic Mountains at an estimated distance of twenty (20) to thirty (30) miles away. He brought this to the attention of Mr. Watson who was the senior controller on duty. Since they were aware that no jet units were stationed within this area they noti- fied the McChord Flight Service Center. The dispatcher on duty at the McChord Flight Service Center did not have a flight plan on any jet aircraft or fighter type aircraft in this area and made a check of all the military bases within the area to determine if any jet or fighter type aircraft were flying locally from their bases. A negative report was received. Mr. Frieman and Mr. Watson both reported that they were definite that the object sighted displayed visual characteristics of a jet fighter and that its speed was such to lead them to believe it was a jet aircraft. [page 13] botoi stes McCHORD FIELD FLT SERV. CENTER Aug 250 PM 49 TRANSMITTED [page 14] RESTRICTED AI # MAXWELL FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER # MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, ALABAMA BSC :mw MXF 300 16 August 1949 SUBJECT: Unidentified Flying Objects TO: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio ATTN: MCIAXO-3 1. An unidentified flying object was sighted over Greenville, S. C., at 1930E, 15 August 1949. 2. The 1930E weather for Greenville AF Base was 4000 scattered, 15 miles visibility. Greenville, S. C. Municipal Airport weather at 1930E was 25000 broken, 9000 scattered, 30 miles visibility, with distant thun- derstorms in all quadrants. 3. Two witnesses reported the unidentified flying objects. One of the witnesses was not identified and the other was Mr. Harper of Lensing Avenue, Greenville, S. C., who is employed at the Greenville Municipal Airport. 4. No photographs or sketches are available. [page 15] RESTRICTED * "H" * "A. I." * "FILE" (written over with red lines) # MC CHORD FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER McChord Air Force Base Washington TCM 452 # MC CHORD FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER McChord Air Force Base Washington (cont.) 28 July 1949 SUBJECT: Unidentified Flying Objects TO: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson AF Base, Ohio ATTENTION: MCIAXO-3 # MC CHORD FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER McChord Air Force Base Washington (cont.) 1. The following report of sighting unidentified fly- ing objects is submitted: a. Location and time of sighting: Over the city of Spokane, Washington, at 2020 PST, 26 July 1949. b. Weather at the time: The 2030 PST weather report for Spokane, Geiger Field, estimated ceiling fourteen (14) thousand feet, broken, lower broken, visibility forty (40) miles, upper broken clouds estimated at twenty-two (22) thousand feet. C. Names, occupations, and addresses of witnesses: Bill Miller, civilian commercial pilot, S 411 Carahan, Spokane, Washington, Phone Number Lakeview 7933. d. Photographs of objects, if available: Photo- graphs of objects were not available. 6. Sketches of object's configuration: Sketches of object's configuration were not available. | f. Objects sighted: | f. Objects sighted: | f. Objects sighted: | f. Objects sighted: | |-|-|-|-| | | (1) | Number: | eight. | | | (2) | Shape: | Dish shaped. | | | (3) | Size: | Larger than a B-29. | | | (4) | Color: | Not reported. | [page 16] RESTRICTED TCM 452 SUBJECT: 28 July 1949 # Unidentified Flying Objects (5) Speed: Much faster than a B-29. (6) Heading: From east to west. (7) Maneuverability: Not reported. (8) Altitude: Estimated fourteen (14) thousand five (5) hundred feet. (9) Sound: Similar to a formation of jet aircraft. (10) Exhaust trail or not: Not reported. 8. General remarks: Mr. Miller reported he was in his home and was attracted by a sound similar to a formation of jet aircraft. He went outside his home and the only air- craft in sight was a B-29 heading from east to west. At an estimated one (1) thousand feet above the B-29 Mr. Miller re- ported he saw a formation of eight (8) dish shaped objects, each larger than a B-29, traveling in the same direction as the B-29 and at a much greater speed. The pilot of the B-29, AF-7742, stated he was at thirteen (13) thousand five (5) hundred feet at the time and had not sighted anything unusual. Mr. Miller stated that he had not been drinking and had good vision. h. Mr. Miller gave this report to Spokane Radio who forwarded it to Seattle Air Route Traffic Control Cen- ter who in turn forwarded the report to the McChord Flight Service Center. EARL J. LIVESAY Lt. Col., USAP Commanding язти 03 12 713 M S8 32 b KVM2WILLED RESTRICTED 2 [page 17] # TRANSMITTED JUL 28 3 5 PM $49 FLT. SERV. CENTER McCHORD FIELD CALBICTED [page 18] CONFIDENTIAL "A.I MCCHORD FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER McChord Air Force Base Washington TCM 452 10 August 1949. SUBJECT: Unidentified Flying Objects TO: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson AP Base, Ohio ATTENTION: MCIAXO-3 1. The following report of sighting of unidentified fly- ing objects is submitted: a. Location and time of sighting: East and south- east of Medford, Oregon, 1120P to 1230P, 8 August 1949. b. Weather at the time: Sky clear, visibility thirty (30) miles. C. Names, occupations, and addresses of witnesses: (1) Corporal E. H. Conger, AACS Air/Ground oper- ator of Medford Airways, address AACS De- tachment 1905-1, Medford, Oregon. (2) Staff Sergeant Arthur Paulson, AACS Air/ Ground operator of Medford Airways, address AACS Detachment 1905-1, Medford, Oregon. (3) Corporal Frank Bishop, AACS Air/Ground operator of Medford Airways, address AACS Detachment 1905-1, Medford, Oregon. (4) G. E. Milligan, CAA Tower operator, Medford Airport, Medford, Oregon, address P. 0. Box 832, Medford, Oregon. (5) Jack Edmonds, CAA Tower operator, Medford Airport, Medford, Oregon, address P. 0. Box 832, Medford, Oregon. CONFIDENTIAL [page 19] CONFIDENTIAL TCM 452 SUBJECT: 10 August 1949 [page 21] TRANSMITTED AUG 10 3 4 PM '49 FLT SERV CENTER MeCHORD FIELD [page 22] RESTRICTED. WRIGHT-PATTERSON FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE DAYTON, OHIO CEG/DJS/Aeg # CONFIDENTIAL (cont.) 452 4 August 1949 SUBJECT: Report of Unidentified Flying Object TO: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson AF Base, Ohio ATTN: MOTAXO-3 The following report of an unidentified flying object is submitted in compliance with Flight Service Regulation 200-4. At. 1955B, 1 August 1949, the Wright-Patterson Flight Service Center received the following information from Lockbourne Tower, Columbus, Ohio: - At 1955, Columbus Tower, Columbus, Ohio, reported to Lockbourne AFB, Columbus, Ohio, the following information: "a. LOCATION: Over Columbus, Ohio for two (2) hours 1900 to 2100. b. WEATHER: 1930E Columbus Weather: 5,000 scattered clouds 12 miles visibility. C. NAME: Mr. Robert J. Andees, CAA Controller, Columbus Tower, phone Douglas 1322. Mr. Robert L. Markwith, CAA Controller, 177 N. James Road, phone Douglas 5692. Mr. E. J. Lutz, CAA Controller, 457 Marion Road, phone Garfield 6726. d. PHOTOGRAPHS: None. 0. SKETCHES: None. f. OBJECT SIGHTED: (1) NUMBER: One. (2) SHAPE: No shape. RESTRICTED [page 23] RESTRICTED 452 Subject: Report of Unidentified Flying Object (4 Aug 49) (3) SIZE: Impossible to identify size. (4) COLOR: White and then yellowish red when on the horizon. (5) SPEED: No estimate in MPH. (6) HEADING: Northwest 320°. (7) MANEUVERABILITY: Only observed in straight line. (8) ALTITUDE: 30,000 feet or higher. (9) SOUND: None. (10) EXHAUST OR NOT: Exhaust trail before a white light. Copy Furnished: 1 Chief of Staff, USAF, ATTN: Dir of Intelligence 1 Commander MATS, Chief Intelligence Divn 1 Commanding Officer Flight Service, ATTN: A-2 CHARLES & Grogan Lt Colonel, USA Commanding 16 BNC 2 2 RESTRICTED [page 24] WRIGHT PATTERSON FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER WRIGHT PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE DAYTON, OHIO 09 AUG 5 07:23 [page 25] SECRET MCCHORD FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER" McChord Air Force Base Washington CM 452 [page 26] SECRET TCM 452 SUBJECT: 1 August 1949 Unidentified Flying Objects # CONFIDENTIAL (cont.) Captain Thrush, the pilot of a Northwest Airline Martin 202, reported that while approaching Portland from the east he noticed what appeared to be an aircraft displaying two red lights and one white light. Since this was nonstand- ard lighting Captain Thrush watched the object very closely. His sighting of this object was at 2110P at an altitude of six (6) thousand feet and he was approximately five (5) miles west of Stevenson, Washington. He reported that the object was behind him and slightly to the left and maintained that same position until Troutdale, When over Troutdale Captain Thrush heard Portland Tower giving instructions to other air- craft to hold over the airport because of an unidentified flying object dropping flares. Upon hearing this information Captain Thrush turned one hundred and eighty (180) degrees and attempted to intercept the flying object displaying the two red lights and one white light that had been following him. He reported that this object then turned to the south- east and appeared to pull away from him quite easily. Captain Thrush reported that his indicated airspeed was two hundred and ten (210) miles per hour while he was trying to intercept the object. [page 27] TRANSMITTED # AUG 2 10 50 AM 49 FLT SERV CENTER McCHORD FIELD #19918 [page 28] MCCHORD FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER McChord Air Force Base Washington TCM 452 # AUG 2 10 50 AM 49 FLT SERV CENTER McCHORD FIELD (cont.) 25 July 1949 SUBJECT: Unidentified Flying Objects TO: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson AF Base, Ohio ATTENTION: MCIAXO-3 1. In accordance with FS Regulation 200-4, subject: Unidentified Flying Objects, dated 2 November 1948, the follow- ing report of information received concerning the sighting of unidentified flying objects is submitted: a. Location and time of sighting: Ten (10) miles northwest of Mountain Home, Idaho, at 1205 MST, 24 July 1949. b. Weather at the time: As reported by Mountain Home Air Force Base for 1130 PST was scattered clouds at five (5) thousand feet, visibility thirty (30) miles. C. Names, occupations, and addresses of witnesses: The only individual who reported this sighting was Harry Clark, occupation Airport Manager of Ritchie Field, Nampa, Idaho, address Nampa, Idaho. d. Photographs of objects if available: Photo- graphs of objects were not available. 0. Sketches of object's configuration: The objects were delta wings with no protrusions. The angle of the apex as reported by Mr. Clark was between thirty (30) and forty-five (45) degrees with the base of the triangle being a slightly curved convex. f. Objects sighted: (1) Number: Seven (7) objects were sighted flying in a V formation. SECRET [page 29] SECRET TCM 452 SUBJECT: # Unidentified Flying Objects 25 July 1949 (2) Shape: In addition to the description in paragraph le Mr. Clark noted a dark circular structure where the pilot normally sits. The leading edge of this dark circular structure was approximately one-fourth (1/4) the distance from the apex of the delta wing to the rear. This dark circular structure was noted at the time Mr. Clark was below the objects. (3) Size: Larger than an F-51. (4) Color: Darker than normal aluminum skin and not shiny. Mr. Clark reported the surface seemed to be between a light gray and a dirty white with no markings or diffusion of color. (5) Speed: Faster than an F-51 and estimated by Mr. Clark to be at least six (6) hundred miles per hour. (6) Heading: Mr. Clark reported that when first sighted the formation was heading approximately three (3) hundred degrees. The formation passed by him and then made a one hundred and eighty (180) degree turn to approximately one hundred and twenty (120) degrees. [page 30] SECRET TCM 452 SUBJECT: Unidentified Flying Objects 25 July 1949 objects were slightly below and one-fourth (1/4) of a mile to the left of his position. When the formation made the one hundred and eighty (180) degree turn Mr. Clerk de- scended to eight (8) thousand five (5) hundred feet and was below the formation when they came back. (9) Sound: No sound was noted from the forma- tion. (10) Exhaust trail or not: No exhaust trail was visible. # Unidentified Flying Objects (cont.) ## TRANSMITTED (cont.) RESTRICTED WRIGHT-PATTERSON FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE DAYTON, OHIO CBR/CHL/deg <signature> 20 July 1969 SUBJECT: Report of Unidentified Flying Object TO: Commanding General Air Material Command Wright-Patterson AF Base, Ohio ATTN: MCIAXO-3 The following report of an unidentified flying object is submitted in compliance with Flight Service Regulation 200-4. At 22023, 19 July 1949 the Wright-Patterson Flight Service Center received the following information from Cincinnati Air Route Traffic Control Center: At 21408, Mr Neinkirchen of 219 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio, phone Jefferson 2956, telephoned Columbus Ohio amicipal Airport Control Tower to report the following information with respect to un- identified flying object. "a. LOCATION: Over Columbus, Ohio at 21355. b. WEATHER: Clear sky visibility 15 miles. C. NAH Mr Neinkirchen, 219 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio, phone Jefferson 2956, photographer by trade has worked with jet aircraft and engines. d. PHOTOGRAPHS: None. e. SKETCHES: None f. OBJECT SIGHTED: (1) NUMBER: One. (2) SHAPE: Flying wing type, swept back wings, tail but no noticeable nose - similar to present day jet aircraft. (3) SIZE: Seemed too small for one man aircraft. RESTRICTED [page 33] RESTRICTED Subject: Report of Unidentified Flying Object (20 Jul 49) (4) COLOR: Luminous.. (5) SPEED: No estimate in MPH but was traveling very fast. (6) HEADING: Due East. (7) MANEUVERABILITY: Only observed in straight line. (8) ALTITUDE: 3000 to 4000 feet. (9) SOUND: Humming noise instead of rushing noise. (10) EXHAUST OR NOT: No exhaust." Copy Furnished: 1 - Chief of Staff, USAF, ATTN: Director of Intelligence 1 - Commander MATS, ATTN: Chief Intelligence Divn 1 - CO Flight Service, ATTN: A-2 <signature> CHARLES E. GROGAN Lt Colonel, USAF Commanding lota nr 50 13:38 RESTRICTED [page 35] IGHT-PATERSON IDENTIAL WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE А DAYTON, OHIO AI CEG/DJS/deg 29 June 1949 SUBJECT: Report of Unidentified Flying Object To: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson AF Base, Ohio ATTN: MCIAK0-3 The following report of an unidentified flying object is submitted in compliance with Flight Service Regulation 200-4. a. LOCATION AND TIME OF SIGHTING: 1750E - 1755E, 26 June 1949, Fairfield, Ohio. b. WEATHER AT THE TIME: 3,000 thin scattered, 10 miles visibility, temperature 92, dew point 62, wind north-northwest 1/4, altimeter 29.94. c. NAMES, OCCUPATIONS, AND ADDRESSES OF WITNESSES: (1) Major R. L. Long, Wright-Patterson AFB, Dayton, Ohio. (2) Unidentified civilian, resident of Fairfield, Ohio. d. PHOTOGRAPHS OF OBJECTS, IF AVAILABLE: None available. e. SKETCHES OF OBJECT'S CONFIGURATION: None. f. OBJECT SIGHTED: (1) NUMBER: 1. (2) SHAPE: Long tail of flame accompanied by a long tail of smoke. (3) SIZE: Undetermined. (4) COLOR: Flame and smoke. (5) SPEED: High rate. (6) HEADING: West to East CONFIDENTIAL [page 36] CONFIDENTIAL SUBJECT: Report of Unidentified Flying Object (29 June 1949) (7) MANEUVERABILITY: Undetermined. (8) ALTITUDE: Undetermined - very high. (9) SOUND: Undetermined. (10) EXHAUST TRAIL OR NOT: Yes. 8. GENERAL REMARKS: None. Copy Furnished: 1 - Chief of Staff, USAF, ATTN: Director of Intelligence 1 - Commander MATS, ATTN: [x] Chief Intelligence Divn 1 - CO Flight Service, ATTN: A-2 <signature> CHARLES E. CROGAN Lt Colonel, USAF Commanding CONFIDENCIAL онд эли за t: 0 st [page 37] HqMAAMA Form No. 7 CONFIDENTIAL (Rev. 28 Oct. 48) # OLMSTED FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER Olmsted Air Force Base MIDDLETOWN, PENNSYLVANIA PKB/vw 10 June 1949 MDT 000.92 SUBJECT: Unidentified Flying Objects TO: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Dayton, Ohio ATTN: MCIAXO-3 1. In compliance with FS: Regulation 200-4 dated 2 November 1948 and letter, Headquarters USAF, Subject: "Reporting of In- formation on Flying Discs, 1" dated 6 February 1948, the follow- ing information is submitted. ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF INFORMATION 1. Date of Sighting: 10 June 1949. 2. Time of Sighting: 0845E. 3. Where Sighted: See Par 3 b (2) a. Ground Not applicable. b. Air (1) Type aircraft, speed, altitude, direction of flight. T-6 150 4000 ft 330 degrees (2) Distance and direction from city, town or known landmark. 20 miles southwest of Boston, Mass. CONFIDENTIAL [page 38] CONFIDENTIAL MDT 000.92 Subj: Unidentified Flying Objects (10 June 49) (3) Clock Position of object from observer's aircraft: 1200 hrs, approximately 6 miles in front and over aircraft. (4) Latitude and longitude: 42°N 71° 30° w 3. Sea Not applicable. 4. Number of objects: One (1) & Formation type: No formation. 5. Distance of object from observer: Six (6) miles a. Laterally or horizontally: Perpendicular b. Angle of elevation from horizon: 45 degrees. c. Altitude: 30,000 feet. 6. Time in sight: Not stated. 7. Appearance of object: a. Color: White b. Shape: Tubular c. Apparent construction: No opinion d. Size: 100 feet long 8. Direction of flight: 330 degrees - 340 degrees. 9. Tactics or maneuvers: Nono 10. Evidence of exhaust: None 8. Color of smoke: None b. Length and width: None C. Odor: Unknown d. Rate of evaporation: Unknown CONFIDENTIAL 2 [page 39] CONFIDENTIAL MDT 319.1 Subj Unidentified Flying Objects. e. Does trail vary with sound: None 11. Effect on clouds: None 12. Lights: None 13. Support: None 14. Propulsion: Not observed. a. Propeller or jet: Unknown b. Roter: Unknown. 0. Aerodynamic vanes: Unknown d. Visible exhaust or jet openings: Unknown 15. Control and stability: Not observed. a. Fins: Unknown b. Stabilizers: Unknown (1) Size: Unknown (2) Shape: Unknown (3) Location: Unknown 16. Air Ducts: Not observed. a. Slots: Unknown b. Duct openings: Unknown 17. Speed PH: 150 MPH 18. Sound: Unknown 19. Was any radio antenna to be observed: Not observed. 20. Manner of disappearance: Not stated. a. Explode (1) Possibility of fragments: Unknown (2) Other physical evidence: Unknown NTIAL 3 [page 40] CONFIDENTIAL ## MDT 000.92 Subj: Unadentified Flying Objects b. Faded from view: Yes c. Disappeared behind obstacle: No # OLMSTED FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER Olmsted Air Force Base MIDDLETOWN, PENNSYLVANIA (cont.) ## RELATIVE TO THE CBSERVER 1. Name of Observer: 1st Lt Kirshbaum. 2. Fort Devens, Massachusetts 3. Occupation: USAF 4. Place of Business: USAF 5. Hobbies: Not applicable 6. Ability to determine: Unknown 7. Reliability of observer: No opinion 8. Notes relative to observer on a. Sightings in general: None b. How attention was drawn to objects: Directly in flight path. (1) Sound: Unknown (2) Motion: Stationary (3) Glint of light: Glint of light on canopy. 9. Witnesses: None 10. Comments of interrogator re intelligence and character of person interrogated: No opinion. [page 41] CONFIDENTIAL MDT 000.92 Subj: Unadentified Flying Objects 1. Teletype sequences of local weather conditions: 25,000' overcast - 1200 scattered 2. Winds aloft report: Not given. 3. Local flight schedules of commercial, private and military aircraft flying in vicinity at the time: Unknown. 4. Possibility releases of testing devices in vicinity sent aloft by Ordnance, Navy, Air Force, Army, Weather Units, Research Organizations or any other: Unknown. 5. If object contacted carch, obtain soil sampled within and without depression or spot where object landed for purposes of mak- ing comparison of soils: Unknown. 6. If object came sufficiently near other aircraft or known objects, check surfaces with Geiger counters for possible radio- activity. Make comparisons with other unaffected aircraft objects: Unknown. 7. Obtain photographs: None 8. Not obtained. 9. Obtain fragments or physical evidence where possible: None HOWELL P. McCORKLE Major, USAF Commanding DISTRIBUTION: cc: Chief of Staff, Hq USAF Commander, MATS CO, FS CONFIDENTIAL 5 [page 43] AI B HAMILTON FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER HAMILTON AIR FORCE BASE HAMILTON FIELD, CALIFORNIA SRF 319.1 2 MAY 1949 SUBJECT: Report on Unidentified Flying Objects TO: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Dayton, Ohio ATTENTION: MOIAXO-3 1. Reference Flight Service Regulation 200-4, which directs a complete report will be rendered. 2. copy of inclosed teletype report from this center contains all information available to the Hamilton Flight Service Center on un- identified flying objects. This report was received from Mr. Marvin L. Small, a radio operator from the CAA Radio Station at Elko, Nevada, on 2. May 1949. FOR THE COMMANDING OFFICER: I Incl Cpy TUX to CG, AMC fr HRSC, dtd 2 May 49 <signature> WILLIAM D. JAMESON 1st Lt, USAF Adjutant Copy furnished: Chief of Staff, USAF ATTN: Dir of Intelligence Comdr, MATS, Wash 20, DC ATTN: Chief, Intell Div CO, Flt Sv, Wash 25, DC ATTN: A-2 CONFIDENTIAL [page 44] P Y USHER CO 78TH FTR WG HAMILTON AFB HAMILTON CALIF -CONFIDENTIAL CG AIR MATERIEL COMDG WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OHIO PRIORITY CO FLT SV WASH 25 DC # OLMSTED FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER Olmsted Air Force Base MIDDLETOWN, PENNSYLVANIA (cont.) ## RELATIVE TO RADAR SIGHTINGS (cont.) X GOVT PREPAID HAM HF HFSC 2 DASH E DASH 8 PD ATTN MIKE CHARLIE ITEM ABLE XRAY OBOE DASH THREE PD FOL MSG RECD FROM SALT LAKE AIR ROUTE TRAFFIC CONTROL AT 1140 MST TWO MAY FOUR NINE CLN QUOTE MR MARVIN LOVE SMALL CMA A RADIO OPERATOR FROM THE CHARLIE ABLE ABLE RADIO STA AT ELKO CMA NEV CMA CALLED FROM HIS HOME TO ELKO RADIO AND ADVISED HE SAW WHAT APPEARED TO BE THREE FLYING DISCS IN THE VICINITY OF ELKO GOING SOUTHWEST PD THEY REMAINED IN THE VICINITY THREE OR FOUR MINUTES PD MR SMALL ENTERED HOUSE TO GET FIELD GLASSES CMA THRU GLASSES THEY APPEARED TO BE THIRTY FEET IN DIAMETER AT APPROX FOURTEEN THOUSAND FT PD THEY MADE LEFT TURN AND DEPARTED AHEAD OF UNITED AIR LINES PLANE DEPARTING ELKO PD SPEED ESTIMATED AT THREE TO FOUR HUNDRED MIIES PER HR PD UNITED AIR LINES PILOT DID NOT SEE THEM FD UNQUOTE PAR ONLY MIL ACFT IN THE VICINITY AT THAT TIME WAS ONE BAKER DASH TWO SIX PD WEATHER AT ELKO CLEAR CMA VISIBILITY THREE ZERO MILES OR GREATER PD PD SGD PEDRAZZINI COMDG HFSC I CERTIFY THAT IT IS ESSENTIAL THIS MSG BE TRANSMITTED BY ELECTRICAL MEANS AND THAT ORDINARY OR AIR MAIL WILL NOT SUFFICE IN ITS DELIVERY HAROLD O PEDRAZZINI LT COL USAF COMDG HFSC 21452 2 MAY 49 [page 46] Classification of SECRET Authorized by <signature> EDM 15-6-49 co 21430 AWW Flynn, HEADQUARTERS 2143D AIR WEATHER WING APO 925 WGI 350 16 JUN 1949 SUBJECT: Semi-Monthly Intelligence Summary TO Commanding General Military Air Transport Service Washington 25, D.C. In accordance with provisions of letter, Headquarters, Air Weather Service, subject as above, file A-2, WEA 350.05, the following report is submitted for the period ending 15 June 1949. # OLMSTED FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER Olmsted Air Force Base MIDDLETOWN, PENNSYLVANIA (cont.) ## RELATIVE TO RADAR SIGHTINGS (cont.) 1. During a test hop of an RB 29, a radar operator from the 514th Reconnaissance Squadron (VLR) Weather, made the following observations; and report: north Muam ir 2 our Bar, Marianas Selande, took off On Monday, the 2nd of May, 1949, we took off in aircraft number 45-21824 for the purpose of test hopping the ship. Take off was made at approximately 1500K. The radar set was turned on at approximately 1515K and was tuned in. Guam and Rota were picked up by radar and after about ten (10) minutes of operation some type of interference was noticed on the scope. It came in in the same form as a regular range marker except that the pulses were approximately ten (10) miles apart. They only covered the area covered by Guam plus about five (5) degrees on either side of the island. The scope was on the one hundred (100) mile range. As the range was the interference grew larger on the scope. On an attached sheet he reduced ere is a sketch of the scope as it appeared with the interference drawn in. I do not believed that what was picked up on this flight was intentional jamming. # OLMSTED FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER Olmsted Air Force Base MIDDLETOWN, PENNSYLVANIA (cont.) ## COMMENT The operator who made the above observation is one of the 514th Reconnaissance Squadrons' most experienced radar operators and is very proficient in the operation of radar equipment. He checked the set after landing and could find no malfunctions. 21. On the 8th of June 1949, at a position of 12° 25°N and 140° 20°E, an RB 29 aircraft from the 514th Reconnaissance Squadron made the following sighting: At 11092 while flying a heading of 80 degrees, at 18500 ft on a routine Vulture Baker weather reconnaissance mission, a white billowing substance was sighted at an altitude of 30000 to 35000 ft. The sighting I was made by two crew members, 1st Lt. Ernest Swanson, weather observer and M/Sgt Walter Rogers engineer. What appeared to be a traveling contrail was 00408 SECRET [page 48] Classification of SECRET Authorized by CO 2143 (WWD) 8AM 15-6-99 Ltr to CG MATS fr Hq, 2143d AWW, Subj: "Semi-Monthly Intelligence Summary" moving from east north east to west south west at an estimated speed of 4200 miles per hour, this speed was determined by means of triangulation, the sub- stance was observed at a relative bearing of approximately 45 degrees to the heading of the aircraft at a distance of 30 miles, substance disappeared from view approximately one minute after first sighting at a relative bearing of approximately 160 degrees. The substance was traveling in a straight line and was definitely white, a three quarter moon made visibility excellent. No sketches or photographs are available. The above information was sent by radio from the 514th to the Continental Weather Wing, Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. [page 50] Classification of SECRET Authorized by CO. 2143a www LGM 15-6-49 APPEARANCE OF THE SCOPE AND THE INTERFERENCE SCOPE WAS ON THE 100 MILE RANGE Ind #1 SECRET [page 51] Mats CHAV-N. I. 96-1943 v.) By Flying # ISSUED BY THE INTELLIGENCE DIVISION TEFIOR NAVAL OPERATIONS NAVY CLASSIFICATION CONFIDENTIAL # INTELLIGENCE REPORT (Reference to this report must specify Serial No., Place and Date.) Serial 13-49 at Kodiak, Alaska Date 25 April, 1949 (Start new series each year, i.e., 1-43, 2-43) From DIO-17ND Monograph Index Guide No. IFI (See Special Note) (Ship, fleet, unit, district, office, station, or person) Make separate report for each main title. See O. N. L. Index Guide. Reference DIO-17ND Secret NNI-96, Serial 4-S-48, dated 13 February 1948 (Directive, correspondence, previous related report, etc., if applicable) Source Informants named in report (As official, personal observation, publication, press, conversation with --- Identify when practicable, etc.) Evaluation B - O A-4 to F-O etc. Ref.: A8/EN 3-10; SER. 4312416-11-18-42 Subject US/ALASKA = Meteorological Phenomena = Luminous Energy (Nation reported on) (Main title as per index guide) (Subtitles) (Make separate report for each title) BRIEF. (Here enter careful summary of report, containing substance succinctly stated; Include important facts, names, places, dates, etc.) # INTELLIGENCE REPORT (cont.) ## POSSIBLE METEOROLOGICAL OR CELESTIAL PHENOMENA. BRIEF: A manifestation of luminous energy was observed on the night of 8 April 1949 passing over the U.S. Naval Operating Base, Kodiak, Alaska. NOTE: This information is as of 8 April 1949. AF69417 SPECIAL NOTE & Inasmuch as the Intelligence File Index, 1948 Edition, does not contain an index relative to celestial or meteorological phenomena, as related in this report, no Index Guide Number has been incorporated. ENCLOSURE & (A) Photostatic copy of a drawing made by Paul Herring indicating course of atmospheric disturbance on 8 April 1949. # INTELLIGENCE REPORT (cont.) ## POSSIBLE METEOROLOGICAL OR CELESTIAL PHENOMENA. (cont.) 1. Deputy U.S. Marshal Paul HERRING, Kodiak, Alaska, reported to the Intelli- gence Officer on 11 April 1949 that he observed a celestial manifestation cross- ing the sky above the US, Naval Operating Base, Kodiak, Alaska, 8 April 1949 at approximately 2030 hours. According to Mr. HERRING, he saw a flaming greenish- blue object plummet across the sky at an altitude of 2,500 feet at an estimated speed of 1,500 miles per hour. This disturbance, stated Mr. HERRING, was first observed abovo Anton Larson Bay, (See Enclosure (A)), moving from West to East on a course that approximately paralleled the East-West runways of the U.S. Naval Air Station, Kodiak, Alaska, and was visible for approximately 15 seconds when the flame disappeared in the vicinity of Puffin Island, Chiniak Bay. In the opinion of Mr. HERRING, the object was not a meteor as it was too large and there were no sparks which are generally observed associated with such phenomena. He stated that his first impression was that it was either a jet fighter or that an air- craft was on fire. This opinion was dissipated when he THIS REPORT CONSISTS OF TWO (2) PAGES. Distribution By Originator ONI, CINCPACFLT, CINCAL, CG-USARAL, CG-AAC # INTELLIGENCE REPORT (cont.) ## POSSIBLE METEOROLOGICAL OR CELESTIAL PHENOMENA. (cont.) | Routing space below for | use in O. N. I. | | | CLASSIFICATION | |-|-|-|-|-| | | | N 03756 | | COM | | CIA (5) | Op.322F2 (2) OR13-1 ALASKA | Op.322F2 (2) OR13-1 ALASKA | Op.322F2 (2) OR13-1 ALASKA | Op.322F2 (2) OR13-1 ALASKA | | State (6) | | 322F181 | | | | ID GS USA (7) | | 321E (2) | | | | I USAR (6) | | 322Y (4) | | ENCL. (A) (3 ccs) | | | | 322H2 | | Op.322F2 1 cc | | | | | | II GS USA 1 cc | | | M3B/15 (2) | | | DI USAF 1 cc | [page 52] ## DIO-17MD, Serial 13-49 23 April 1949 Subject: US/ALASKA Leteorological Phenomena - Luminous Energy # INTELLIGENCE REPORT (cont.) ## DIO-17MD, Serial 13-49 (cont.) called the Naval Air Base and learned there were no aircraft of any description in the air in the vicinity of the Naval Air Station. 2. Lieutenant Commander D. SHEPARD, US, Operations Officor, U.S. Naval Operating Baso, Kodiak, Alaska, reported that while standing near the NOB Post Office o had observed a strange object streaking across the sky, near Old Woman Mountain", on 8 April 1949 at approximately 2040 hours. Lieutenant Commander SHEPARD described the object as a reddish ball of fire approximately two (2) feet in diameter traveling from West to East at an estimated 2,500 feet altitude. "The object was a brilliant color, without a tail, traveling with a flat trajectory of decline between 21 and 20 degrees. It seemed to disintegrate over Chiniak Bay" was Lieutenant Commander SIEPARD's report of his observation. No opinion as to the nature of the object was advanced by Lieutenant Commander SHEPARD. # INTELLIGENCE REPORT (cont.) ## DIO-17MD, Serial 13-49 (cont.) 3. Lawrence B. SHAW, taxicab driver, Arrow Cab, Kodiak, Alaska, stated that he was enroute from the Enlisted Mens Club to the Administration Building on 8 April 1949, when he saw a strange bright blue object streak across the sky at approximately 2035 hours. To SHAW, the object appeared to be about 1-1/2 feet in diameter trailed by a three (3) foot streamer which was "pinkish in shading". This object, stated SHAW, appeared in the sky over Old Woman Mountain traveling on a West to East course at an estimated altitude of 2,500 feet. It was losing altitude at an estimated 25 degrees and, if it continued on it's course, it would have struck Chiniak Bay off Nyman Peninsula. To SHAW, the object appeared to disintegrate as bright particles flow from the object as it passed beyond Nyman Peninsula. SHAW was of the firm opinion that the object he saw was not a meteor or shooting star which he has seen on numerous occasions. # INTELLIGENCE REPORT (cont.) ## DIO-17MD, Serial 13-49 (cont.) 40 Paul KREUGER, Bus Driver, U.S. Naval Operating Base, Kodiak, Alaska, reported that he was driving his bus on 8 April 1949, when at 2045 hours, he observed a strange greenish-blue object flash across the sky from the vicinity of Old Woman Ibuntain to Nyman Peninsula (West to East direction). KREUGER described the object as being 1-1/2 feet in diameter and approximately 10 feet long. He stated the object was approximately 500 feet high as it passed over hangar 3 of the Air Station and it would have landed in Chiniak Bay off Hyman Peninsula but it faded from his view when it passed over the Peninsula. "It had the appearance of a large greenish tracer shell", stated KREUGER. 5. U. S. Navy Weather Contral, U.S. Naval Operating Base, Kodiak, Alaska, reported the woather for 8 April 1949 at 2000 hours as follows: | Ceiling: | 3,000 feet, scattered clouds, 3/10 coverage. | |-|-| | Visibility: | 15 miles. | | ind: | North-Northwost, 15 knots. | | Temperature: | 27 degrees. | 6. No emission of noiso by the object was reported by the observers. # INTELLIGENCE REPORT (cont.) ## COMMENT: As the above statements are approximately the same in position, altitude, course and time of the luminous manifestation, it's existence has been evaluated as probable. However, as the shape, size and color of the object have been variously described and as unsuccessful efforts have been made to determine the nature of the phenomena with no further information available, no valuation of the nature of the atmospheric disturbance has been made. -20 [page 54] серги [ ] Bama Flying kle Folder. AF FORM 112-PART I APPROVED 1 JUNE 1948 CONFIDENTIAL (CLASSIFICATION) COUNTRY: United States REPORT NO.: IR-18-49 (LEAVE BLANK): <signature> # AIR INTELLIGENCE INFORMATION REPORT SUBJECT Forwarding Inclosure AREA REPORTED ON: Kodiak, Alaska FROM (Agency): Intelligence Division, Alaskan Air Command DATE OF REPORT: 28 April 1949 DATE OF INFORMATION: 14 April 1949 EVALUATION: B-6 PREPARED BY (Officer): R. E. Smythe, 1st Lt., USAF SOURCE: <empty> REFERENCES (Control number, directive, previous report, etc., as applicable): RAD from CG, AAC to USAF, AAQID-6-2468, DTC 230210Z SUMMARY: (Enter concise summary of report. Give significance in final one-sentence paragraph. List inclosures at lower left. Begin text of report on AF Form 112—Part II.) Inclosed is Intelligence Report issued by the Office of Chief of Naval Operations dated 23 April 1949, Subject: "Daylight - Meteorological Phenomena - Luminous Objects". OCR DAY Major, SAF Director of intelligence # AIR INTELLIGENCE INFORMATION REPORT (cont.) 1 INCLS. ONI Intell Rpt 13-49 from Kodie DISTRIBUTION BY ORIGINATOR DI, Alaskan Command (incl w/d) NOTE: THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS INFORMATION AFFECTING THE NATIONAL DEFENSE OF THE UNITED STATES WITHIN THE MEANING OF THE ESPIONAGE ACT, 50 U. S. C.- 31 AND 32, AS AMENDED. ITS TRANSMISSION OR THE REVELATION OF ITS CONTENTS IN ANY MANNER TO AN UNAUTHORIZED PERSON IS PROHIBITED BY LAW. IT MAY NOT BE REPRODUCED IN WHOLE OR IN PART, BY OTHER THAN UNITED STATES AIR FORCE AGENCIES, EXCEPT BY PERMISSION OF THE DIRECTOR OF INTELLIGENCE, USAF. CONFIDENTIAL (CLASSIFICATION) 16-55569 1 U. 5. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE [page 55] #66320 OPNAV-N. I. 96-1943 (Rev.) By CLASSIFICATION CONFIDENTIAL ISSUED BY THE INTELLIGENCE DIVISION OFFICE OF CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS NAVY DEPARTMENT INTELLIGENCE REPORT (Reference to this report must specify Serial No., Place and Date.) Kodiak, Alaska Date 25 April, 1949 Serial 13-49 at - (Start new series each year, i.e. 1-49, 2-49,) From: DIO-17ND (Ship, fleet, unit, district, office, station, or person) Make separate report for each main title. See O. N. L. Index Guide. Reference: DIO-17ND Secret NNI-96, Serial 4-S-48, dated 15 February 1948 (Directive, correspondence, previous related report, etc., if applicable) Source: Informants named in report (As official, personal observation, publication, press, conversation with — identify when practicable, etc.) Evaluation: B - 0 A-I to F-O etc. Ref.: AS/EN 3-10; SER. 4312416—11.18-42 Subject: US/ALASKA - Ktmeteorological Phenomena - Luminous Energy (Nation reported on) (Main title as per Index guide) (Subtitles) (Make separate report for each title) BRIEF. (Here enter careful summary of report, containing substance succinctly stated; Include important facts, names, places, dates, etc.) # AIR INTELLIGENCE INFORMATION REPORT (cont.) ## POSSIBLE METEOROLOGICAL OR CELESTIAL PHENOMENA. BRIEF A manifestation of luminous energy was observed on the night of 8 April 1949 passing over the U.So Naval Operating Base, Kodiak, Alaska. NOTE: This information is as of 8 April 1949. SPECIAL NOTE: Inasmuch as the Intelligence File Index, 1948 Edition, does not contain an index relative to celestial or meteorological phenomena, as related in this report, no Index Guide Number has been incorporated. ENCLOSURE (A)Photostatic copy of a drawing made by Paul Herring indicating course of atmospheric disturbance on 8 April 1949. # AIR INTELLIGENCE INFORMATION REPORT (cont.) ## POSSIBLE METEOROLOGICAL OR CELESTIAL PHENOMENA. (cont.) 1. Deputy U.S. Marshal Paul HERRING, Kodiak, Alaska, reported to the Intelli- gence Officer on 11 April 1949 that he observed a celestial manifestation cross- ing the sky above the U.S. Naval Operating Base, Kodiak, Alaska, 8 April 1949 at approximately 2030 hours. According to Mr. HERRING, he saw a flaming greenish- blue object plummet across the sky at an altitude of 2,500 feet at an estimated speed of 1,500 miles per hour. This disturbance, stated Mr. HERRING, was first observed above Anton Larson Bay, (See Enclosure (A)), moving from West to East on a course that approximately paralleled the East-West runways of the U.S. Naval Air Station, Kodiak, Alaska, and was visible for approximately 15 seconds when the flame disappeared in the vicinity of Puffin Island, Chiniak Bay. In the opinion of Mr. HERRING, the object was not a meteor as it was too large and there were no sparks which are generally observed associated with such phenomena. He stated that his first impression was that it was either a jet fighter or that an air- craft was on fire. This opinion was dissipated when he THIS REPORT CONSISTS OF TWO (2) PAGES. [page 56] CONFIDENTIAL MOTOSTAT DIO-17ND, Serial 13-49 23 April 1949 Subjects US/ALASKA Heteorological Phenomena Luminous Energy called the Naval Air Base and learned there were no aircraft of any description in the air in the vicinity of the Naval Air Station. # AIR INTELLIGENCE INFORMATION REPORT (cont.) ## POSSIBLE METEOROLOGICAL OR CELESTIAL PHENOMENA. (cont.) 2. Lieutenant Commander D. SHEPARD, US, Operations Officer, U.S. Haval Operating Baso, Kodiak, Alaska, reportod that while standing near the NOB Post Office he had observed a strange object streaking across the sky, near Old Woman Mountain", on 8 April 1949 at approximately 2040 hours. Lieutenant Commandor SHEPARD described the object as a reddish ball of fire approximately two (2) feet in diameter traveling from West to East at an estimated 2,500 feet altitude. "The object was a brilliant color, without a tail, traveling with a flat trajectory of decline between 21 and 20 degrees. It seemed to disintegrate over Chiniak Bay" was Lieutenant Commander SHEPARD's report of his observation. No opinion as to the nature of the object was advanced by Lieutenant Commander SHEPARD # AIR INTELLIGENCE INFORMATION REPORT (cont.) ## POSSIBLE METEOROLOGICAL OR CELESTIAL PHENOMENA. (cont.) 3. Lawrence B. SHAW, taxicab driver, Arrow Cab, Kodiak, Alaska, stated that he was enroute from the Enlisted Mens Club to the Administration Building on 8 April 1949, when he saw a strange bright blue object streak across the sky at approximately 2035 hours. To SHAW, the object appeared to be about 1-1/2 feot in diameter trailed by a three (3) foot streamer which was "pinkish in shading". This object, stated SHAW, appeared in the sky over Old Woman Mountain traveling on a West to East course at an estimated altitude of 2,500 feet. It was losing altitude at an estimated 25 degrees and, if it continued on it's course, it would have struck Chiniak Bay off Nyman Peninsula. To SHAW, the object appeared to disintegrate as bright particles flow from the object as it passed beyond Nyman Peninsula. SHAW was of the firm opinion that the object he saw was not a meteor or shooting star which he has seen on numerous occasions. # AIR INTELLIGENCE INFORMATION REPORT (cont.) ## POSSIBLE METEOROLOGICAL OR CELESTIAL PHENOMENA. (cont.) 4. Paul KREUGER, Bus Driver, U.S. Naval Operating Base, Kodiak, Alaska, reported that he was driving his bus on 8 April 1949, when at 2045 hours, he observed a strange greenish-bluo object flash across the sky from the vicinity of Old Woman Mountain to Nyman Peninsula (West to East direction). KREUGER described the object as being 1-1/2 feet in diamotor and approximately 10 feet long. He stated the object was approximately 500 feet high as it passed over hangar 5 of the Air Station and it would have landed in Chiniak Bay off Kyman Peninsula but it faded from his view when it passed over the Peninsula. It had the appearance of a large greenish tracer shell", stated KRUGER. 5. U.S. Navy Weather Central, U.S. Naval Operating Base, Kodiak, Alaska, reported the weather for 8 April 1949 at 2000 hours as follows: | Ceilings | 3,000 feet, scattered clouds, 8/10 coverage. | |-|-| | Visibilitys | 15 miles. | | Winds | North-Northwest, 15 knots, | | Temperature: | 27 degrees. | 6. Ho emission of noise by the object was reported by the observors. COMENT # AIR INTELLIGENCE INFORMATION REPORT (cont.) ## POSSIBLE METEOROLOGICAL OR CELESTIAL PHENOMENA. (cont.) [page 58] CMATS RESTRICTED capt Hatte File CARSWELL FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER Carswell Air Force Base Fort Worth, Texas MDG: 1vb FW 319.1 14 April 1949 SUBJECT: Report of Unidentified Flying Objects TO: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson AF Base, Ohio Attention: MCIAXO-3 1. In compliance with FS Regulation 200-4, subject "Unidentified Flying Objects" dated 2 November 1948, in reference to letter, Headquarters, USAF, subject: "Reporting of Information on 'Flying Discs, "", dated 6 February 1948, the following report is submitted. 2. An unidentified flying object was seen over Fort Worth, Texas, on 15 April 1949, at approximately 21050, by 1st Lt Robert A. Francis, who called it to the attention of Captain Stanley Borowski. Both officers are assigned to the Carswell Flight Service Center, Carswell Air Force Base, Fort Worth, Texas. # AIR INTELLIGENCE INFORMATION REPORT (cont.) ## POSSIBLE METEOROLOGICAL OR CELESTIAL PHENOMENA. (cont.) 3. Subject officers had just returned from a local flight and were standing by their aircraft on the flight line. The weather at time object was sighted reported by Carswell Air Force Base was clear and visibility of eight miles. No photographs are available. Object was round and in the shape of a ball, very silver in color. It was traveling at a tremendous rate of speed, estimated to be over 1000 miles per hour, altitude was very hard to judge and cannot be estimated correctly; however, object seemed to be clearly visible. Lieutenant Francis saw the object appear on the horizon in the north northwest direction, it seemed to fly horizontally in the direction of south southeast. It did not appear to burn out, but suddenly disappeared. No sound was heard. The exhaust trail seemed to be proximately three times the size of the object and also was silver in color. The exhaust consisted of silver streaks and star shaped figures. The object definitely did not appear to be a jet or meteor. Its speed was far in excess of any jet speed witnessed by officers. The entire sighting took place in a matter of a few seconds. A check of the Carswell Flight Service flight following racks showed no jet aircraft flying in this area at time object was sighted. SEVICE CEHLE [page 59] DILGOCOR 0:00 2TA OJCA JJA 2 pH :00 TRANS sonsyffist APR 14 12 40 PM 249 ARSWELL FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER 978 [page 60] HEADQUARTERS SECRET [page 61] RECEIVES RECEIVED S MATS MESSAGE CENTER G. M.T MAR 26 12 1949 U. & A. F. MILITARY AIR TRANSPORT SKAVICE 10/11 # INCOMING CLASSIFIED MESSAGES (cont.) CT HEADQUARTERS SEORET MILITARY AIR TRANSPORT SERVICE CR NBR: 05/23 DTG: 221850Z PRECEDENCE: PP PRIORITY INCOMING CLASSIFIED MESSAGES FROM: NFLD BASE COMD FT PEPPERRELL NFLD TO : HQ MATS ATIN INTELLIGENCE DIV refers to X 0 2 7 4 Ref GB 211930 Ref GB 192130 Monika REF NBR: EN 676 PRIORITY SCOPE OF POSSIBILITIES PREVENT PROPER EVALUATION OF GOOSE BAY RADIOS DTG TWO ONE ONE NINE THREE ZERO ZEBRA FEB AND DTG ONE NINE TWO ONE THREE ZERO ZEBRA MAR CMA INFO COPIES OF WHICH WERE ADDRESSED YOUR HQ PD INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT THIS HQ INDICATES REPORTED FLIGHTS DID NOT ORIGINATE OR TERMINATE IN THIS COMD AREA PD REPORTS INDICATE ACTIVITY REPORTED IN GREENLAND LAST SUMMER MAY HAVE BEEN EXTENDED OR SHIFTED TO NORTH AMERICAN CONTINENT PD REQUEST YOUR HQ CHECK APPROPRIATE UNITED STATES AND CANADIAN SOURCES OF FLIGHTS THAT MAY HAVE ENTERED SPECIFIED AREA AT TIMES INDICATED IN REFERENCED MESSAGES CMA EVALUTATE INFORMATION AND ADVISE THIS HQ RESULTS MATE ACTION COPY ASSIGNED TO: PL/INT Information copies were distributed to: SECRET correspondence not required. Handle as correspon per paragraphs 511 and 60a(4). AR 580-5, 15 August 1946. Letter sent Day I, USAF 23 Mar 49 дн march CY- [x] OF- [x] CYS MATS CM-IN <signature> 23 SECRET Form Ha-AG-54 (28 June 1948) [page 63] BW HEADQUARTERS MILITARY AIR TRANSPORT SERVICE SECRET CR NBR 02/20 DTG 192130Z PRECEDENCE PP INCOMING CLASSIFIED MESSAGES FROM: HQ SAC TO HQ AMC INFO: HQ USAF, HQ MATS, HQ NFLD BASE COMD, DIRECTORATE OF INTEL HQ USAF CMA CHIEF OF IN TELL DIV MATS AND ABLE CHARLIE SLANT SUGAR INTELL NBC. REF NER: F REF PROJ SIGN PD MSG ROM CO DET XTAL ONE CMA FORT CHIMO CMA QUEBEC CMA STATED UN IDENTIFIED OBJECT SIGHTED THAT STATION ONE NINE FIVE ZERO ZERO ZEBRA ONE EIGHT MARCH FOUR NINE CMA OBJECT DISPLAYED RED LIGHT SAME AS ACFT CMA APPROX ONE ZERO THOUSAND FEET ALT PD ESTIMATED SPEED TWO HUNDRED MILES PER HOUR PD DIRECTION OF ELIGHT WAS WEST TO EAST CMA REMAINED IN SIGHT FOR APPROX THREE MINUTES PD NO SOUND WAS HEARD PD OBJECT SIGHTED BY FOUR RELIABLE WITNESSES PD ADDITIONAL INFO WILL BE FURNISHED UPON COMPLETION OF INVESTIGATION FROM THIS STATION. MATS ACTION COPY ASSIGNED TO PL/INT Information copies were distributed to: <empty> LOG Paraphrase not required. Handle as SECRET correspondence per paragraphs 51i and 60a(4), AR 380-5, 15 August 1946. march CY_____/____OF_____CYS SECRET X-0227 MATS CM-IN Form Hq-AG-54 (28 June 1948) [page 64] 23 Feb PARTMENT OF THE ARM MATS # STAFF MESSAGE CENTER [page 65] RESTRICTED MARCH FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER Merch Air Force Base, California DMZ 860.112 # INCOMING CLASSIFIED MESSAGE (cont.) 1 March 1949 SUBJECT: Information of Unidentified Flying Object. TO: Commanding General, Air Materiel Command, Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. ATTENTION: MCIAXO-3. # INCOMING CLASSIFIED MESSAGE (cont.) 1. In accordance with letter, Headquarters, USAF, subject: "Reporting of Information on "Flying Dises"," " dated 6 February 1948 and Flight Service Regulation 200-4, the following information of unidentified flying object is forwarded as received by March Flight Service Center from Air Route Traffic Control, Los Angeles. 8.4 1st Lt. John T. Smith, pilot of Air Force 7346, T-11 on a round robin flight from Fresno Air Terminal, California to Los Angeles and return, reported that he was circled by a jet propelled blimp while over Sandberg Pass, about 40 miles south of Bakersfield, California at 2030 P, 28 February 1949. The speed of the object was estimated at 500 MPH, flying at an altitude of nine thousand feet. The object then disappeared on a heading of 180°. b. Weather reported for Sandberg Pass at 2030 P was twenty thousand feet thin scattered clouds, visibility 10 miles, temperature 36, dew point 34, wind south 7, altimeter 3007. Remarks to the se- quence weather were: Visibility west 1 mile, fog ceiling and visi bility variable due to scattered stratas drifting over station. Conditions radically changing. c. No other information of object's size, shape, speed, or color, is available. [page 66] # TRANSMITTED MAR 2 4 47 PM '49 MARCH FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER [page 67] # MPSC MARCH AIR FORCE BASE, CALIFORNIA COMMANDER, MATS WASH DC ATTN: STAT CONTROL SECTION UNCLASSIFIED ROUTINE CO FLIGHT SERVICE WASH DO # MPSC MARCH AIR FORCE BASE, CALIFORNIA (cont.) | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | DMZ 0004 C PD RCS AF-SC-A1A AS OF 28 FEB 49 SUBMITTED CIN | |-|-|-|-|-|-|-|-|-|-|-|-|-|-|-|-|-| | A | B | C | | | T | G | | I | K | | L | 募 | | P | Q | R | | B-25J | G1 | 1 | 612 | 578 | 294 | 168 | 0 | 126 | 56 | | 11 | 1 | 12 | 68 | 7523 | 0 | | C-47B | C1 | 1 | 672 | 366 | 306 | 72 | @ | 234 | 80 | | 22 | 3 | 28 | 57 | 6848 | 0 | | C-45F | 01 | | 1176 | 360 | 816 | 672 | 0 | 144 | 69 | | 21 | 2 | 16 | 62 | 26360 | | | TOTAL | 01 | 4 | 2520 | 1104 | 1416 | 912 | 0 | 504 | 205 | | 54 | 6 | 56 | 187 | 17047 | O | | PD END | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | [page 68] ## TRANSMITTED MAR 2 1 16 PM $49 MARCH FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER [page 69] SECRET [page 70] # Chance-Vought V-173 or XF5U-1 U.S.Navy Incl. 1 [page 71] SECRET 13 Feb HEADQUARTERS MILITARY AIR TRANSPORT SERVICE # INCOMING CLASSIFIED MESSAGES # INCOMING CLASSIFIED MESSAGES (cont.) CR 1 3/12 S,A DTG 11180007 PRECEDENCE MATS PRIORITY ACTION COPY FROM: FT PEPPERELL, NFLD TO : CG AMC-ATTN MCIA XO DASH THREE INFO: CS USAF HQ MATS ATTN INTELLIGENCE DIVISION TO : CG AMC-ATTN MCIA XO DASH THREE INFO: CS USAF HQ MATS ATTN INTELLIGENCE DIVISION REF NER: CITE XRAY CHARLIE ZERO ONE EIGHT ACTION ASSIGNED TO: PL/INT Information copies were distributed to WILLIAM WELTS OF PEEPERS CROSSING AND JIM BURNES OF CURLING EAST NEWFOUNDLAND OBSERVED BURNING OBJECT AT ZERO SIX FIVE FIVE LOCAL TIME ONE ONE FEBRUARY FOUR NINE TRAVELING SOUTHEAST THROUGH AIR AT ALTITUDE ONE THOUSAND FEET WHILE WAITING FOR BUS PD BUS DRIVER ALSO SAW IT PD VISIBILITY UNLIMITED PD OBJECT CAME UP OVER HORIZON AND DISAPPEARED BEHIND TWO THOUSAND FOOT HILL PD WHETHER IT LANDED UNKNOWN PD VISIBLE FROM FIVE TO ONE ZERO MINUTES PD GLOWING WHEN LIGHTED CMA FADED CMA THEN PUT ON SECOND BURST AT WHICH TIME FLAMING EXHAUST ESTIMATED TO BE TWO HUNDRED YARDS LONG PD NO SOUND PD WELLS WAS ONLY WITNESS INTERVIEWED PD CONSIDERED RELIABLE BY POLICE CMA BUT IS INARTUCULATE PD REPORTED OCCURANCE BECAUSE HE THOUGHT IT COULD BE AIRCRAFT IN TROUBLE Paraphrase not required. Handle as SECRET correspondence per paragraphs 5li and 60a(4), AR 580-5; 15 August 1946. [page 72] RECEIVED BY RECEIVED MATS MESSAGE CENTER G. M. T. FEB 13 20 19 1949 U. S. A. F. MILITARY AIR TRANSPORT SERVICE [page 73] HEADQUARTERS MILITARY AIR TRANSPORT SERVICE SECRET # INCOMING CLASSIFIED MESSAGES SR CR NBR: 58/01 TRUE DTG: 230800Z DTG: 240400Z PRECEDENCE: PRIORITY FROM: FT PEPPEREL NFLD CRYPTO TO : CG MAMA INFO: CS USAF HQ MATS REF NBR: XRAY CHARLIE ZERO TWO ZERO ATTN INTEL PRIORITY REOURAD XRAY CHARLIE ZERO ONE EIGHT DTD ONE ZERO FEB FOUR NINE OBSERVATION WAS MADE FROM CURTING FOUR EIGHT DEGREES FIVE EIGHT N 5 8 ° W NORTH FIVE EIGHT DEGREES WEST X C 0 1 8 1 0 F 4 9 4 8 0 5 8 MATS ACTION COPY ASSIGNED TO [DPLYENT Information copies were distributed tea PRIORITY SECRET correspondence Paraphrase not required. Handle as per paragraphs 51i and 60a(4), AR 580-5, 15 August 1946. CY 1 OF 2 CYS MATS CM-IN X-0024 Form Hq-AG-54 (28 June 1948) [page 74] RECEIVED BY TIRE SEIVED MATS MESSAGE CENTER GMT MAR 1 21 26 1949 U. S. A. F. MILITARY 200 AIR TRANSPORT SERVICE [page 75] RESTRICTED dict. Flying # INCOMING CLASSIFIED MESSAGES (cont.) HEADQUARTERS 6TH WEATHER SQUADRON Albrook Air Force Base Canal Zone 17 February 1949 322 SUBJECT: Unidentified Aerial Objects Vicinity of San Andres Islands, Caribbean Sea TO: Commanding General Military Air Transport Service Washington 25, D. C. ATTENTION: AC/S, A-2 1. In accordance with Restricted letter, Headquarters, 2108th Air Weather Group, subject: Report on Information on "Flying Discs", dated 24 March 1948, the following report is submitted. 2. At 2030 hours on 8 February 1949, Captain McBride of the S. S. Antigua, A United Fruit vessel, berthed at Cristobal pier area, Canal Zone, was interviewed by Intelligence personnel, Caribbean Air Command, concerning three aerial objects sighted by officers of his ship on voy- age to Canal Zone from New Orleans, Louisiana. # INCOMING CLASSIFIED MESSAGES (cont.) 3. Captain McBride stated that the first object, which appeared to be a disc, was sighted at 1630 on 6 February 1949 at 12 degrees 30 minutes north latitude, 81 degrees 10 minutes west latitude, in the close vicinity of the San Andres Islands. The S. S. Antigua's course was 152 degrees at 16 knots. When sighted, the object was at an altitude of 60 degrees from the horizon as determined by the ship's sextant in the direction of 120 degrees. As it passes directly over the ship, several officers described it as a round, silver-colored sphere. Although McBride had difficulty in determining its height, he estimated the diameter as 12 to 14 inches. As it passed overhead, bearing 310 degrees, it changed color from silver to yellow to red and went out of sight in the dusk at an altitude of 22 de- grees. The wind at the time was estimated at force four, approximately 29. 4. At 1700 on the same date two more objects were sighted, one off the port bow at an altitude between 50 and 60 degrees, and the other off the starboard bow bearing 201 degrees at an altitude of 47 degrees. Both disappeared abeam in the dusk. None showed any luminousity or motivating power. [page 76] LE ds # INCOMING CLASSIFIED MESSAGES (cont.) RESTRICTED resulted in a balloon being in the area of the San Andres Islands is that located at Managua, Nicaragua. However, since no objects were seen to be attached to the discs, it seems improbable that a radiosonde train might have been involved. There is a possibility that a balloon broke free prior to release and subsequently developed a leak which caused it to drift into the area of the sighting. However, none of these possibili- ties account for the sighting of three objects within a thirty minute period. 6. On 7 February 1949 two Russian 300-ton sloops (Omar and Blesk) arrived at Colon, Republic of Panama, from St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, enroute to Valdivostok via Honolulu, Hawaii. The backtrack computation of wind and course and point of sighting lend a possibility that the objects were in free flight after release from these ships which followed a direct course from St Thomas to Colon. These two vessels are present- ly awaiting repairs at Colon. Two other vessels of the same type are presently in St Thomas undergoing repairs. Any further developments will be reported promptly. [page 78] [x] Val roger A circular stamp indicating: * **Status:** DISPATCHED * **Date:** 18 FEB 1949 * **Location:** HEADQUARTERS * **Unit:** 6th Weather Squadron The stamp also features a clock face with hours marked from 1 to 12. [page 79] CLIV/deg WRIGHT PATTERSON FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE DAYTON, OHIO 7 February 1949 SUBJECT: Report of Unidentified Flying Object TO: Commanding General Air lateriel Command Wright-Patterson AF Base, Chio ATTN: MCIAXO-3 The following report of an unidentified flying object is submitted in compliance with Flight Service Regulation 200-4. a. LOCATION AND TIME OF SIGHTING: Godman AFB, Ft Knox, Kentucky, 02508, 7 February 1949. b. WEATHER AT THE TIME: (1) 0230% Weather: Clear 10 miles visibility, 31.63 MB, temperature 31, dew point 29, wind W at 7, Kolzman Setting 29.99. (2) 03308 Weather: Clear 10 miles visibility, 31.69 KB, temperature 29, dew point 26, wind M at 4, Kolman Setting 30.01. c. NAMES, OCCUPATIONS, AND ADDRESSES OF WITNESSES: (1) Sgt Donald E. Ledbetter, Tower Operator, Ft Knox, Kentucky. (2) PFC Richard G. Dumphy, Weather Observer, Ft Knox, Kentucky. (3) PFC Richard E. Peterman, Weather Observer, Ft Knox, Kentucky. (4) Cpl Charles L. Rogers, occupation unknown, Ft Knox, Kentucky. d. PHOTOGRAPHS OF OBJECTS, IF AVAILABLE: None available. e. SKETCHES OF OBJECT'S CONFIGURATION: None. [page 80] 7 Feb 49 Subjects Report of Unidentified Flying Object f. OBJECT SIGHTED: (1) NUMBER: One. (2) SHAPE: No report. (3) SIZE: No report. (4) COLOR: Bright green, yellow, red. (5) SPEED Unknown. (6) HEADING: SW from Godman Field. (7) MANEUVERABILITY: Object appeared to be rotating. (8) ALTITUDE: Horizontal angle 242.5°, vertical angle 05.6°. (9) SOUND: No report. (10) EXHAUST TRAIL OR NOT: None. 8. GENERAL REMARKS: (1) At 02508, bright object sighted SW of Ft Knox, Kentucky by weather observers. Traced on Theodolite. Object appeared to be rotating with green, yellow and red colors. The object was getting dimmer as time passed. (2) At 0310, object disappeared in SW completely after a series of bright flashes. Copy Furnished: 1 - Chief of Staff, USAF, ATTN: Director of Intelligence 1 - Commander MATS, ATTN: Chief Intelligence Divn 1 - CO Flight Service, ATTN: A-2 CLARK L. MILLER Lt Colonel, USAF Commanding 2 [page 81] STAFF MESSAGE CENTER "PRIORITY Lat INCOMING CLASSIFIED MESSAGE PRIORITY PARAPHRAS NOT REQU From: COMCENAMC Wright-Patterson AFB Ohio cite COWPPFSC To: CO Flight Service Wash DC Nr: AT-542 # INCOMING CLASSIFIED MESSAGES (cont.) 7 February 1949 Unidentified flying object report. USAF 7 Feb 1949 0250 eastern. Weather at the time: 0230 Location and time of sighting: Godman AFB Ft Knox Ky DIST eastern weather clear 10 miles visibility 1016.3 MB, temp 31, dew point 29, wind west north west at 7, Kolzman ACTION setting 29.99. 0330 eastern weather: clear 10 miles visibility 1016.9 MB, temp 29, dew point 26, wing north west at 4, Kolzman setting 30.01. Names occupations and addresses of witnesses: Sgt Donald Ledbetter Tower Operator Fort Knox Ky, PFC Richard & Dumphy Weather Observer Fort Knox Ky, PFC Richard E Peterman Weather Observer Fort Knox Ky, Cpl Charles L Rogers occupation unknown Fort Knox Ky. OIN [page 82] RECEIVED BY RECEIVED MATS MESSAGE CENTER G. M. T. [page 83] CONFIDENTIAL HEADQUARTERS 2143D AIR WEATHER WING APO 925 -- FEB 3-1349 311.5 SUBJECT: Report of Sighting of Unidentified Phenomenon TO 2 Commanding General Far East Air Forces APO 925 ATTN: AC/S, A-2 1. In accordance with the provisions of letter, Headquarters, United States Air Force, subject: "Reporting of Information on 'Flying Discs", 26 February 1948, the following information is forwarded: a. Inclosures 1, 2 and 3 are reports received by the Japanese Central Meteorological Observatory in Tokyo. The observations indicated in these reports were taken by Japanese Weather personnel at the respective stations. b. Inclosure 4 indicates the location of the stations which observed the object and it's probable path and point of explosion or disappearance. C. Inclosures 5 and 6 are surface synoptic charts showing the weather existing over Japan at 06002 and 1200Z on 25 January, which times are approximately four and one half (4) hours before and one and one half (1) hours after the unidentified object was sighted. c. No information has been received other than that reported by the Japanese. [page 84] # REPORT ON AN ABNORMAL PHENOMENON Jan. 28, 1949. CMO., Tokyo A telegram was received from the Fukushima Weather Station (37°45'N, 140°28'E) stating as follows: At about 7.30 p.m., a glow pale in colour was seen flying. from northwest toward southeast, which fell with a roar like thunder.. The spot of descent seems to be Nakagori Village, Tamura County to the east of Koriyama (37°24'N, 140°23'E). Probably, it was a meteor. The detailed state is now under investigation. Incl 1 [page 85] ADDITIONAL REPORT ON THE GLOW PHENOMENON ON 25TH Jan. 27th, 1949. CMO., Tokyo In addition to the previous report on the glow from the Takayama Weather Station, we have received reports also from the other stations on the same phenomenon, stating as follows: 1. Iida Weather Station. Last night, we have observed in this district a phenomenon, probably be a fall of meteor. The following is the report for it. At Iida, at 19h 46m 30s, a pale glow was observed in the direction of Northeast at an altitude of 35° above the horizon, which moved almost horizontally through north toward west and then disappeared. This glow was as great as one and a half of the moon in diameter with considerable brightness. At about 19h 50m, a heavy sound was heard and doors trembled. This pheno menon have been observed in many places in the district of this station, of which report will be made after investigation. # REPORT ON AN ABNORMAL PHENOMENON (cont.) ## 2. Suwa Weather Station. At 19h 50m on 25th, a pale glow like meteor with a sound was observed at Suwa. This glow appeared in a distance of a few degree to the north-north-east of Betelguese in the Orion Constel- lation and moved almost to southeast, attaining its maximum brightness at an altitude of about 60° above horizon. It shined with palish white colour, the intensity of which was such that objects on the ground near the observer were clearly discernible for a moment illuminated by it. Thereafter, it became yellowish in colour, then yellowish red passing a point in the southwest and at an altitude of about 40°, and finally disappeared. The time elapsed for the above was 3 or 4 seconds. About 1 minute thereafter, a sound resembling to a distant thunder was heard, which continued for about 15 seconds, # REPORT OF AN ABNORMAL PHENOMENON Jan. 26, 1949. CMO., Tokyo. A telegram was received from the Takayama Weather Station (36°09'N, 137°15'E) stating as follows: At about 7.40 p.m. on 25th, a remarkable glow was experienced to the southeast of this station. This glow moved southwest- wards and then disappeared followed by a sound like thunder after a few minutes. This sound was rather loud in the vicinity of Osaka Town near this station.. According to a report from Miya Village, the glow appeared there almost overhead and, a few minutes later, a sound resembling to thunder was heard from the south. Summing up the reports by eye-witnesses, this phenomenon might be the explosion of a meteor. Also at Gifu, a glow was seen to the north-north-east at about the same instance as above, while in the Nagoya District Central Meteorological Observatory, no such a phenomenon was observed. Incl 3 [page 89] This is a weather chart depicting surface observations and isobars. Key entities include: * **Weather Stations:** Represented by circles with associated data (temperature, wind, etc.) and symbols indicating weather conditions. * **Isobars:** Lines connecting points of equal atmospheric pressure. * **Fronts:** Indicated by symbols (e.g., "L" for low-pressure system). * **Precipitation:** Shaded areas, likely indicating rain or snow. Specific data points visible include: * **Low-Pressure System:** Located over a landmass, with associated wind and pressure readings. * **Numerous individual station reports:** Showing varying temperatures, dew points, wind directions and speeds, and pressure tendencies. * **Isobar values:** Such as 1000, 1008, 1012, 1016, 1020, 1024, 1028, 1032, 1036, 1040, 1044. * **Date/Time Indicator:** "251200Z" which likely signifies December 25th at 12:00 Zulu time. [page 90] SEORET STANDARD FORM NO. 64 Office Memorandum # UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT ΤΟ : MATS A-2, ATTN: Capt. Hathaway DATE: 7 February 1949 AACS/A-2/CCR/mlb/2113 COMMENT NO. 1 # UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT (cont.) FROM AACS A-2 SUBJECT: Sighting of Unidentified Air Object Following information received from the 1810th AACS Group, Hickam AFB, re- garding the sighting of an unidentified air object, is quoted for your informa- tion: "ATTEMPT WAS MADE TO CHECK CHARLIE FIVE FOUR SUSPECTED OF RELEASING SIGHTED OBJECT BUT NO CHARLIE FIVE FOUR CONTACTED OR IN AREA AT ONE FOUR ZERO SEVEN LOCAL TIME PD HOWEVER THERE WERE TWO ROGER FIVE DOGS IN AREA WHICH IS NAVAL DESIGNATION FOR CHARLIE FIVE FOUR PD ONE LANDED AT ONE FIVE ZERO SIX BEARING NUMBER ZERO EIGHT SEVEN SEVEN AND TAKE OFF HAD BEEN FROM EWA MARINE BASE PD NOT LIKELY IN THE AREA AT ONE FOUR ZERO SEVEN PD SECOND ROGER FIVE DOG LANDED AT ONE FIVE FOUR EIGHT PD NUMBER SIX FOUR EIGHT SIX PD ALSO DEPARTED FROM EWA AND NOT LIKELY IN AREA PD ONLY OTHER CONTACT WAS CHARLIE FIVE FOUR AT ZERO NINE ZERO NINE LOCAL TIME AND WAS TRANS-PAC SHIP DEPARTING FOR JOHNSTON ISLAND PD IN VIEW OF LARGE NUMBER OF AIR FIELDS IN THIS AREA IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO DETERMINE WHETHER OR NOT OTHER CONTACTS WITH OTHER TOWERS WERE MADE AT THE TIME PD HOWEVER HICKAM CONTACTS DO NOT REVEAL ANY FURTHER INFO." <signature> ERNEST S. MOON Colonel, USAF Assistant Chief of Staff Intelligence & Security SECRET [page 91] SECRET STANDARD FORM NO. 64 Office Memorandum UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT TO : MATS A-2, ATTN: Capt. Hathaway FROM : AACs A-2 SUBJECT: Sighting of "Flying Discs" DATE: 8 February 1949 AACS/A-2/CCR/mlb/2113 COMMENT NO. 1 A strong possibility exists that the "flying disc" might have been a piece of cardboard, or light metallic substance carried aloft by the funneled air currents over Hickam. The nearby cane fields give off a considerable amount of moisture, thereby creating a "dead space." The prevailing winds striking this area are directed up- ward over the field, and hence could carry inanimate objects up with them. Then, too, the altitude given could be considerably off, inasmuch as the ob- ject sighted was thin. Judging heights of such objects is difficult enough, even if the object were 3-4 feet in thickness. Suggest you check records of Air Weather Service for confirmation of wind peculiarities over Hickam. 2 Incls 1. Cy ltr, 1810th AACS Gp, 8 Jan 49, w/2 ind 2. Cy msg, 71st AACS Gp, 050330Z Jan <signature> CHARLES C. ROBINSON Captain, USAF Checked with A&S and found updrafts occur in this area but not sufficient intensity to induce movement described in correspondence attached. <signature> M.H. SECRET [page 92] COPY SECRET # AIRWAYS AND AIR COMMUNICATIONS SERVICE HEADQUARTERS, 1810th AACS GROUP APO 953, c/o PM, San Francisco, California C-1/be AACS 350.09 8 January 1949 SUBJECT: Sighting of "Flying Disc" THRU: Commanding Officer 1808th AACS Wing APO 925, c/o PM San Francisco, California ATTN: A-2 TO: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright Patterson AFB Dayton, Ohio ATTN: MCIAXO-3 # AIRWAYS AND AIR COMMUNICATIONS SERVICE HEADQUARTERS, 1810th AACS GROUP (cont.) 1. In compliance with directives received from higher headquarters, forwarded herewith is complete information as received from a witness who viewed an object presumed to be a "flying disc" over Hickam Field. This object was first seen by Capt. Paul R. Stoney, AO 36278, on 4 January 1949 at 1407 local time and went out of sight at approximately 1435 local time. The object was first sighted by Capt. Stoney when it was approxi- mately 25 miles due east of Hickam. There were scattered clouds at 3500 feet (base) and the visibility at the time was approximately 20 miles plus. Capt. Stoney is the Assistant S-2 Officer of the 1810th AACS Group located at Hickam Field, T. H., and is also a twin-engine pilot. No photographs are available due to the fact that Capt. Stoney was not in possession of a camera at the time and had no idea that he would have sufficient time to procure one. In the words of Capt. Stoney, the object appeared to be a large round piece of flat white cardboard, oscillating continually. The object sighted was the only one seen and appeared to approximate the size of an AT-6. Capt. Stoney stated that the object seemed to be extremely white on the underside, while the topside portion of the object seemed to have a dark, non-reflecting surface. The speed of the object was approxi- mated at 85 miles per hour. Capt. Stoney further stated that the object circled the area, making right circles and left circles at approximately [page 93] COPY SECRET AACS 350.09 Subject: Sighting of "Flying Disc" ## 8 January 1949 3000 feet, continually gaining altitude and then suddenly departed, still climbing on a straight course of 25 degrees magnetic. It is the opinion of the witness that the object had limited maneuverability, and that no audible sound emanated from the object. There was no exhaust trail visible. 2. The witness was much impressed by the brilliance of the whiteness of the underside of the object and stated that prior to the disappearance of the object at a distance of 40 to 50 miles from Hickam Field, the object still seemed to give off a blinking whitish reflection and, according to the witness, this blinking seemed to go on and off with decided regularity. 3. Capt. Stoney reported the presence of a C-54 type aircraft in the vicinity of Hickam Field at the time of the initial sighting of the object, and he stated that he was almost convinced that this object was released from or by this C-54 aircraft. 4. Capt. Stoney reported that, at all times and during the departure of the object, the undulation of the object was extremely rhythmical and that this rhythmical cycle was completed approximately once every second. # AIRWAYS AND AIR COMMUNICATIONS SERVICE HEADQUARTERS, 1810th AACS GROUP (cont.) ## 8 January 1949 (cont.) 5. When object ultimately departed on a straight course, it appeared to increase speed and also to increase the angle of climb so that the angle of climb approximated 25 degrees. Witness stated that it was extremely difficult to approximate the rate of speed during departure due to the dis- tance involved and the intermittency of the reflection. Witness stated that it was his opinion that this object was under absolute control at all times and that definite gyrations were being executed. The turns were ex- tremely wide and decisive. 6. The opinion of Capt. Stoney on this subject is considered to be worthy of consideration as this officer is an extremely cool and level- headed person, who is not given to the making of rash statements or using poor judgment. 7. In the event that further information is desired by your headquar- ters concerning the object as reported, this headquarters will be ready to cooperate in every way possible. FOR THE COMMANDING OFFICER: /s/ George E. Murray GEORGE E. MURRAY Captain, USAF Security & Intelligence Officer 2 CECRE [page 94] COPY SEORET BASIC: Ltr frm 1810 AACS Gp, 8 Jan 49, subj: "Sighting of "Flying Disc" AACS 350.09 1st Ind Cl/dms HQ 1808TH AACS WING, APO 925, c/o PM, San Francisco, California, 17 January 1949 TO: Commanding General, Airways & Air Communications Service, Washington 25, D.C., Attn: A/C of S, A-2 This written report confirms information contained in Priority radio, DTG 050330Z Jan, of the 1810th AACS Group. FOR THE COMMANDING OFFICER: /s/ Elton D. Vaughan ELTON D. VAUGHAN Major, SIG C (USAF) A/C of S, A-2 3 SECRET [page 95] SECRET AACS 350.09 (8 Jan 49) 2d Ind SUBJECT: Sighting of "Flying Disc" Hq Airways and Air Communications Service, Washington 25, D. C. TO: Commanding General, Air Materiel Command, Wright-Patterson AF Base, Dayton, Ohio, ATTENTION: MCIAXO-3 1. Foregoing correspondence is forwarded in compliance with Hq USAF Letter, subject: "Reporting of Information on 'Flying Discs,'" dated 26 February 1948, as amended by Hq USAF Letter, same subject, dated 26 Feb- ruary 1948. 2. The attention of the 1808th AACS Wing has been invited to the above-referenced Hq USAF Letters, with particular emphasis on the correct routing of information pertaining to the sighting of "Flying Discs." FOR THE COMMANDING GENERAL: ERNEST S. MOON Colonel, USAF Assistant Chief of Staff Intelligence & Security SECRET [page 96] * "SEQUREL" (appears to be a title or header, possibly misspelled) * "MORT DIE ORTI SECEBIT" (a phrase that appears in larger font in the center) * Various lines of text with many words obscured. There is no chart or table present in the image. The content appears to be a document with some form of heading and body text, but the specifics cannot be determined. [page 97] COPY SECRET HEADQUARTERS MILITARY AIR TRANSPORT SERVICE CR NBR 30/05 DTG 050330Z PRECEDENCE PRIORITY INCOMING CLASSIFIED MESSAGES FROM: 71 AACS GP HICKAM AFB TO : HQ AACS INFO: 1808 AACS WG, PAC AIR COMD # AIRWAYS AND AIR COMMUNICATIONS SERVICE HEADQUARTERS, 1810th AACS GROUP (cont.) ## 8 January 1949 (cont.) FOLLOWING REPORT SUBMITTED BY MEMBER OF THIS COMMAND CONCERNING SEEMING FLYING DISC PD OBJECT FIRST CITED BY CAPT STONEY RPT STONEY THIS COMMAND AT ONE FOUR ZERO SEVEN LOCAL TIME ON FOUR JAN FOUR NINE PD THE DISAPPEARANCE OF OBJECT AT ONE FOUR THREE FIVE LOCAL TIME PD OBJECT FIRST CITED SIX MILES DUE EAST OF HICKAM FIELD WITH SCATTERED CLOUDS AT THREE FIVE ZERO ZERO FEET AND VISIBILITY OF TWO ZERO MILES PLUS PD OBJECT APPEARED TO BE LARGE ROUND PIECE OF FLAT WHITE CARDBOARD OSCILATING AND APPROXIMATELY THE SIZE OF ABLE TARE SIX PD EXTREMELY WHITE UNDERSIDE AND DARD NON REFLECTED TOPISDE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY EIGHT FIVE MILES PER HOUR PD CIRCLED AREA APPROXIMATELY ONE FIVE MINUTES GAINING ALTITUDE ALL THE TIME AND FINALLY DEPARTED WHILE STILL CLIMBING ON ABLE STRAIGHT COURSE OF TWO FIVE DEGREES MAGNETIC PD MANEUVERABILITY WAS LIMITED CMA NO AUDIBLE SOUND AND NO EXHAUST TRAIL VISIBLE PD WITNESS BELIEVES OBJECT WAS RELEASED FROM CHARLIE FIVE FOUR AIRCRAFT IN VICINITY OF HICKAM AT TIME OF INITIAL SIGHTING PD OBJECT UNDULATED RHYTHMICALLY COMPLETING CYCLE APPROXIMATELY EVERY SECOND PD OBJECT SEEMED TO BE UNDER CONTROL AT ALL TIMES PD DEFINITE GYRATIONS BEING EXECUTED PD TURNS WERE EXTREMELY WIDE PD NO PHOTOGRAPHS AVAILABLE PD COMPLETE ALSO TO CG AIR MATERIEL COMMAND WRIGHT PATTERSON AFB DAYTON OHIO ATTN MCIAXO RPT MCIAXO [page 98] SEORET # DASH THREE CUT WRITTEN REPORT BEING FORWARDED THRU CHANNELS Paraphrase not required. Handle as correspondence per paragraphs 5li and 60a(4), AR 380-5, 15 August 1946. SECRET [page 99] CONFIDENTIAL HEADQUARTERS, 1501ST AIR TRANSPORT WING PACIFIC DIVISION - MILITARY AIR TRANSPORT SERVICE FAIRFIELD-SUISUN AIR FORCE BASE, CALIFORNIA D/AC/dwm 19 January 1949 SUBJECT: Project "SIGN" TO: Commanding General Military Air Transport Service Andrews Air Force Base Washington 25, D. C. ATEN: Chief, Intelligence Division In compliance with instructions from Pacific Division, MATS, there is transmitted herewith a report of an unidentified aerial object. The Essential Elements of Information Form together with three attachments thereto are enclosed. Copies of the report have been forwarded to: Headquarters, USAF, Attention: Director of Intelligence Headquarters, Air Materiel Command, Attention: MCIAXO-3 Headquarters, Pacific Division, MATS, Attention: Chief, Intelligence Division. 1 Incl EEI Form <signature> ARTHUR CONRADI JR. Major, USAF Chief of Intelligence CONFIDENTIAL [page 100] ## STATEMENT * 12 January 1949 # DASH THREE CUT WRITTEN REPORT BEING FORWARDED THRU CHANNELS (cont.) ## STATEMENT * (cont.) At the request of Chief of Intelligence, the undersigned wishes to describe as accurately as possible his impressions of the brief ap- pearance of an unknown illuminated object which appeared over Fairfield- Suisun AFB at 2015 PST on 3 December 1948. The object first shot into view about 2 miles north of the control tower, flying at a low altitude between 500 and 1000 feet, climbing on a low trajectory, with a speed estimated at something in excess of 400 miles per hour. Immediately after sighting, this observer rushed to the east side of the tower. By this time the object was estimated to have not more than 1500 feet of altitude and its speed had slowed for several seconds to perhaps two- hundred (200) miles per hour. The observer can recall that at this stage the object had a very slight undulating or bouncing motion. When its position oriented with a line between the tower and the air freight terminal, but a slight distance east of the terminal, the ob- ject took an almost vertical rise or climb and levelled off again at an estimated three thousand feet. At that time the other control tower operator on duty continued watching the object while this ob- server telephoned the AACS operations officer residing on the base in hopes he might be able to get a look at it. The other tower operator reported the object almost immediatly afterwards started a fast climb toward the south-southeast and reached about twenty thousand feet, at which point he lost sight of it. The undersigned never saw the object again after going for the telephone. # DASH THREE CUT WRITTEN REPORT BEING FORWARDED THRU CHANNELS (cont.) ## STATEMENT * (cont.) Pertinent information is that the light was clearly seen with the naked eye, brilliant but by no means blinding. In size it was comp- arable to one of Fairfield-Suisun AFB's high-intensity runway lights. The observer is convinced it was not an aircraft navigation light. The night was clear, and the wind was indicating southwest at 10 miles per hour on tower instruments. I certify and affirm that the information herein is true and ac- curate to the best of my knowledge and ability. CERTIFIED TRUE COPY <signature> ARTHUR CONRADI JR Major, USAF Chief of Intelligence Bruce Earlin McFarland Bruse Earlin McFarland PFC, USAF 1901 AACS Squadron Fairfield-Suisun AFB, Calif. CONFIDENTIAL Incl 3 [page 101] [ ] CONFIDENTIA [ ] [ ] -CONFIDENTIAL [ ] PADIO PAGE NEW RADIO RANGE AIRFIELD سالت LOCATION or DIVERSION DAM WATER WELLS & RADIO RANGE 白宮 BLOGS IN CLUMP OF TREES SURFACE WINDROSE LEGEND CALMS INCLUDE ALL WINDS MPH WIND VELOCITIES TO 12 MON OAL OF ALL DIRECT ONE WINDS WIND VELOCITIES MOVER O p p q V p OBJECT CAME INTO VIEW AT AN ALT. OF 500-1000 FEET TRAVELLING AT AN ESTIMATED SPEED OVER 400 MPH OBJECT CLIMBED ON A LOW TRAJECTORY TO 1500 ALT H APRON EAST WES OBJECT SLOWED TO AN ESTIMATED 200 MPH. VICINITY MAP CONTROL TOWERON CONFIDENTIAL OBJECT CLIMBED TO AN ESTIMATED 3000 FEET AND LEVELED OFF MOMENTARILY THEN STARTED TO CLIMB AGAIN 200 OBJECT MAINTAINED A FAST CLIMB TO 20,000 FEET 1508127 FAIRFIELD SUISUN GASOLINE SUPPLY WHARF SCALE + OBJECT LOST FROM VIEW AT AN ESTIMATED 20,000 FEET ALT. GRAPHIC SCALE 0 4.00 8.00 12.00 16.00 Arthur Conado fr MILITARY CONSTRUCTION FAIRFIELD-SUISUN AIR FORCE BASE NEAR FAIRFIELD, CALIFORNIA BASIC LAYOUT PLAN IN 1 SHEET SCALE AS SHOWN AIR INSTALLATION OFFICE SHEET NO 1 OCTOBER 1946 - TRACK OF UNIDENTIFIED AERIAL OBJECT MAJOR-USAF - CHIEF OF INTELLIGENCE - FAIRFIELD. SUISUN AFB CONFIDENTIAL [page 102] [ ] [ ] [ ] -CONFIDENTI [ ] [ ] MATA D [ ] 39 0001-008 10 + + HAM 005437AMIT29 07 938 Incl 2 CONFIDENTIAL 7090008183A 03/217030100 OF INEFFICENCE- EBIKEIECD 201201 BEB SOLAM [page 103] CONFIDENTIAL ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF INFORMATION (Re Sightings of Unidentified Aerial Objects) PROJECT "SIGN" 1. Date of Sighting: ## 3 December 1948 2. Time of sighting (Zonal by 24 hr clock) ## 2015 hours Pacific Standard Time 3. Where sighted: a. Ground: (1) City, town: Object was sighted by personnel in the Fairfield-Suisun AFB Control tower. (2) Distance and direction from city or town road, intersections, etc. Fairfield-Suisun AFB Control tower is located in the center of the AF Base and 5.5 miles east of the town of Fairfield, California. (3) From building (story), yard, etc.. Personnel sighted the object while standing inside the control tower 50 feet above ground level. (4) Map coordinates (if feasible) showing latitude and longitude: North latitude 38° 16' West Longitude 121° 56° b. Air (1) Type aircraft, speed, altitude, direction of flicht: Not applicable (2) Distance and direction from city or town or known landmark: Not applicable CONFIDENTIAL [page 104] CONFIDENTIAL [page 105] CONFIDENTIAL # DASH THREE CUT WRITTEN REPORT BEING FORWARDED THRU CHANNELS (cont.) ## One object was sighted. (cont.) FEI Project "SIGN" 7. Appearance of object: a. Color: Object was a colorless white light. b. Shape (sketch if possible): Round light 30 inches in diameter. C. Apparent construction (translucent): Looked like a searchlight with the light intensity of a runway light. d. Size: (1) Estimated Size: Approximately 30 inches diameter. (2) Size as it appeared from observer's view: (Compared to known object) About the size of a 30" diameter searchlight. [page 106] CONFIDENTIAL FEI Project "SIGN" 10. Evidence of exhaust: a. Color of smoke: No exhaust was observed. b. Length and width: None observed. C. Odor (if any): No odor was detected by the observers inside the control tower. d. Rate of evaporation: ## None. e. Does trail vary with sound? (spurts) [page 107] CONFIDENTIAL FFI Project "SIGN" C. Blinked on and off in relation to speed: # Object was a steady light. 13. Surport: a. Wings: No wings were observed on the object. b. Aerodynamic lift of fuselage: No fuselage was observed. C. Vertical jet: No jet was observed. d. Rotating cylinder or cone: No cylinder or cone was observed. e. Aerostatic lift (balloon or dirigible): No aerostatic lift condition was observed. 14. Propulsion: a. Propeller or jet: No propeller or jet was observed. b. Rotor: No rotor was observed. C. Aerodynamic, vanes (flapping or oscillating). (Katzmayer effect): No aerodynamic vanes were observed. d. Visible exhaust or jet openings: No exhaust or jet openings were observed. 15. Control and stability a. Fins: No fins were observed. [page 108] CONFIDENTIAL EEI Project "SIGN" b. Stabilizers No stabilizers of any kind were observed. 16. Air Ducts: a. Slots: No slots were observed. b. Duct openings: No duct openings were observed. 17. Speed-PH: Came over the horizon from NW at approximately 400 MPH slowed to approximately 200 MPH and then climbed at 400-500 MPH out of sight. 18. Sound: a. Continuous whine or buzz: No sound of any kind was heard by the observer. b. Roar, whistle, whoosh: No sound was heard. C. Intermittent: No sound was heard. 19. Was any radio antenna to be observed, i.e., (any projections or extensions that might presumably be constued as such): No radio antenna of any description was observed. 20. Manner of disappearance: a. Explode: The object did not explode. (1) Possibility of fragments: No fragments were observed or could be found from the object. (2) Other physical evidence: No other physical evidence of the object could be found. [page 109] CONFIDENTIAL FEI Project "SIGN" b. Faded from view: The object climbed out of sight. C. Disappeared behind obstacle: The object climbed out of sight in a clear sky. Relative to the Observer 1. Names of observers: Joseph Don Delafayette Sgt AF 12106504 Honorably discharged from the service 6 December 1948. Bruce Earlin McFarland Pfe AP 16278687 2. Address: DelaFayette R.D. 1, Ballston Spa New York McFarland 1901st AACS Squadron Fairfield-Suisun AFB, California 3. Occupation: DeLafayette Unknown McFarland - Control tower operator 4. Place of business: a. Employer or employee: DeLafayette Unknown McFarland <- USAF 5. Hobbies: a. Time engaged in hobby (experience) Is observer amateur astronomer, pilot, engineer, etc. DeLafayette - Unknown McFarland-Pfo McFarland, prior to military service, was for three years a radio announcer and was well trained as an announcer of sporting events. No other hobbies are engaged in by Pfe McFarland. [page 110] CONFIDENTIAL Page & EFI Project "SIGN" 6. Ability to determine: a. Color: Both observers are required by high physical requirements to know colors. b. Speed of moving objects: Observers are constantly required to estimate the spped of moving aircraft in the course of their normal duties. C. Size at distance: Observers are constantly required to estimate the size and distance of objects in the course of their normal duties. 7. Reliability of observer: a. Sources: (1) Neighbors: Both observers are considered fully reliable, competent airmen by their fellow NCO's. (2) Police Dept: No police record on the observers, (3) FBI records: No FBI records on the observers. (4) Employer: AACS officer in charge of the observers consider them high type individuals fully qualified both mentally and physically for control tower duty; they are considered competent, reliable observers psychologically stable. 8. Notes relative to observer on: a. Sightings in general: Both observers are considered competent, reliable and psychologi- cally stable. -CONFIDENTIAL [page 111] CONFIDENTIAL EEI Project "SIGN" b. How attention was drawn to objects: (1) Sound: No (2) Motion: Yes (3) Clint of light: Yes 9. Witnesses: a. Addresses: No other witnesses could be found. The object was in view too short a time to obtain the observations of other personnel. 10. Comments of interrogator re intelligence and character of person interrogated: Both observers are considered competent, reliable and psychologically stable. Pfc McFarland has a General Classification Test Schore of 143. Relative to Radar Sightings No radar sightings of the object were made or could be obtained. GENERAL 1. Teletype sequences of local weather conditions: 3 December 1948 at 2030 Pacific Standard Time, Fairfield-Suisun Air Force Base, Ceiling 3000 feet scattered 15 miles visibility, 1014.6 millibars, temperature 44°, dewpoint 32° 7, wind 10 MPH from the west, Altimeter setting 29.95 inches. 2. Winds aloft report: Winds aloft sequence for 0323152 December 1948 follows: SUU 21 02312 2513 22809 3109 43213 3016 63017 3019 82920 2923 03022 23017 42823. CONFIDENTIAL [page 112] CONFIDENTIAL EEI Project "SIGN" 3. Local flight schedules of commercial, private and military aircraft flying in vicinity at the time: No flying was scheduled or observed in the vicinity of the Fairfield- Suisun Air Force Base at the time of the observation. 4. Possible releases of testing devices in vicinity sent aloft by Ordnance, Navy, Air Force, Army, Weather Units, Research Organizations or any other: A winds-aloft balloon was released 35-45 minutes prior to the sighting and was lost from view 10 minutes after release. 5. If object contacted earth, obtain soil samples within and without depression or spot where object landed (and then presumably departed) for purposes of making comparison of soils: # Object was a steady light. (cont.) ## Object made no apparent contact with the earth and no contacts could be found. 6. If object came sufficiently near other aircraft or known objects, check surfaces with Geiger counters for possible radioactivity. Make com- parisons with other unaffected aircraft, objects, etc. Object did not come sufficiently near known objects to obtain radioactivity readings. 7. Obtain photoraphs (or original negatives) where available; if not, secure sketches of: a. Object: Object appeared to be a round light 30 inches in diameter. Key information: * **Shape:** Circle * **Diameter:** 30 inches b. Surrounding terrain where object was observed: Annotated photographs and diagrams of the Fairfield-Suisun Air Force Base are attached as enclosures 1 and 2 to this report. CONFIDENTIAL [page 113] CONFIDENTIAL EEI Project "SIGN" C. Place where object contacted earth (if this happened): Object did not contact the earth. d. Maneuvers: The object maneuvered as described in statement contained in enclosure #3 and indicated in enclosures #1 and #2 to this report. e. Formation (if more than two): One object was sighted. 8. Secure signed statement: Statement attached as enclosure #3 to this report. 9. Obtain fragments or physical evidence where possible: No fragments or other physical evidences of the object were obtained. 3 Incls. 1. Photograph 2. Diagram 3. Statement <signature> ARTHUR CONRAD JR. Major, USAF Chief of Intelligence CONFIDENTIAL [page 114] CONFIDENTIAL -CONFIDENTIAL This is an aerial photograph of an airport. Key features are labeled: * **1:** A single tree or small cluster of trees. * **2:** An arrow pointing towards a building complex. * **3:** A circular marker on a building complex. * **N:** A north directional arrow. Incl #1 [page 115] STANDARD FORM NO. 64 CONFIDENTIALL Office Memorandum UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT ΤΟ : Chief, Intelligence Division, MATS ATTN: Capt. Hathaway FROM : AACS A-2 DATE: 24 January 1949 AACS/A-2/CCR/mlb/2113 COMMENT NO. 1 SUBJECT: Unidentified Flying Object 1. The following information is transmitted for such action as you may deem necessary. Source is the 1805th AACS Group, located in Newfoundland; New- foundland Base Command has already been notified: "OBSERVED ONE EIGHT ZERO TWO TWO ZEBRA JAN FOUR NINE WAS UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT FLYING OVER INDIAN HOUSE LAKE CANADA PD BRIGHT LIGHTS WAS EMITTED FROM OBJECT PD LIGHT TRAVELLED EXCEEDINGLY FAST AND WAS ONLY PART SIGHTED CMA NOT OBJECT ITSELF PD SHOOTING STAR OR METEOR WAS DEDUCTION OF INDIAN HOUSE PERSONNEL WHO PASSED FOREGOING INFO TO THIS HQ VIA GOOSEBAY AACS SQUADRON WITH FURTHER STATEMENT THAT OBJECT OR LIGHT WERE NOT SIGHTED AGAIN." 2. Paraphrase is not required. paragraphs 51i and 60a, AR 380-5. Handle as CONFIDENTIAL correspondence per <signature> CHARLES C. ROBINSON Captain, USAF CONFIDENTIAL [page 116] RESTRICTED WEATHER DETACHMENT 26-41 26th Weather Squadron Hawkins Field Jackson, Miss. BRC/1kt 5 January 1949 SUBJECT: Reporting of Information on Flying Discs TO: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Dayton, Ohio ATTN: TSOIN 1. In compliance with Group Letter 205-3, dated 22 September 1948, the following information is submitted. a. (1) Object was sighted two (2) miles East of Jackson, Mississippi at 17000, 1 January 1949. b. Weather at the tines See inclosure number one (1). e. Eames, occupations, and addressess Thomas A. Rush Airport Manager, Dixie Airport 402 Mitchell Ave. Jackson, Mississippi Mrs. Thomas A. Rush 402 Mitchell Ave. Jackson, Mississippi Wre. T. A. Doolittle Housewife 3777 Kings Hiway Jackson, Mississippi d. Photographs of objects None e. Sketches of objects: See inclosure number two (2). f. Object sighted: 1. Number: One (1). 2. Shapet Cigar like. Not unlike sleeve target. 3. Size: Approximately 60 feet long and 10 feet diameter at the front tapering to the rear. 4. Colors Dark blue or black RESTRICTED [page 117] RESTRICTED Cont'd SUBJ: ort of Information on Flying Dis Speed: Approximately 200 MPH when first sighted, then accelerated to approximately 400 to 500 MPH. 6. Headings West, turning to South to Southwest. 7. Maneuverability: Not noticed. 8. Altitude: 1500 to 1600 feet, then gradual climb. 9. Sounds Roar. 10. Exhaust trail: None. g. General remarks: The persons who sighted the above described object were enroute fron Gulfport, Miss. to Jackson, Miss. in a private aircraft and were making an a- pproach for a landing at the Dixie Airport when the object was first sighted. After landing, Mr Rush called the controk tower at Hawkins Field to find out if the objectehad landed there and if so to find out its identity. The control tower reported the incident to Base Headquarters. 2 Incl 1. Weather Report 2. Sketch of Object BENJAMIN H. COLE Captian USAF Commanding [page 118] RESTRICTED ## JACKSON WEATHER 1630C JACKSON WEATHER E180-00 15+ 173/ 53/35127/003/E350-0 1730C JACKSON WEATHER M1600 15+ 169/52/2911/002/BINOVC [page 120] RESTRICTED 10 ft 60 ft Rear View 10pt INCL 2 RESTRICTED # Object was a steady light. (cont.) ## WINDS ALOFT (cont.) SECRET DETACHMENT, 1701ST AIR TRANSPORT WING CONTINENTAL DIVISION, MATS EDMONTON ALBERTA CANADA GPB/md 19 Nov 48 SUBJECT: Observation of an Object in the Atmosphere TO: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Dayton, Ohio ATTENTION: MCIAXO-3 May Suits Н дала Mmalt File 1. The following report of an object observed by 1st Lt. James Toomey is submitted in compliance with Secret Letter dtd 20 Oct 48 from MATS Headquarters, subject: Reporting of Information on "Flying Discs". 8. Location and time of sighting - 117° 30' W Longitude 56° 10' N Latitude 14182 17 November 1948 # Object was a steady light. (cont.) ## WINDS ALOFT (cont.) b. Weather at the time- Weather at the time was overcast with tops at approximately 4500 MSL with a high deck of thin broken stratus clouds at approximately 12,000 ft. C. Names and occupations and addresses of witnesses - S/Sgt Onno C. Blink, AF 20715676, Radio Operator on the crew and stationed at Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. d. Photographs of objects, if available. No photographs available. e. | f. Object sighted: | f. Object sighted: | f. Object sighted: | |-|-|-| | (1) | Number | One | | (2) | Shape | Egg shaped with a tail | | (3) | Size | Approximately 50' in height tapering to a point<br />at the tail. | | (4) | Color | Bright flaming orange | | (5) | Speed | Unknown | | (6) | Heading- | South West | [page 122] HqMAMA Form No. 10-530 (Re 3 Apr. 48) H OLMSTED FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER Olmsted Air Force Base MIDDLETOWN, PENNSYLVANIA Operating Location 33-8 Cal Brady AL PKB/ban 13 December 1948 MDT 000.9 MDT 000.9 11. SUBJECT: SUBJECT: Unidentified Flying Objects Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Dayton, Ohio ATTN: MCIAXO-S 1. In compliance with FS Regulation 200-4 dated 2 November 1948 and letter, Headquarters, USAF., Subject: "Reporting of Information on 'Flying Discs, dated 6 February 1948 the following information is submitteds ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF INFORMATION 1. Date of Sighting: 11 December 1948 2. Time of sighting: 2245E 3. Where sighted: See Paragrah 3b (2) a. Ground Not applicable b. Air (1) Type aircraft, speed, altitude, direction of flight. C-45F 150 9500 ft 125 Degrees (2) Distance & Direction from City, town or Imown landmark: 40 miles northwest of Martinsburg, West Virginia (3) Clock Position of object from observer's aircraft: 12 o'clock., approximately 20 miles in front of aircraft (4) Latitude and longitude: Approximately 39°58' 78°20'W [page 123] 02-01 .. 10. Амир! LA OFIED ЕГІСНІ ГЕК ЛІСЕ СЕИЛЕК VOICE B O NIDDITIONИ" БЕЙИЗАГАРИГУ 88 nolisoo gaisersgo DEC 13 3 53 PM '48 TRANSMITTED [page 124] HDT 000.9 Subja Unidentified Flying Objects Co Sea Not applicable 4. Number of objects: One (1) a. Formation type: No formation 5. Distance of object from observer: Twenty miles in front of airoraft. a. Laterally or horizontally: Laterally b. Angle of elevation from horizon: 5 degrees c. Altitudes 10,000 11,000 feet - 6. Time in sight: one (1) minute 7. Appearance of object: a. Color: Red to Blue to Red b. Shape: Resembled to parachute flare c. Apparent construction: No opinion d. Sizes undetermined 8. Direction of flight: Appeared to be stationary 9. Tactics or maneuvers: None 10. Evidence of exhaust: None a. Color of smoke: None b. Length and width: None Co Odor: Unlm own d. Rate of evaporation: Unknown 0. Does trail vary with sound: None 11. Effect on clouds: No clouds unlimited ceiling 12. Lights: Object appeared as a brilliant flare in the sky. DEC 13 32 IN.48 LEVILLED. [page 125] TRANSMITTED [page 126] DT 000.9 SUBJ: Unidentified Flying Objects,, 13 December 1948 13. Support: Not visible 14. Propulsion: Object appeared to be stationary. a. Propeller or jet: Unknown b. Roter: Unknown c. Aerodynamic vaness Unknown d. Visible exhaust or jet openings: None visible 15. Control and stability: Unknown &. Fins: None visible. b. Stabilizers: Unknown (1) Size: Unknown (2) Shape: Unknown (3) Location: Unknown 16. Air Ducts: Unknown &. slots: Unknown b. Duct openings: Unknown 17. Speed MPH: Appeared to be stationary 18. Sound: Unknown 19. Was any radio antenna to be observed: None observed 20. Manner of disappearance: Similiar to a flare burning out 6. Explode (1) Possibility of fragments: Unknown (2) Other Physical evidence: Unknown b. Faded from view: Yes c. Disappeared behind obstacle: No RELATIVE TO THE OBSERVER 1. Name of Observers Capt 0. M. Legg DEC 13 323 LH 08 [page 127] TRANSMITTED DEC 13 3 53 PM '48 [page 128] MDT 000.9 # DEC 13 3 53 PM '48 (cont.) | SUBJ: | Unidentified Flying Objects., 13 December 1948 | |-|-| | 2. | Headquarters, Air Rescue Service | | 3. | Occupation: USAF | | 4. | Place of Business: USAF | | 5. | Hobbies: Not applicable | | 6. | Ability to determine: Unknown | | 7. | Reliability of observer: No opinion | | 8. | Notes relative to observer on | | | a. Sightings in general: None | | | b. How attention was drawn to objects: Directly in Flight Path | | | (1) Sounds Unknown | | | (2) Motion: Stationary | | | (3) Glint of light: Brilliant | | 9. | Witnesses: | | | a. Capt R. H. Cassidy<br />Headquarters, Air Rescue Service<br />Washington 25, D. C. | | | b. S/Sgt T.P. Turner<br />Air Rescue Service<br />Fort Bragg, N. C. | | 10. | Comments of interrogator re intelligence and character of person<br />interrogated: No opinion | | | RELATIVE TO RADAR SIGHTINGS | | 1. | Re radars now operating on ground: No radar sighting | | 2. | If airbourne, when object was sighted: Not applicable<br />GENERAL | | 1. | Teletype sequences of local weather conditions: | | | Clear sky 7 miles visibility DEC 13 3 23<br />18 | | 2. | Winds aloft report: Not given | [page 129] # TRANSMITTED DEC 13 3 53 PM '48 [page 130] RESTRICTED DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE COPY # HEADQUARTERS UNITED STATES AIR FORCE WASHINGTON 6 February 1948 26 SUBJECT: Reporting of Information on "Flying Discs" TO : Commanding General, Strategic Air Command Commanding General, Air Defense Command Commanding General, Tactical Air Command Commanding General, Air Training Command Commanding General, Air University Commanding General, Alaskan Air Command Commanding General, Air Transport Command Commanding General, Air Materiel Command <signature> # HEADQUARTERS UNITED STATES AIR FORCE WASHINGTON (cont.) 1. Any information pertaining to the sighting of so-called flying discs, which is secured by or comes to the attention of Air Force installations within the United States and Alaska, will be forwarded direct to the Commanding General, Air Materiel Command, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, Ohio, Attention: TSDIN. 2. Such reports will be sent direct, and not through ordinary channels, but copies of all such information may be supplied the Command Headquarters of the installation concerned. 3. In observing the above procedure for reporting information on flying disc sightings, every effort will be made to include the following items: - Be Location and time of sighting b. Weather at the time C. Names, occupations and addresses of witnesses d. Photographs of objects, if available e. Sketches of object's configuration f. Object sighted: (1) Number (2) Shape (3) Size (4) Color (5) Speed (6) Heading (7) Maneuverability (8) Altitude (9) Sound (10) Exhaust trail or not g. General Remarks [page 131] RESTRICTED Ltr to CG, Major Commands, Subject: "Reporting of Information on "Flying Disce", dtd 6 February 1948, cont'd 6. The Air Materiel Command will furnish this Headquarters with such reports as are called for by paragraph 4 of this Headquarters letter dated 30 December 1947, subject: "Flying Discs". BY COMMAND OF THE CHIEF OF STAFF: /s/ C. P. Cabell C. P. CABELL Brigadier General, U.S.A.F. Chief, Air Intel. Req. Div. Directorate of Intelligence RESTRICTED [page 132] カエ в # MAXWELL FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE MONTGOMERY. ALABAMA SUBJECT: Unidentified Flying Objects 2 January 1949 TO: Commanding General, Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson AF Base, Ohio ATTN: MCIAXO-3 # MAXWELL FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER (cont.) 1. Reference letter, Headquarters USAF, subject: "Reporting of Information on Flying Dises." dated 6 February 1948 and Flight Service Regulation 200-4 dated 2 November, subject: "Unidentified Flying Objects, the following information is submitted: 8. Location and time of sighting: Two (2) miles east of Jackson, Mississippi at 17000, 1 January 1949. b. Weather at time: The 16300 weather sequence from Jackson, estimated 18,000 feet, broken clouds, visibility 15, temp- erature 53, dew point 35, surface wind south-southwest at 7 mph, altimeter setting 3003, remarks, estimated 35.000 feet thin broken. The 17300 weather for Jackson was ceiling measured 16,000 feet, overcast, visibility fifteen (15) miles, temperature 52, dew point 29, wind south at one (1) mph, romarks, breaks in the overcast. 0. Names, Occupations and addresses of witnesses: Mr. Tom Rush, 402 Mitchell Avenue, Jackson, Mississippi Employed by Dixie Air Service at Jackson, Mississippi as a pilot. He is an ex-AAF pilot. Telephone Jackson- Miss- issippi 5-1064. Mrs. Willette Rush, 402 Mitchell Avenue, Jackson, Mississippi, wife of the above, housewife and private pilot. d. Photographs, if available: None available. 8. Sketches of objects configuration: To be forwarded. -1- [page 133] Ltr fr Maxwell Flight Service Center, Maxwell AF Base, Ah dtd 2 Jan 49 Subj: Unidentified Flying Objects f. Object Sighted, description: (1) Number: One. (2) Shape: Cigar-shaped, with short stubby wings, resembling a rocket, also reported later as resembling a sleeve tow target. (3) Size: Estimated sixty (60) feet long. (4) Color: Dark Blue or black. (5) Speed: Initially estimated as 200 mph, then increasing to 5-600 mph. (6) Heading: West when first sighted, then southwest when last sighted. (7) Maneuverability: Apparently very maneuverable. (8) Altitude: 1500 feet. (9) Sound: Similiar to a helicopter. (10) Exhaust trail: None visible. # MAXWELL FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER (cont.) ## g. General remarks: (1) When the object was first sighted and reported to Flight Service at Maxwell AF Base at 17350 by the Jackson Operations Office, an attempt was made to investigate the object by calling all military airfields in the area from which a jet or rocket flight may have originated, or at which the object may have been sighted. (2) The following stations were contacted: (a) Eglin AF Base, Florida (b) Pensacola NAS and Chevalier Field MAS, Florida (e) Whiting NAS, Florida (d) New Orleans NAS, Louisana (e) Memphis NAS, Tennessee (f) New Orleans Air Route Traffic Control Center was also contacted. -2- [page 134] MDT 000.9 SUBJ: 3. Local flight schedules of commercial, private and military aircraft flying in vicinity at the time: Unknown. Unidentified Flying objects: 13 December 1948 4. Possibility releases of testing devices in vicinity sent aloft by Ordnance, Navy, Air Force, Army, Weather Units, Research Organizations or any others Unknown. 5. If object contacted earth, obtain soil sampled within and without depression or spot where object landed for purposes of making comparison of soils: Unknown. 6. If object came sufficiently near other aircraft or known objects, check surfaces with Geiger counters for possible radioactivity. Make com parisons with other unaffected aircraft objects: Unknown. 7. Obtain photographs: Wone 8. Not obtained. 9. Obtain fragements or physical evidence where possible: None <signature> JOSEPH L. MC NEIL Lt. Col., USAF Commanding DISTRIBUTION: c/c to Ch of Staff, Hq USAF Commander, MATS CO, FS JEC 13 3 23 148 [page 135] # TRANSMITTED DEC 13 3 53 PM 48 # TRANSMITTED (cont.) Ltr fr Maxwell Flight Service Center, Maxwell AF Base, Ala dtd 2 Jan 49 Subj: Unidentified Flying Objects (3) No information was available at any of these stations. 2. The object was sighted by the witnesses from a Stinson civilian aircraft, and no photographs were taken because no camera was available. At the time of sighting, the Stinson was 3 or 4 miles east of Jackson, Mississippi on the east leg of the Jackson radio range at approximately 1200 feet altitude. 3. At 18400 on 1 January 1949, New Orleans Air Route Traffic Control Center reported to Maxwell Flight Service Center that the Ass- ociated Press had advised them that the above mentioned object had been sighted 40 miles south of Jackson, Mississippi. This second report was evidently the same as the above because the reporting pilot was the same, i.e., r. Tom Rush. Maxwell Flight Service contacted Mr. Rush, who is preparing sketches of the object he reported. He also advised that he saw the object only once. FOR THE COMMANDING OFFICER: [page 137] USTACHMENT NO. 1 16th Weather Sqdn. Chanute Air Force Base Ohanute Field, Illinois. 5/1/a 9 December 1948 # SUBJECT: Reporting of Information on "Flying Discs" TO: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Dayton, Ohio ATTN: TEDIN 1. In compliance with 21020 Air Weather Group TWX 454 dated 19 November 1948 and letter, Headquarters, United States Air Force, subject as above, 6 February 1948, the following report is abmitted: - Ohamite Air Force Base, Illinois, 090046%. b. High scattered clouds, visibility ten miles. 0. Sgt. James B. Doty and Sgt. Dagene E. Montag, Weather Observers, Det 15/11, 16th Weather Squadron, Chanute AFB, Illinois. d. Photographs of objects - none available. - Sketches of objects - Bone available. ## f. Object sighted: (1) One (2) Round (3) Undetermined sise (4) Bright white color (5) Two tenths of distent sky within two to three seconds. (6) Hending from north east toward south south west. (7) Undetermined maneuverability. (8) Undetermined altitude. (9) No sound (10) Exhaust trail undeterained. [page 138] No file f Subji ROIOPD 9 Dee Le 2. Statements of observers are inclosed herewith. <signature> RUSH T. KELLEY Captain, USAF For CHARLES K. TAYLOR, Major, USAF Station Weather Officer 2 Incls. 1. Stat Sgt. J. M. Dotty 2. Stat Sgt. E. H. Montag # SUBJECT: Reporting of Information on "Flying Discs" (cont.) ## STATEMENT 9 December 1948 I, Eugene S. Montag, AP 16208708, Sergeant, USAF, am a Weather Observer assigned to the 16th Weather Squadron, Chanute Air Force Base, Chanute Field, -11inois, and do hereby make the following statement to Capt. Rush T. Kallay, Assistant Base Weather Officer, Chanute AFB: On 8 December 1948 at approximately 186 hours, I was walking with Sgt. James E. Doty, also of the 16th Feather Squadron, towards the Bane Weather Station when I notiosd what appeared to be a sky rocket or meteor. This object was heading upwards about a 15 degree angle, moving from the north east to the south south west. The object was white in color, very bright and moved about two to three tenths of the sky and then disappeared. This object did not appear to me to be a falling star. I in ediately went to the Duty Forecaster at the Base Weather Station and reported seeing this. <signature> ROGER E. MONTAG AF 16205705 Sergeant, USAF [page 141] SUBJ: Observation of an Object in the Atmosphere | | Maneuverability - Appeared to be in a shallow dive. | |-|-| | | Altitude Approximately 18,000 feet. | | (9) | Sound None | | (1) | Exhaust trail or not - Yes | g. Remarks: Object was sighted on the first leg of a flight from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, to Kittigazuit, N. W. T. Canada while flying at 7,000 ft. MSL on top of an overcast. The object was momentarily sighted above a deck of broken status clouds. It seemed to be a bright flaming orange object and illuminated the sky momentarily behind it. ## Dist: Hdqs.MATS Attn: Dir. of Intelligence Cmdr.MATS Attn: Chief, Intelligence Division <signature> GEORGE P. BRENNER, Capt. USAF Commanding SECRET 2 [page 142] P&O/INF DHP/res SUBJECT: Reporting of Information on Flying Discs 26 OCT 1948 # SUBJECT: Reporting of Information on "Flying Discs" (cont.) ## Dist: (cont.) | TO: | Commanding General | |-|-| | | Airways and Air Communication Service | | | Washington 25, D. C. | | | ATTN: AC/s, Intelligence and Security | back by 1. The following TX received from Headquarters, USAF is quoted for your information and necessary action: "REFER TO THIS HQS LETTER OF SIX FEB ONE NINE FOUR NIGHT OMA SUBJ SMOLN REPORTING INFORMATION ON FLYING DISCS PD RESEARCH REVEALS GROUPS OF SIGHTINGS OCCUR AT PERIODIC INTERVALS WITH BEGINNING OF NEW INTERVAL IMMINENT PD REQUEST ALL UNITS OF YOUR COMMAND BE PARTICULARLY ALERTED TO REPORT SIGHTINGS OF UNIDENTIFIED AERIAL OBJECTS DIRECT TO MCIAXO DASH THREE CHA AMC CMA FASTEST PD WHERE POSSIBLE INITIATE INVESTIGATIVE ACTION WITH SPECIAL EMPHASIS ON PHOTOGRAPHIC EVIDENCE" 2. Paraphrase of the above message is not required when handled as secret correspondence. 3. The above referenced USAF letter of 6 February 1948 in quoted TWX is further modified to include reporting of all sightings of flying discs whether they occur within or outside the United States and Alaska. BY COMMAND OF MAJOR GENERAL KUTER: JAMES F. RHODES Major, USAF Asst Adjutant General Rescended per try dtd Man, so SECRET DAVICHED OCT 25 1948 [page 143] BAR 13089 Letened t sarine Se Seltend dae hour you to be 03086xido dates as * **DISPATCHED** * **OCT 1948** * **REGISTERED UNIT MATS** * A dial with numbers indicating hours (1-12, repeated twice). The surrounding text indicates this is related to "03086xido dates as".
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The image contains the word "CONFIDENTIAL" stamped across it. There are also two black circular punch holes and a thin black line. The text "OLMSTED FLIGHT SERVICE CENTER Olmsted Air Force Base MIDDLETOWN, PENNSYLVANIA" and the revision date "(Rev. 28 Oct. 48)" are present.
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The image contains the word "CONFIDENTIAL" with a black line drawn through it. It is not a chart. The key information is the classification of the document as confidential.
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The image displays the word "CONFIDENTIAL" with a black ink blot obscuring part of it. The text "MDT 000.92" and "Subj: Unidentified Flying Objects" surrounds the image, indicating its context.
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The image contains the word "CONFIDENTIAL" stamped across it, with a diagonal black line intersecting the text. The text surrounding the figure mentions "b. Length and width: More than twice the length of the object".
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The image contains the word "CONFIDENTIAL" stamped across it, with a diagonal black line intersecting the text. The text surrounding the figure mentions "b. Length and width: More than twice the length of the object".
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The image displays the word "CONFIDENTIAL" stamped across a document, with a horizontal black line drawn through it.
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The image contains text stamped on paper, indicating it is a confidential document. The word "CONFIDENTIAL" is clearly visible, with a line drawn through it. There is also some faint text in the background, which is partially obscured and illegible in the provided image.
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The image contains text stamped on paper, indicating it is a confidential document. The word "CONFIDENTIAL" is clearly visible, with a line drawn through it. There is also some faint text in the background, which is partially obscured and illegible in the provided image.
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The image contains handwritten text. Key elements are:
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The image contains handwritten text. Key elements are: * "H" * "A. I." * "FILE" (written over with red lines)
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This image contains handwritten text that appears to be an abbreviation. The text is "A.I.".
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The image is not a chart. It contains a handwritten signature over some printed text. The signature appears to be "A.I.". The printed text is partially obscured but includes "ER" and possibly "CM 452". The surrounding text indicates the context is McChord Flight Service Center, McChord Air Force Base, Washington.
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The image shows the word "SECRET" stamped on paper, with a horizontal line drawn across the middle of the word.
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This image contains a handwritten signature or initials. The legible parts appear to be "K B" and "A I".
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The image is a circular stamp. Key information: - "RECEIVED" - "13 JUN 1949" - "REGISTERED UNIT MATS" - A circular dial with numbers 01 through 24, indicating a time or sequential marker. The marker points to approximately 08:30 or 08.5.
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This image depicts a radar scope showing two islands, Rota Island and Guam, and interference. The scope is set to a 100-mile range. A "Lubber Line" indicates a reference direction.
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- **Type:** Rubber stamp - **Content:** - "REGISTERED UNIT MAPS" (in an arc) - "RECEIVED" (prominent text) - "27 JUN 1949" (date) - Circular dial with numbers 01-24, likely indicating hours or a time range.
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Classification of SECRET Authorized by CO. 2143a www LGM 15-6-49
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* **Event:** Atmospheric disturbance observed. * **Date and Time:** April 8, 1949, 9:15 PM. * **Duration of Observation:** Approximately 10 seconds. * **Object Speed:** 1000 to 1200 mph. * **Object Color:** Bluish-green-red. * **Observer:** P.C. Herring. * **Key Locations:** Gaglish Bay, Holmells Bay, Gigan Peninsula, Suijin Island, Rear Island, Greshine residence. * **Specifics:** A light was seen and later went out. A trajectory with possible errors and distances is indicated. The drawing is a photostatic copy made by Paul Herring.
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| Data Category | Value | | :---------------------- | :-------------------------------------------- | | Document Title | CONFIDENTIAL | | Event | Atmospheric Disturbance | | Date | April 8, 1949 | | Time | 9:15 PM | | Object Flight Duration | Approximately 10 seconds | | Object Speed | 1000 to 1200 mph | | Object Flight Line | From St. Paul Light, flame went out | | Object Line of Vision | Approximately 3.5 miles | | Object First Seen | Apparent spot | | Object Colors | Bluish-green-red | | Observer | P.C. Herring | | Location | Map depicts areas including St. Paul Light, English Bay, Baffin I., Near I., Buskin River, Nyusan Peninsula, Womans Bay. Specific sighting location near Buskin River. | | Possible Error (Max.) | Shown on a graph with altitudes from 500' to 2500' | | Drawing Made By | Paul Herring | | Enclosure Reference | (A) TO DIO-17ND, CONF NNI-96, SERIAL 13-49 |
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The image is a sketch of the Chance-Vought V-173 or XF5U-1, a prototype aircraft. It features a unique flying pancake design with two propellers at the front. The aircraft has US military insignia on its wings.
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| Information | Detail | | :---------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | | Status | DISPATCHED | | Date | 18 FEB 1949 | | Issuing Authority | HEADQUARTERS, 8th Weather Squadron | | Time Indicator | Circular dial with hour markers (1-12) |
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A circular stamp indicating: * **Status:** DISPATCHED * **Date:** 18 FEB 1949 * **Location:** HEADQUARTERS * **Unit:** 6th Weather Squadron The stamp also features a clock face with hours marked from 1 to 12.
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY STAFF MESSAGE CENTER
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- **Document Type:** Action Copy - **Originating Unit:** MATS - **Date:** 11-27 - **PO:** 56711 - **Assigned To:** PL/INT - **Action:** FS - **Copies Distributed:** 15 - **Copy Number:** Marked as "COPY NO." (value not fully visible)
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The image appears to be a weather chart with various data points and contour lines. Without a legend, interpreting the exact meaning of symbols and numbers is difficult. However, key entities visible include geographical locations (likely Japan and surrounding areas), contour lines (potentially representing pressure or temperature), and numerous data points with numerical values. These data points likely represent weather observations at specific locations. The date "250600Z" is also present, indicating the time of the chart.
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| Category | Detail | |---|---| | **Legend** | | | Symbol: Black Circle | Observing Station | | Symbol: Dashed Line | Probable Path of Phenomenon | | Symbol: Red 'X' | Probable Area of Explosion or Disappearance | | **Locations Marked** | | | Observing Stations | Fukushima, Nagano, Takayama, Suwa, Iida, Gifu | | Probable Path of Phenomenon | Marked by a dashed line connecting Fukushima to the area near Takayama/Gifu. | | Probable Area of Explosion or Disappearance | Marked by a red 'X' near Gifu. | | **Document Identifier** | Incl 4 |
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This is a weather chart depicting surface observations and isobars. Key entities include: * **Weather Stations:** Represented by circles with associated data (temperature, wind, etc.) and symbols indicating weather conditions. * **Isobars:** Lines connecting points of equal atmospheric pressure. * **Fronts:** Indicated by symbols (e.g., "L" for low-pressure system). * **Precipitation:** Shaded areas, likely indicating rain or snow. Specific data points visible include: * **Low-Pressure System:** Located over a landmass, with associated wind and pressure readings. * **Numerous individual station reports:** Showing varying temperatures, dew points, wind directions and speeds, and pressure tendencies. * **Isobar values:** Such as 1000, 1008, 1012, 1016, 1020, 1024, 1028, 1032, 1036, 1040, 1044. * **Date/Time Indicator:** "251200Z" which likely signifies December 25th at 12:00 Zulu time.
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The image contains text that is largely illegible due to the poor quality of the scan and the textured background. However, some words and phrases are discernible:
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The image contains text that is largely illegible due to the poor quality of the scan and the textured background. However, some words and phrases are discernible: * "SEQUREL" (appears to be a title or header, possibly misspelled) * "MORT DIE ORTI SECEBIT" (a phrase that appears in larger font in the center) * Various lines of text with many words obscured. There is no chart or table present in the image. The content appears to be a document with some form of heading and body text, but the specifics cannot be determined.
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CONFIDENTIA
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The image displays a circular object with rays emanating from its circumference, representing a light source. A measurement of "30"" is written across the diameter of the circle. The text accompanying the image states "Round light 30 inches in diameter." Therefore, the key information is that there is a round light with a diameter of 30 inches.
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The image depicts a circle with a line segment drawn through its center. The line segment is labeled "30\"". The circle has radiating lines around its perimeter, resembling a sun or a light source.
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The image depicts a circle with a line segment drawn through its center. The line segment is labeled "30\"". The circle has radiating lines around its perimeter, resembling a sun or a light source. Key information: * **Shape:** Circle * **Diameter:** 30 inches
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This is an aerial photograph of an airport. Key features are labeled: * **1:** A single tree or small cluster of trees. * **2:** An arrow pointing towards a building complex. * **3:** A circular marker on a building complex. * **N:** A north directional arrow. An airplane is visible on the tarmac. The image appears to be an aerial reconnaissance photo or site survey.
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| Field | Value | |---|---| | Date Stamp 1 | 11 JAN 1949 | | Type 1 | RECEIVED, REGISTERED UNIT MATS | | Date Stamp 2 | JAN 13 1949 | | Type 2 | RECEIVED AIR TRANSPORT COMMAND A-3 | | Time Stamp 1 | 11:11 | | Time Stamp 2 | Approximately 11:09 |
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The image contains a handwritten signature and text. The text appears to be: "Return to Capt. H." and is associated with the "DETACHMENT, 1701ST AIR TRANSPORT WING, CONTINENTAL DIVISION, MATS, EDMONTON ALBERTA CANADA".
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The image contains a handwritten signature and text. The text appears to be: "Return to Capt. H." and is associated with the "DETACHMENT, 1701ST AIR TRANSPORT WING, CONTINENTAL DIVISION, MATS, EDMONTON ALBERTA CANADA".
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The image displays the word "SECRET" stamped in purple ink. A black circle with a small appendage is to the left of the word, and a thin black line is drawn horizontally through the middle of the text. The text surrounding the figure indicates this is "ATTACHMENT NO. 1" from the "16th Weather Sqdn." at "Chanute Air Force Base," "Chanute Field, Illinois."
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The image contains a circular stamp with the following information:
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The image contains a circular stamp with the following information: * **DISPATCHED** * **OCT 1948** * **REGISTERED UNIT MATS** * A dial with numbers indicating hours (1-12, repeated twice). The surrounding text indicates this is related to "03086xido dates as".
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A hand-drawn map showing the coastline of what appears to be the Kodiak, Alaska area, with annotated flight path of an observed aerial object. The map includes a trajectory line, a circle indicating where 'flame went out here,' labeled geographic features, a data table, an altitude/trajectory diagram, and a north arrow. The document is stamped CONFIDENTIAL.
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A hand-drawn map of Japan with a grid overlay, showing observing stations, a probable path of a phenomenon, and a probable area of explosion or disappearance. The map covers the Japanese archipelago including Honshu, Kyushu, Shikoku, and Hokkaido, with surrounding waters and coastlines drawn in reddish-brown ink.
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An airplane is visible on the tarmac. The image appears to be an aerial reconnaissance photo or site survey.
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An airplane is visible on the tarmac. The image appears to be an aerial reconnaissance photo or site survey.