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[page 1] 441 0/18 SECRET 1442 Incident Summaries. 101-172 2ucl. DECLASSIFIED Authority: NND 917033 SECRET 422 P 958 8-18380 [page 2] CHECK-LIST- UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident #101 1. Dato 18 February 1948 2. Time 5:01 P.K. 3. Location Norcatur, "ansas 4. Namo of observor M. R. Krehbiel account (taken from newspaper) 5. Oc cupati on of obqo rvor F.di tor 6. Address of observor Norton, Kansas 7. Placo of observation Norcatur, Kansas 8. Number of objects ne 9. Distance of object from obsorver N/S 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitudo 30-35 miles above earth 12. Spood N/S 13. Direction of flight N/S 1h. Tactics N/S 15. Sound One big explosion - "afterwards a lot of little explosions" 16. Sizo N/S 17. Color Bluish-white smoke smudge 18. Shapo Mushroom 19. Odor detected N/S 20. Apparent construction Meteor 21. Exhaust trails None Bluish-white smoke smudge 22. Woathor conditions H/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Sketches or photographs Photo of vapor trail left in sky by explosion 25. Nanner of disappearance Disintegration 26. Romarks: Oscar Monnig, of the Texas Observers, mateur Astronomy, 1010 Morningside Drive, Ft. Worth, offers "tangible proof that the fireball SECRETARY 5-11580 [page 3] of February 18 over northern Kansas was just that, inasmuch as meteorites have been recovered from it." There were found, beginning April 24, first several smaller fragments up to one of 4 1/2 pounds. Then a disturbed spot in a clover field led to the digging up of a piece of some 109 pounds embedded about two feet in the soil. The stone is what is termed as an "achondrite", a technical name for an unusual type of stony meteorite. It is reported to be of a type which will deteriorate rapidly. A photograph of the trail of the meteor, made by amateur photographer Duane . Wray of Norton, shows the vapor trail left in the sky by the explosion of a meteor which was seen in Oklahoma, New Mexico, Colorado, Kansas, and "ebraska. It was made at Wray's home, nine miles north of Norton, just four minutes after the meteor exploded. A smudge of blue- white smoke remained in the sky for an hour February 18th. This photo- graph is in file under Incident #101. Further remarks are contained in supplement. SECRET [page 4] (COPY) 323 W. Tenth St., Pueblo, Colorado February 20, 1948 Office of the Chief of Staff U. S. Army Washington, D. C. | Subject: | Explosion in the sky near Norcatur, "ans.<br />4:00 p.m. (MST) February 18, 1948 | |-|-| | Purpose: | To call attention to some peculiarities<br />in connection, whether coincidental or not | According to an AP bulletin appearing in the Pueblo CHIEFTAIN for February 18, 1948, some object was seen moving eastward across the sky on the late afternoon of February 18th, and when this thing reached a position approximate to Norcatur, Kansas, exploded, or disrupted, or disappeared. The ex- plosion is said to have been terrific. Directions given as to the progress of this appearance in- dicate that it moved from west to east. Information contained in the dispatch under a Denver dateline indicate that while many would call this object a bolide - e.g., exploding meteor the astronomers of Chamberlin Observatory (Denver) did not so assess it: it is said in the dispatch that these officials could offer no explanation of it. If this is the case, the apparance is anomalous, and may lend itself to other meteoric explanation. A sketch-diagram of the earth and moon's orbit reveals a pe- culiarity in connection with the appearance, which may be significant. It is held by rocketry experts (example, WILLY LEY - see his ROCKETS, p. 192, diagram and note in connection there- with) that it would take about 100 hours for a rocket-craft to negotiate the distance from Earth to Moon. Prior to its ~xplosion over Norcatur, this object of Feb. 18th was variously reported as a "fallin g plane", a " jet plane", and a ''ball of fire 11 • It is said by some to have l eft a trailof smoke behind it. It is the suggestion of this writer that the Army collect and assimilate reports on this object, with a view to determining where it was seen as an object trailing smoke and where as a ball of fire. Ifthis thing is a r ocket of some kind headed fo r the moon, it might first have been seen as a streak of sr.oke, then later as a ball of fi re , and las tly as a tremendous ex plosion when it at lastreached sufficient speed and eleva tion for take- o ff. The writer has in mind the various and unexplained reports on "flying saucers", and bases this speculation upon a long consideration of various oddments of reports whose significance might be of space-craft from other worlds of space. The so-called "meteoric procession" which crossed Toronto in February 1913, consisted of a number of groups of illimunated bodies traveling in groups of three and moving in "rigid formation", all pursuing a course across the same straak of the earth's surface. +f a line is projected backward along this line of flight it will be seen that this line "comes out" at the position of the moon at the time. The 1913 phenomenon occurred in the mid-period of a series of reports on dirigible aircraft of appearance like zeppelins which were seen over England and whose appearance terminated or reports on the appearances stopped just prior to the inferior conjunction of Venus - of April 24, 1913. The writer begs to call attention to the fact that the times prior to and just after inferior conjunction of Venus are prolific in reports of strange things seen in the sky. Also that lights have been reported on the moon from time to time, back for at least a century. If in the future of military experiment the moon is selected as a base for the launching of rockets (which has been suggested by some writers), it may be well to look first 2 [page 6] into reports like this one on the explosion over Norcatur and the direction of the object involved. There is a possibility, however remote this may seem, that the moon is either inhabited or in use by other than human beings. ## tours, /s/NORMAN GARRETT MARKHAM It may do not harm to watch the moon for possible arrival of this thing in the quarter at 80 to 100 hours after "its Departure". NGM 104 [page 7] .:(COPY) FILE REF: - SIGGE-M-1 From: <empty> To: <empty> Subject: <empty> Purpose: <empty> ## tours, (cont.) March 14, 1948 Norman G. Uarkham MAIN HOT£L, Pueblo, Colo Chief Signal Officer U. S. Army, Washington, D.C. Norcatur, Kans., sky explosion of 18 February, 1948 To show a speculation regard- ing the above phenomenon and another one of earlier date and to call attention to Occurrences between the two which have an appearance of relationship whether coinci- dental or not. The geographical position of the Norcatur explosion suggests possible linkage with other occurrences happening inside latitudinal limits arbitrarily demarkable between 43° 36' North (which is the latitude of Boise, Idaho) and 36° 10' North (the latitude of Nashville, Tenn.), a belt about 485 miles wide. This suggestion is gained from positions given for occurrences happening between June 24, 1947 and February 18, 1948, as shall be hereinafter briefly described. ## tours, (cont.) horizon of Boise at 3:30 p.m. and another line be drawn from the position of the moon at one hundred hours before the sighting of the Boise object, and projected to the center of the earth, it will be seen that this ten- degrees-altitude and the moon-earth line intersect as a place far above a geographical position considerably to the west of Cape Blance, in the neighborhoodof about 700 miles off the coast. The Boise object in its appearance suggests a rocket-type of craft possibly using reaction blasts to brake itself down for a landing on the earth. The bright point and plumy tail of the description suggest this, as also its apparent fixity in space. ## tours, (cont.) HOLLE'S "SHIP IN FLAMES" --Nine days after the sighting of the Boise object a forest lookout named Earl Holle saw at or soon after 4:00 p.m., 3rd July, 1947, something he took to be a "tanker in flames". This was seen horizon-ward from a point in Sonoma County, California, near to Fort Ross. A search was instituted by the Navy or Coast Guard, and nothing was found. The soviet tanker ELBRUZ, which had been in the vicinity, was queried and found to be all right. This was not explained. If this apperance had been on the horizon, there is no telling how far it may have been from the observer. CAPE MENDOCINO BLIMP INCIDENT -Not far from the location of Holle's "burning ship" an accident occurred to a navy blimp, 1 July 1947, off Cape Mendocino. ## tours, (cont.) This may have been heading in the general direction ofwhatmay ha ve been the goal of two later objects which roughly resemble it in descri pti on. THE TICONDEROGA OBJECTS - According to the tanker Ticonderoga's second officer, two "flying discs" were seen heading SOUTHWEST when the ship was in 43 degrees fifteen minutes north and 124 degrees 54 minutes west, at 0620 GCT, 12th November 1947. These may have been heading for the object seen in the Pacific off the Golden Gate, not long afterward - or possibly at the same time, if earlier reports on this are consulted. • THE PHANTOM REEF On November 24, 1947, the Navy denied that it had found a phantom reef or other obstruction to navigation at a point about 400 miles west of San Francisco. The Navay Survey ship MAURY, sent out there in response to reports of ships that some hugh object had been seen in the water in that neighborhood, reported that when in the approximate 1 titude and longitude of the supposed obstruction they picked up an echo from some thing in the water 1600 yards from the ship; but that when they had steamed to within 400 yards of this, the echo vanished. There seems a possible connectabilitybetween the various elements so tar considered. ## tours, (cont.) Later on January 7, 1948, there were occurrences in the neighborhood of Wilmington, O., Ft. Knox, Ky., Franklin, Ky., and Nashville, Tenn., all of which must be now familiar to the archivists of the Signal Office. Something like a "fl¥ing disc" was pursued by one Lt. Mantell arrl two other pilots, ~antel being killed w hile in the process of at temptin g to gain altitooe to get close to whatever itwas he was chasing. Also, in this connectio n , itmay not be amiss to mention the deaths of two militaryofficer& ,mo were said to have been b ringing back material evidence from "flyingdiscs" one of w hich was said to have met with some kind of accident over .14aury Island, Puget Sound, around June, 1947. ItWill be seen on inspection that the geo gra phical locales of these incidents fit inside the belt of latitu:ies hereinbefore mentioned. 'mE NORCATUR EXPLOSION was described in a pre vious letter of this writer, an:i it was shown in that letterthat a line tangential to the meridian of Norcatur, Kans., at hour-angle 2:20 p.m., would if con tinued outward into space to the orbit of the moon , intersect the moon's orbit at a point w here the moon w ould have been at about 100 hours after the time of the explosion. [page 10] I submit there is a likelihood that on June 24, 1947, something like a space-ship came here from the moon and upon February 18, 1948, returned to the moon. This is of course speculation. But has anyone yet explained the "flving discs" in terms of all the pretty-well proven facts in connection with them? Has anyone yet devised a fuel powerful enough to kick a rocket from Earth to the Moon? There have been hundreds of reports, during the past century, on occurrences which imply this world is visited from outside space. Absence of contact by these postulatable visiting entities may imply a state of culture far beyond ours, to the point where it would be inex- pedient for their members to have to do with us en-masse. These reports have never been seriously considered by science, which in general ignores them. [page 11] Excerpt of letterdated April 11, 1948 from Dr. Lincoln LaPu, Director, Institute of Meteoritics, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, to the Deputy Executive Director, Committee on Geophys ical Science~, Research and Development Board: ## tours, (cont.) Thank you for the surprising documents sent me under date of March 30. As you remark, certain aspects of Markham's letters are fantastic (for example: (1) the fireball procession of 1913, February 9, was genuinely meteoric, although a rare type of chain fall; (2) no astronomer could take seriously Markham's "invasion by beings from Venus or the Moon"- theory: (3) he appeals to, and biases in his favor, such untrustworthy evidence as newspaper stories, e.g., the absurd statement attributed to Dr. Rocht of the Chamberlin Observatory). Nevertheless, Markham is justi- fied in calling attention to certain incidents as unexplained, for example, the "flying lenses" (in my opinion 99% hoax and imagination and 1% real). ## tours, (cont.) As regards the Norcatur, Kansas incident, I remain convinced that, like the Four Corners incident, it was a genuine meteorite fall, although one of exceptional size (again like the Four Corners fall). However, there are many curious aspects of both these falls, some of an objective nature, like the singular fact that in spite of intensive searches (ad- mittedly under bad terrain and weather conditions), not a trace of meteoritic material has so far been found; some of a non-objective nature, like the amazing testimony given by Mr. Leland Sammons, Mr. Alfred Glenn, and other witnesses of the Nor catur incident, both to members of the State Highway Commission of Kansas and to Institute of Meteoritics field survey parties. (See exhibits A, B, and C enclosed.) Some comment on such testimony as ap pears in 1i.,B, and C would seem desirable: ## tours, (cont.) 1. Glenn first reported the battery case as red hot. When I pointed out that the paper on it was not charred, his account was changed to "too hot to handle". The Institute of Meteoritics party found only two men, not four, who saw the battery case fall. The battery case has been examined by Dr. Victor Regener, Department of Physics, University of New Mexico, who states that it appears to be identical with the small batteries used in portable radios. 2. K. Hays identification of the Norcatur object as a rocket has the following support: On the moming of February 19, I talked to the towerman and two assistants at the Air Base at McCook Field, Nebraska. All three denied the Nor catur object was a fireball and described it as a black object with an extremely bright jet of flame pouring out of the rear. Furthermore, a 1-year old, and presumably unbiased, schoolgirl in Oberlin, Kansas wrote me a similar description of the "Fireball." [page 12] 3. A determined effort is under way to check up on Sammons' veracity (and sanity!) I have neither seen nor talked to Sammons, but another member of the Institute of Meteoritics party (Dr. D. M. Gragg, an Instructor in the Department of Mathematics) who did so believes Sammons (who is a well-to-do farmer) to be sincere and very badly scared.. Of course nearness to a big meteorite fall would scare one as badly as an atom bomb; but how could it produce such testimony as Sammons". The "meteoritic" incidents from the great fall of 1945, November 29 (from which no meteorites have been recovered either!) through the sequence of similar falls culminating in the Four Corners and lorcatur incidents, coupled with such tings as the Ussuri incident, convince me that either the earth is under a most unusual cosmic bombardment or many of the fireballs are not meteorites at all. While I still cling to the meteoritic hypothesis, it is clear that which ever alternative is the right one, the situation cries aloud for thorough investigation. [page 13] EXHIBIT B Statement taken from Leland Sammons ## tours, (cont.) My name is beland annons, and live on a farm 14 mil s west of Stockton and 1 mile north, off 15 2h. ## tours, (cont.) On February 18 at about 51.., I was standing near my hog-pen about 100' east of my house, when I heard the pheasants raising a disturbance and the chickens all shef to the chicken-house. I looked around toward the house to see what was causing it and saw something hovering just above the house. I ran toward the house, and it then lowered over the north end of the house and settled toward the round. I wa then very near it, approximately 6' when it stopped about level with my face, and just wobbled a ound for an instant, fire belching out of it and suckin back in. The thing was about 4' long, shaped something like a funnel. There was a pipe sticking out the back of it, and once as it wobbled around, the pipe was sticking right at my belly. Suddenly there was a lot of sparks showered from it, and the fire increased as if a fuse might have lighted, and it took off in a north-westerly direction very fast, gaining altitude as it went. My wife heard it leave and ran out where I stood, and we watched it go, leaving a trail of smoke all the way. Sudde ly there was a great cloud of smoke in the sky, not more than 40 seconds after it left my yard, and in a few seconds or more, we heard an explosion. I then stepped off from my house to where it had been, and it was five steps. Yes, it was hot, I could feel the hear from it. Had I not been washing my car prior to the occurrence, wetting the ground, there would have been a bare spot in the yard where the thing started up because there was a great rush of fire from it when it left. It must have been quite high when it exploded. ## tours, (cont.) Kenneth "ays, son of Floyd Hays, 14 miles east of Norton on US 36, at the Jct. of K-60, south side of highway. At about 5 to 5:30 P.M., not sure of time, was riding his horse in a pasture, when he heard something queer in the sky. Looking up to the south-west, he saw what appeared to him to be a rocket, just like he had seen during the war in Europe. It startled him, and he jumped off the horse. He then remounted, watched its course, almost on a level but losing altitude a little, and it then exploded with a big cloud of smoke, apparently over Norton, from where he was, south of Frairie View. He rode on toward home a ways, when suddenly the sound and jar of the explosion reached him. Mrs. Hays was home in the house, when she heard and felt some thing like a truck might have struck the house. She ran out of the house and then first saw the huge cloud of smoke. About 40 minutes later, a part of the smoke cloud dirfted directly over their house, and went on east over Phillipsburg. ## tours, (cont.) but slightly east. Suddenly, about 1 and 1/2 minutes after he had seen the flash, there was a terrific explosion and jar, shaking the ground and causing the windows all around to rattle. Following the explosion, there were several loud reverberating rumblings across the heavens. He stated that the explosion must have been very high. Edgar Young, a boy living at Regar, just east of Norcatur, was outside the elevator, when he observed the explosion, looked up and saw the huge cloud of smoke. He stated that it was almost overhead but slightly west of him. He said that it was a big explosion. The elevator man was out in the elevator, when he heard the explosion. He tought that his oil-burner had exploded in the office and ran in to see about it. Finding it O.K., he ran outside to see what had exploded, saw the big cloud of smoke high overhead, slightly west. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Date 18 February 1948 2. Time 1500 MST Incidont # 102 3. Location Air Near Green River, Utah 1. Name of observer Lenord P. Marchese (B-29 Pilot, Lt. 28 Bomber Gp) Carl W. Stucki, Lt., Co-Pilot, (see reverse side 5. Occupation of obsorvor Pilot for other witnesses) 6. Address of observer 77th Bomb Sq, 28th Bomb Gp (VH), Weaver AFB, S.D. 7. Place of observation 39° N - 100° W - near Green River, Utah 8. Number of objects. One 9. Distanco of object from observer 100 miles 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitudo 20,000 feet 12. Speed Very high 13. Direction of flight Southeast of Limon, Colorado 1h. Tactics Explosion rate 15. Sourd Could not be determined due to B-29 engine noise 16. Size Huge 17. Color Multi-colored ball of fire 18. Shop Huge multi-colored ball of fire and dense cloud of smoke 19. Odor dotected N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails Vapor trail with ball of fire at head of trail 22. Wanther conditions Clear 23. Effect on clouds N/S ' ) I . Skotches or photographs Hone 25. Hanner of disappearance N/S 26. Romarks: XXXXX Over [page 16] A huge multi-colored ball of fire trailing a dense cloud of smoke was sighted at approx 1500 hours MST 18 Feb 48, 39° N-100° W at approx 20,000 by two B-29 aircraft of the 28th Bombardment Group (VH). It was seen some 100 miles southeast of the B-29s. Size was estimat ed as huge altho impossible to determine accurately due to the distance. It was traveling at very high speed and heading southeast of Limon, Colorado. at approx 20,000 ft. Witnesses: Capt Howard H. Berodt, AO-49504, 718th Bomb Sq 28th Bomb Gp (VH). Pilot of 1st B-29 Capt Maurice T. Ritenour, 40-48043, 718th Bomb Sq 28 Bomb Gp (VH). Co-Pilot of 1st B-29. 1st Lt Leonard P. Marchese, AO-748714, 77th Bomb Sq., 28th Bomb Gp (MH). Pilot of 2nd B-29 1st Lt. Carl W. Stucki, AO-785916, 77th Bomb Sq. 28th Bomb Gp (VH). Co-Pilot of 2nd B-29. NOTE: See Incident 101 - Norcatur Kansas. 118 [page 17] TRICTED CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Data 18 February 1948 Incident #: 103 2. Time 1500 NST 3. Location xxxx Air near Green River Utah h. Name of observors Capt. Howard H. Berodt Capt Maurice T. Ritenour (See Inc 102 corrobration) 5. Occupation of observer Filots 6. Address of observor 718th Bomb Sq, 28th Bomb Gp (VH) Weaver AFB, S.D. 7. Place of observation 39° N 100° W - Near Green River, Utah - 8. Number of objects ne 9. Distanco of object from observer 100 miles 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitudo 20,000 feet 12. Speed Very high 13. Direction of flight Southeast (of Limon, Colorado) 1h. Tactics Explosion rate 15. Sound Could not be determined due to B-29 engine noise 16. Size Huge (Seen 100 miles west of the B-29's) 17. Color Multi-colored ball of fire 18. Shapo Hugh milti-colored ball of fire and dense cloud of smoke followed 19. Odor dotectod N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails Vapor trail with a ball of fire at the head of trail 22. Weather conditions Clear 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Romarks: bauer- Same as incident 102 which see ESTRICTED [page 18] CHECK-LIST-IDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 7 Mar 45 2. Zimo 2055 C Incidint #104 3. Location Smyrna, Tenn. me of observer Frank L. Fenn, Maj, USAF, 00, Smyrna AF Base Col Richard C. Pettingill & Pvt Frank C. Johnson, 5. Occupation of observor 8 CO of Smyrna & radio and tower operators AACS Station 6. drops of observer Smyrna AAF, Sxxx Smyrna, Tenn 7. Plues of observation Smyrna AAF - 6 miles from (ground) 8. Number of objects 1 ). Distance of object from observer 6 miles 10. Timo in sight 45 minutes 11. Altitude About 5° above horizon 12. Spod very slow 13. Direction of flight WNW away from Smyrna 1h. Thetics N/S Faded away 15. Sourd None 16. Size Unknown 17. yellow-orange Color 18. Shape oval 19. Odor detectod N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S seemed to be flare 21. Exhaust trails None 22. Weather conditions CAVU 10 miles - 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs Figs (2) showing yellow orange flame-like oval 25. Nanner of disappearance faded into horizon 26. Romarks: (over) 7 [page 19] A yellow-orange object which had the appearance of a flare was observed some six miles from Smyrna AAF between the west and northwest just above the horizon and moving directly away from Smyrna. The speed was estimated as slow since the object remained visible some forty-five minutes. It gradually faded away disappearing into the horizon. No exhaust trail was seen and no sound was heard. [page 20] RESTRICTED # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS | 1. | Data | 8 Mar 48 Incidont #105 | |-|-|-| | 2. | Time | 1100 | | 3. Location Belmont, N. C. | 3. Location Belmont, N. C. | 3. Location Belmont, N. C. | | 4. Namo of observor Mr. A. C. Morrison | 4. Namo of observor Mr. A. C. Morrison | 4. Namo of observor Mr. A. C. Morrison | | 5. | Occupation of observor Supt. Meter Dept, Duke Power Co., Charlotte, N. C, | Occupation of observor Supt. Meter Dept, Duke Power Co., Charlotte, N. C, | | 6. | Address | of observor Charlotte, N. C. (Duke Power Co.) | | 7. | Placo of observation Belmont, N. C. (Sighted from ground) | Placo of observation Belmont, N. C. (Sighted from ground) | | 8. | Number of objects 1 | Number of objects 1 | | 9. | Distance of object from observer N/S | Distance of object from observer N/S | | 10. | Timo in | sight about 10 seconds | | 11. | Altitude N/S - could not be estimated | Altitude N/S - could not be estimated | | 12. | Spcod | Around 600 MPH | | 13. | Diroction | of flight Easterly | | 1h. | Tactics | None- moved in straight line at constant speed without<br />change in altitude or direction | | 15. | Sound | None | | 16. | Size From a distance - that of a small coin | Size From a distance - that of a small coin | | 17. | Color bright or silver looked metallic | Color bright or silver looked metallic | | 18. | Shapo | round or sphere (unable to determine which) | | 19. | Odor | dotectod N/S | | 20. | Apparent construction Metallic | Apparent construction Metallic | | 21. | Exhaust | trails None | | 22. Weather conditions Clear with scattered white clouds | 22. Weather conditions Clear with scattered white clouds | 22. Weather conditions Clear with scattered white clouds | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S | Effect on clouds N/S | | 24. | Skotches | or photographs None | | 25. | Manner | of disappearance behind small white cloud | | 26. | Romarks: | (over) | [page 21] A round metallic-appearing object moving very rapidly at an estimated speed of 600 MPH was observed near Belmont, N. C., at approx 1100 the morning of 8 Mar 48. The weather was clear with excellent visibility with a few small scattered fleecy white clouds. It could not be determined if the object were a disc or sphere. Its apparent size was that of a small coin of a bright or silver color. It reflected the sun maintaining a steady reflection which did not flicker. The object which was under observation for some 10 seconds was on an easterly heading and moved in a straight line at a constant speed without apparent change in altitude or direction. It was impossible to determine the altitude but it was moving above the clouds. No sound of any kind was heard nor was any exhaust trail observed. NOTE: Witness (Mr Morrison) is a man of excellent character and reputation, a first-grade engineer and employee of Duke Power Co for some 30 years. He impressed the agent as being conservative and sound and is a technical man with a very technical and responsible position. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) Mr. Morrison was careful in his statements. He does not claim he saw the "flying disc", merely his claiming that they saw an object which they could not identify with any natural phenomenon or known type of aircraft. It resembled "a round metallic appearing object moving very rapidly." Witnesses: Mr. Hendrix, assistant Superintendent, Meter Dept Duke Power Co., Charlotte, N. C. Mr. G. W. Jordan, Gastonia Electric Co., Gastonia, N. C. 12 [page 22] CHECK-LIST- UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 106 1. Dato 5 March 1948 2. Time 1610 - 1655 3. Location Bakersfield, California h. Hamo of observor George L. Buchner 5. Occupation of observor N/S 6. Address of obsorvor Bakersfield, California 7. Place of observation From ground, southwest toward Buena Vista Lake, Calif. 8. Numbor of objects Two 9. Distanco of object from observor 10-12 miles 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitudo N/S 12. Spead N/S 13. Direction of flight Earthward 1h. Tactics N/S 15. Sound N/S 16. Sizo N/S 17. Color Seemingly on fire, black and red smoke trailing behind 18. Shapo Similar to falling aircraft 19. Odor dotoctod N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails Brownish-white smoke and debris trailing 22. Woathor conditions N/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Nanner of disappearance Behind a water tower, which was an obstruction to the view 26. Romarks: Comments of G. L. Buckner and other witnesses to this sighting contained in attached supplement. 22 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) confidential HEADQUARTERS FOURTH AIR FORCE Office of the Assistant Chief of Staff, A-2 Intelligence Hamilton Field, California LAFDA-3/1208-I SUBJECT: Investigation of Flying Disc. Mar 11, 1948 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) TO: Chief of Staff United States Air Forces Washington, D. C. ATTN: DIRECTORATE OF INTELLIGENCE Air Intelligence Requirements Branch 1. Incident reported on 9 March 1948, this headquarters, per telephone call from Sgt A. M. Larsen, Sheriff's office, Bakersfield, California. a. "bservation by Mr. (George L) Les Buchner, Bakersfield, California, of two objects falling to earth from unknown source on 5 March 1948 between 1610 and 1655 hours. Description of objects similar to falling aircraft with smoke and debris trailing. Observation made at Bakersfield with objects sighted southwest toward Buena Vista Lake, California. b. Observation by Mr. Denio, employee of the Pacific General Electric Company, Bakersfield, California, of two objects which fell to earth from unknown source north of Bakersfield, California, 8 March 1948. One object seemed to be on fire with red and black smoke trailing behind. 2. Informant Larsen stated that searching parties, aircraft and rescue units have made numerous attempts to locate these reported objects without success. 3. Investigation of incident has been initiated by this headquarters. Report will follow. [page 24] HEADQUARTERS FOURTH AIR FORCE Office of the Assistant Chief of Staff Intelligence Hamilton Field, California # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) 4AFDA-3/1208-1 SUBJECT: Investigation of Flying Discs SUMMARY OF INFORMATION: Information from the Sheriff's Office, Bakersfield, California, revealed that numerous calls from residents in Bakersfield concerning peculiar objects in the sky over Bakersfield, predicated an investigation by their office and contact with A-2 Headquarters Fourth Air Force. On 13th March 1948, two informants, Mr. George L. Buchner, and "r. H. B. Nix, stated that they observed a flying object which appeared to be consumed in fire, and left a brownish-white plume of smoke, which suddenly stopped and disappeared. Seconds later, what appeared to be a parachute, was seen to be drifting to the east. The object, as described, appeared to be a burning fabric ai rplane, consumed in smoke. Observati ons were ~a de in Bakersfield of object to the south and southwest, appro:ximatel y ten to twel ve miles distance, ar otmd 1600 hours on 5 Mar ch 1948 . ச # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) On 13th March 1948, informant, Mr. H. B. Nix, stated that he observed an object at 0830, 8 March 1948, due north of Bakersfield, approximately five miles distance. The object was a large, orange-red ball of fire, somewhat larger than a small airplane, appeared to remain static for approximately thirty seconds, then split and continued to burn; each visible as a burning half. A parachute, with a black object hanging was then observed to fall, drift to the east and disappeared into the hills east of Bakersfield. On 13th March 1948, two informants, Mrs. Callie R. Mason, secretary, Haberfelde Building, Bakersfield, California, and Dr. J. E. Johnson, dentist Haberfelde Building, Bakersfield, California, stated that they were in Room 518, Haberfelde Building, on the morning of 9 March 1948. Mrs. Mason was a patient of Dr. Johnson. Both informants stated that they observed a flaming object which appeared at first to be a very small airplane. Orange red flames seemed to envelope the object with considerable black smoke trailing in a zigzag manner for approximately 4,000 to 5,000 feet. The object was observed at 1,000 feet, approximately due north of Bakersfield, seven to ten miles distant at approximately 0830 hours. [page 25] ## A-2 COMMENT: Although tere is no evidnece to substantiate the following, it is the opinion of this headquarters that this activity could be attributed to marker fl res. Any further developments, or evidence obtained, will be forwarded this headquarters from the Sheriff's Office, Bakersfield, California. ## EVALUATION Of Source C Of Information 3 25 [page 26] RESTRICTED # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS | 1. | Date 8 March 1948 Incident #107 | |-|-| | 2. | Time N/S | | 3. | Location Bakersfield, California | | 4. | Name of observer Mr. Denio | | 5. | Occupation of obsorvor Pacific General Electric Company employee | | 6. | Address of observor N/S | | 7. | Placo of observation Sighted from ground | | 8. | Number of objects Two | | 9. | Distanco of object from observer N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight N/S | | 11. | Altitude N/S | | 12. | Spood N/S | | 13. | Direction of flight Earthward | | 14. | Tactics N/S | | 15. | Sound N/S | | 16. | Sizo N/S | | 17. | Color One object seemingly afire, red and black smoke trailing | | 18. | Shapo N/S | | 19. | Odor dotectod N/S | | 20. | Apparent construction N/S | | 21. | Exhaust trails N/S | | 22. | Woathor conditions N/S | | 23. | RESTRICTED<br />Effoct on clouds N/S | | 24. | Sketches or photographs None | | 25. | Manner of disappearance XXS Fell to earth | | 26. | Romarks: See supplement to Incident #106. | [page 27] # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incidont #108 1. Duto 8 March 1948 2. Time 0830 3. Location Bakersfield, California 4. Namo of observer H. B. Nix 5. Occupation of observor N/S 6. Address of observor N/S 7. Placo of observation Sighted from ground 8. Number of objects ne 9. Distanco of object from observer 5 miles 10. Timo in sight Approx. 30 seconds before splitting and burning 11. Altitudo N/S 12. Spood Static for approx 30 seconds, and then drifting 13. Diroction of flight eastward 1h. Tactics N/S 15. Sound N/S 16. Size Larger than a small airplane 17. Color Orange-red ball of fire 18. Shapo Ball 19. Odor dotected N/S 20. apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails N/S 22. Wonthor conditions N/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S 21. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance Drifted to the east into the hills east of Bakersfield 26. Romarks: See supplement to incident #106 27 [page 28] COTE CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident #109 1. Date 9 March 1948 2. Time 0830 3. Location Bakersfield, California 4. Name of observers J.E. Johnson and Mrs. Callie R. Mason 5. Occupation of obsorver J.E. Johnson, Dentist, Mrs. Mason, Secretary 6. Address of observer N/S 7. Placo of observation 5th Floor of business building 8. Numbor of objects One 9. Distance of object from observer 7 - 10 miles 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitude 1000 feet 12. Spood N/S 13. Direction of flight Due north of Bakersfield 14. Tactics Zig-zaging 15. Sound N/S 16. Size Appearance of a very small airplane 17. Color Orange-red flame 18. Shapo Appearance of a very small airplane 19. Odor dotected N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 2 1. Exhoust trails Considerable black smoke t railing !or 4000 to 5000 feet 22. Woathor conditions N/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S RESTRICTED 24. Sketch es or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Romarks: See supplement to Incident #106 28 [page 29] CHECK-LIST - IDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incidort 110 Dut 23 March 1948 Tine 0300 - 0500 Loction Baltimore (Hamilton) Maryland Tam of observer Identity confidential 5. Cccupation of observor Active in American "e ion activities 6. drs of observar N/S 7. Flue of observation N/S Mumber of objects Undetermined 9. Distanco of object from observer N/S 10. Timo in sicht Not sighted 11. Altitude N/S 12. Spood N/S 13. Direction of flight N/S 14. Tactics N/S 15. Sourd Motor drone of foreign type aircraft 16. Size N/S 17. Color N/S 18. Shapo N/S 19. Odor detected N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails N/S 22. Weather conditions N/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S 21.. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Romarks: See Supplement TE 28 [page 30] (COPY) Incident # 110 # HEADQUARTERS STRATEGIC AIR COMMAND A2B Andrews Field Washington 20, D. C. SAC 350 (29 Mar 48) 29 March 1948 SUBJECT: Report of Unidentified Aerial Sounds. TO: Chief of Staff United States Air Force Washington 25, D. C. Attention: Director of Intelligence # HEADQUARTERS STRATEGIC AIR COMMAND (cont.) 1. The following is quoted from a copy of a letter, Baltimore Office, FBI, addressed to the Director of Intelligence, Second Army: # HEADQUARTERS STRATEGIC AIR COMMAND (cont.) "On March 23, 1948, an individual, who desired that her identity be kept confidential, telephonically communicated with this office and indicated that she is the wife of a former member of the United States military forces, and that she is presently active in American Legion activities, but was emphatic in stating that she was in no way hysterical or unduly apprehensive regarding present world conditions. She did, however, wish to bring to the attention of the proper authorities that during the past six or eight weeks, on a number of occasions between the hours of 3:00 and 5:00 A.M., she has heard peculiar sounding noises in the sky, which appear to come from airplanes in the distance, but the sound is not the type of airplane motor drone which is generally heard from American planes. She has discussed the matter with her husband, and he believes that the sound is more like that of a foreign type airplane. She recently discussed this matter with an unidentified woman who lives in her neighborhood, which is Hamilton, Baltimore, Maryland, and this woman stated that she, too, had heard the noise in question, and that her husband is also an ex-G. I. and he has stated that the motors sounded like that of foreign planes." # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Date 1 April 1948 Incidont #111 2. Time 0955 3. Location 124° 3' East, 12°, 52' North 4. Namo of observer 1st Lt. Meyers (Robert W.) 5. Occupation of observor P-47 Pilot 6. Address of observor 67th Fighter Squadron, 18th Fighter Group 7. Placo of observation Philippine Islands - Sighted from air 8. Number of objects One 9. Distanco of object from observor 3 miles 10. Timo in sight Approximately 60 seconds 11. Altitude 1000 feet 12. Spood 200 mph (disappeared in 5 seconds, indicating great acceleration) 13. Direction of flight 270° 14. Tactics N/S 15. Sound None 16. Sizo Estimated - wing-span 30 feet, length 20 feet 17. Color Silver 18. Shapo A half moon closely resembling a flying wing type acft; turtle back and an indistinct dorsal fin 19. Odor dotected N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails None observed 22. Weather conditions Scattered cumulus, base 3000 feet, tops 6000 feet 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance Object leveled out on heading of 270°, accelerated rapidly and disappeared from sight 26. Romarks: See attached supplement [page 32] HEADQUARTERS, THIRTEENTH AIR FORCE CLARK AIR FORCE BASE APO 719 B-2/am 8 April 1948 AG 452.1 SUBJECT: Report of Sighting of Unidentified Aircraft and/or Flying Object. TO : Commanding General, Far East Air Forces, APO 925, U... Army. ATTN: AC/S, A-2 1. In compliance with "Intelligence Requirements - Un-identified Aircraft" and letters, your head quarters, AG 452.1 A-2, 3 November 1947 and AG 452.1 A-2, 20 March 1948, the following incident is reported. 2. At 1630 hours on 1 April 1948, the S-2 officer of the 18th Fighter Group contacted the A-2 Division, this headquarters, and reported that 1st Lt. Robert W. Meyers had sighted an unidentified flying, object. His story is as follows. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) 3. On 1 April, at 0955, 1st Lt. Meyers was leading a flight of four (4) P-47 aircraft of the 67th Fighter Squadron, 18th Fighter Group. He was flying a heading of 180 degrees, altitude 1500 feet, position 124 degrees 3 minutes east and 12 degrees 52 minutes north, when he sighted an unidentified object approximately three (3) miles east of his position and at an estimated altitude of 1000 feet, heading of 360 degrees. The object appeared to be a flying wing type aircraft, its shape resembled a half moon what appeared to be a dorsal fin was barely perceptible, the span of the object estimated to be thirty feet, length twenty feet and silver in color. Upon sighting the object, Lt. eyers immediately started a left tum with the intention of intercepting and to more positively identify this phenomena. While Meyers was making a 240 degree turn, the unidentified object made a 90 degree left turn, then leveled out on a heading of 270 degrees, accelerated rapidly and disappeared from sight in approximately five seconds. There was no sound heard, and no exhaust trails were observed. At the time of the sighting visibility was unlimited, scattered cumulus, base 3000 feet, tops 6000 feet. [page 33] SECRET B-2, AG 452.1, Subject: "Report of Sighting of Unidentified Aircraft and/or Flying Object." cockpit were observed. b. The interview wd th Lt. "eyers indicated that he is a reliable, non-excitable individual and appeared quite positive in his statements. It must be taken into consideration however that he was the only witness to this incident, as he was. unable to call the object to the attention of his three wing-men because of their maneuvering in the tum, plus the fact that his radio was out. 3. Above incident reported your headquarters, 2 April 1948, in radio, cite K1243H. FOR THE COMMANDING GENERAL: /s/ Robert F. DeLong ROBERT F. DE LONG 1st ., USAF Acting Asst Adjutant General T-22190 35 [page 34] BASIC: Ltr Hq 13th AF, APO 719, Subj: "Rpt of "ighting of Unidentified Air craft and/or Flying Object," dtd 8 Apr 4. AG 452.1 A-2 1st Ind 15 April 1948 HEADQUARTERS, FAR FAST AIR FORCES, APO 925, TO: Commanding General, Air Materiel Command, Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, Ohio, Attention: CMI 1. Reference is made to letter Headquarters United States Air Force, subject: "Reporting of Information on 'Flying Discs'" dated 26 February 1948. 2. Evaluation of sighting described in basic communication by this headquarters is that in view of the circumstances surrounding the incident, the object was probably a bird. FOR THE COMMANDING GENERAL: /s/ C. N. Stewart C. N. STEWART Capt, AGD Asst Adj Gen T-22190 SECRET 33 [page 35] (COPY) [ ] SECRET IN 090359Z ## PRIORITY April 1948 FROM: CINCFE TYKYO JAPAN 0807312. TO: DEPT OF ARMY WASHINGTON DC FOR CSGID, COMGENAMC WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB DAYTON OHIO ATTN MCI RPT MCI INFOL: COMGENFEAF IN REPLY CITE: CX 59769 Report control is A-1917. Pilot, 13 Air Force, at 0955, 1 April 48, Flying # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) ## PRIORITY (cont.) P-47 Aircraft heading 180 degrees altitude 1500 feet indicated at 124 degrees 3 minutes East, 12 degrees 52 minutes North, weather scattered CFMULUS Rpt CUMULES 3/10 base three thousand, top 600 visibility unlimited sighted flying object prroxi- mately 3 miles East 1A heading 360, altitude estimated one thousand feet below him. Unidentified object estimated speed at time of sighting 200 miles per hour. Pilot turned left attempting to intercept unidentified flying object for more positive identification. At this time flying object made a turn of 90 degrees left, leveled out and accelerated disappearing in approximately 5 seconds. Described as having A turtle back and an indistinct dorsal fin. The sahpe of the object was that of A half moon closely resembling A flying wing type aircraft, estimated wing span 30 feet, estimated len th 20 feet, color silver, no rpt no exhaust trail was observed. Five seconds elapsed time for disappearing would indicate exceedingly high speed and great acceleration. Reporting fficer is considered sincere and non-excitable type and firmly believes he sighted object. A report will be forwarded upon completion of an investi- gation of this incident. Received MCAAGM21 9 Apr 48 1008 (15082) [page 36] TOD CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident 112 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) ## PRIORITY (cont.) | 1. | Incident 112<br />Date 8 Apr 48 | |-|-| | 2. Time 1400-1430 | 2. Time 1400-1430 | | 3. | Location Ashley, Ohio | | 4. Name of observor Miss Winifred Paines - Mrs. Bertha Slack | 4. Name of observor Miss Winifred Paines - Mrs. Bertha Slack | | 5. | Occupation of obsorvor Miss Paines: Asst Bank Cashier; Mrs. Slack:<br />housekeeper | | 6. | Address of observor 227 W High St., Ashley, C. | | 7. | Placo of observation Ashley, Ohio (ground) | | 8. | Numbor of objects 1 | | 9. | Distanco of object from observer "Quite a distance" | | 10. | Timo in sight N/S | | 11. | Altitudo Could not estimate | | 12. | Spood slow-moving | | 13. | Diroction of flight Southwest | | 1h. Tactics No maneuvers | 1h. Tactics No maneuvers | | 15. | Sound N/S | | 16. | Size undetermined | | 17. | Color silver | | 18. Shapo Oblong, long and narrow-like silver streak | 18. Shapo Oblong, long and narrow-like silver streak | | 19. | Odor dotectod N/S | | 20. | Apparont construction N/S | | 21. Exhaust trails None | 21. Exhaust trails None | | 22. Weather conditions Clear, no clouds near object | 22. Weather conditions Clear, no clouds near object | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S - no clouds near object | | 24. | Skotches or photographs None | | 25. | Manner of disappearance N/S | | 26. | Romarks: (over) | [page 37] Witness thought she heard plane which appeared to be flying low and making an unusual amount of noise. Could not locate the plane but did see an object oblong in shape and long and narrow which had the appearance of a silver streak. It was clearly outlined and moving slowly and steadily in a southwesterly direction parallel to the ground and without changing direction. Altitude and size were not estimated. Note: See Incident #1120 in which the plane was rerceiv~d flying low. 31 a [page 38] • CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incidort # 112a 1. Data 8 April 1948 2. Tino 1,00 - 1:30 3. Location Ashley, Chio 1. Humo of observer rs. "elah Stephens 5. Occupation of obsorvor Newspaper reporter 6. Address of observor 226 est High Street, ashley, Ohio 7. Place of observation From the ground 8. Number of objects One 9. Distanco of object from observer Not stated 10. Timo in sight approximately five minutes 11. Altitudo Quite high 12. Spood Slow - dirfting 13. Direction of flight Southwesterly 1h. Tactics None 15. Sound None - 16. Size Smaller than the airplane that was in view at the time 17. Color Opalescent like mother of pearl 18. Shape Long cylindrical body, like a stick of firewood 19. Odor dotoctod None 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails None 22. Woathor conditions Clear, few clouds in sky but non around object 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None ISTINCTE 25. Manner of disappoarance N/S 26. Romarks: A plane, which sounded as if it were flying low since there was an exceptionally loud roaring noise, first attracted the attention 32 [page 39] of this witness. She observed a large airplane, heading south, and about the same time also observed a strange object in the sky travelling slowly in a southwesterly direction. Witness first thought it was sky writing, as it looked like a streak; but later it became clearly outlined, appearing to be a long cylindrical body like a stick of firewood. "ith the sun shining on it, it appeared opalescent, like mother of pearl. The object was much higher, and quite a bit smaller than, the airplane, but drifted slowly along after the airplane disappeared. It may have been drifting with the wind. 32a [page 40] STRICTED # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident #112b 1. Date 8 April 1948 2. Time 1430 3. Location Delaware, Ohio 4. Hamo of observor Mrs. James B. Stephenson 5. Occupation of obscrvor Housewife 6. Address of observor 93 North Franklin Street, Delaware, Ohio 7. Placo of observation From the ground 8. Number of objects One 9. Distanco of object from observer N/S 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitudo N/S 12. Spood Slow 13. Diroction of flight Southwesterly 1. Tactics None 15. Sound None 16. Size Very large about the size of a full moon in height but much smaller in width 17. Color Very white 18. Shapo Cylindrical, with vapor around the top 19. Odor dotected N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails None 22. Woathor conditions Clear, no clouds around object 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None RESTRICTED 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Remarks: At 1430 Mrs. J. B. Stephenson's attention was attracted from her window by an object of unusual shape in the sky. Upon going outside 33 [page 41] to get a better view it appeared very white, with no sha ws at all, was cylindrical in shape and seemed to have vapor around the top. When first seen, it appeared to be leaning at an angle, and then right itself and move along "perpendicular" to the ground. It appeared not to be moving at first, but upon a closer look it was seen moving slowly in a southwesterly direction, without sound or manueverings, and re- maining at the same altitude. The weather was clear, and no exhaust trails were seen. The object seemed very large, about the size of a full moon in height, but much smaller in width. Since there was nothing to compare it with, she could not be sure of the size. No statement was made as to whether or not witness heard an airplane. RESTRICTED 33a [page 42] RESTRICTED # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident #112c 1. Dato 8 April 1948 2. Time 1430 3. Location Delaware, hio 4. Hamo of observor Rev. "ames B. Stephenson 5. Occupation of obsorvor Pastor 6. Address of observor 93 N. Franklin Street, Delaware, Ohio 7. Placo of observation From the ground 8. Numbor of objects One 9. Distanco of object from observor N/S 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitudo N/S 12. Spood Slow 13. Direction of flight Southwesterly 14. Tactics None 15. Sound None 16. Sizo Not Stated 17. Color White 18. Shapo Verticle, larger at the bottom and narrow at the top 19. Odor dotoctod None 20. Apparont construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails None 22. Woathor conditions Clear 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotchos or photographs None RESTRICTED 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Remarks: Witness first thought that object was a plane on fire, as it was surrounded by a vaporous substance. A plane was heard, and 36 [page 43] STRICTE it seemed low and made a great deal of noise. After a few seconds' study object became clearly outlined and looked similar to a vertical cylinder, large at the bottom and narrow at the top, with streamers or streaks of vapor attached. +t gave the appearance of a white cloud, but did not behave as a cloud. It retained its shape and maintained a steady movement on a straight course against the wind. The Delaware airport was alerted for its appearance, but after a half hour it had not been sighted there. C 34 a [page 44] RESTRICTED [page 45] The object was clearly outlined, but did not look like a balloon. The Perkins Observatory was alerted but was unable to sight the object. 35 a [page 46] CHECK-LIGT IED FLYING OBJECTS Inci 112e P8 April 1948 Time 130 3. Loe tion Delaware, ho Hum of observer Rev. John H. Fergen 5. Cccupation of observer Pastor 6. address of observar 111 lorth washington Street 7. Flac of observation From the round 8. Number of objects ne 9. Distance of object from observer Not determined 10. Timo in sicht Ten minutes 11. Altitudo Several thousand feet 12. Spood Not too fast 13. Direction of flight Almost due west into the rind 14. Tactics None 15. Sourd None 16. Sizo Not less than 5 feet in width 17. Color Very white 18. Shopo Spherical, with a small protrusion above it, like vapor streaks 19. Odor detected None 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails None 22. Weather conditions Clear 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance Disappeared from view behind the trees 26. Remarks: This object appeared like a concentrated bit of cloud except it was clearly outlined. The size could not be determined, 30 [page 47] since witness could not tell whether it was a small object near him or a large object far away. It traveled in a straight line and did not maneuver. It was not stated that the sound of a plane was heard. RESTRICTED 36a [page 48] CHECK-LIST-IDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incidort 112f 1. Date & April 1948 2. Tina 11:30 3. Lotion Delaware, Ohio 1. Mun of observer Mrs. H. S. Kirkpatrick 5. Gccupation of observor Housewife 6. dress of observar 107 North Washington Street 7. Flue of obortion From the ground Number of objects ne 2. Distance of object from observer /S 10. Tino in sight N/ 11. Altitudo / Spood Steady - not too fast 12. 13. Direction of flight Southwesterly 14. Tuatics None 15. Sard Hone 16. Six It was not large enough for a person to be inside 17. Color White about the color of a fleecy cloud 18. Shop Spherical -wom at larg r at top with a protruding end underneath 19. Gior detected Mone 20. apparent construction 21. Exhaust trails Hone 22. Weather conditions Clear, blue sky, sunny 23. Effect on clouds / 21. Sketches or photographs None 25. Mannor of disappuran 1/5 25. Romarks: Witness heard, but did not see airplane, and saw instead a white object, spherical in share, larger at the top with a protruding [page 49] end underneath. It was cle rly outlined and maintained the same shape as it moved along, steadily, and at the same altitude. Robert Cochran, son of the witness, who is in the lier chant Marine, thought the object very unusual. He said it was in the shape of a rainspout. 37a # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident #113 1. Date 9 April 1948 2. Time 1510 3. Location Montgomery, Alabama 4. Name of observor Robert B. Hughes, t. Colonel, USAF 5. Occupation of observor Pilot 6. Address of observor Tactics Div., Air Tactical School, Tyndall AF Base 7. Place of observation From the air 8. Number of objects One 9. Distance of object from observer N/S 10. Timo in sight Five seconds 11. Altitude Approximately 16000 feet 12. Speod In excess of the viewer's 310 mph air speed 13. Direction of flight Northwest 14. Tactics N/S 15. Sound None 16. Sizo Top part eight feet diameter 17. Color Silver 18. Shapo Had the appearance of a parachute carrying a large canister or ball 19. Odor dotected N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S IDENTIAL 21. Exhaust trails None 22. Woather conditions Clear, visibility and ceiling unlimited 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs - Sketch (trip) 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Romarks Lt.Col Robert B. Hughes first sighted the object before com- pleting an 180° left turn over the town of Montgomery, Alabama. 38 [page 51] The object, sighted at ten o'clock off his left wing, appeared to be a silver disc. He immediately completed a sharp bank to the left and was able to get a better look at the object, and described it as follows: "Top part of the object approximately eight feet in diameter, silver in color, had the appearance of a parachute. Attached to the bottom of this had been a dark cable or shroud which appeared to be approximately five feet long. Suspended upon the cable had been a large canister or ball (Colonel Hughes could not discern which) also silver in color. This canister or ball had the appearance of being slightly to the rear of the top part of the object. The overall appearance of the object, looked something similar to the parachute and canister containing photographic testing equipment dropped from a V-2 rocket." At the time he lost sight of the object, Hughes' aircraft had been indicating 310 miles per hour air speed, and the object had appeared to fly away from him on a horizontal plane rather than a vertical decline. A sketch of the object is attached. [page 52] EXHIBIT I 39 [page 53] E CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | 1. | Date | 18 Apr 48 Incidort # 114 | |-|-|-| | 2. | Tima | 1306 hours | | 3. | Location Approx 1 mile north of Fairbanks, Alaska | Location Approx 1 mile north of Fairbanks, Alaska | | h. | Name | of observer Lt Aytch Johnson | | 5. | Occupation | of observor 1st Lt (discharged f/USAF as per authority<br />Para 1, SO. 60 dated 28 May 18) (see) | | 6. | Address | of observer Ft Worth, Texas | | 7. | Pluco | of obsorv tion Over city of Fairbanks, Alaska | | 8. | Number | of objects 1 | | | 9. Distance of object from observer N/S | 9. Distance of object from observer N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight few minutes | Timo in sight few minutes | | 11. | Altitudo 2000-3000 ft | Altitudo 2000-3000 ft | | 12. | Speed 250-300 miles (traveled 500 feet in 1 or 2 seconds) | Speed 250-300 miles (traveled 500 feet in 1 or 2 seconds) | | 13. | Direction | of flight Northeast toward southwest | | 1h. | Tactics Oscillated from horizontal plane<br />rapid speed) | Tactics Oscillated from horizontal plane<br />rapid speed) | | 15. | Sound | No sound | | 16. | Size 8" in diameter | Size 8" in diameter | | 17. | Color | silvery | | 18. | Shapo | round and flat | | 19. | Odor | dotected N,S | | 20. Apparent construction N/S | 20. Apparent construction N/S | 20. Apparent construction N/S | | 21. Exhaust trails no trails of any kind | 21. Exhaust trails no trails of any kind | 21. Exhaust trails no trails of any kind | | 22. | Woathor conditions Weather clear and visibility u | Woathor conditions Weather clear and visibility u | | 23. | Effect | on clouds N/S | | 24. | Skotches | or photographs none | | 25. Manner of disappearance N/S | 25. Manner of disappearance N/S | 25. Manner of disappearance N/S | | 26. | Romarks: | (over) | [page 54] Object observed at altitude of about 2000-3000 on NE-SW heading. It appeared to be some 8 inches in diameter and gave off a silvery brilliantreflection. It oscillated from a horizontal plane to a vertical plane at a very rapid pace. Estimated speed: about 250-300 MPH (traveled some 500 feet in 1 or 2 seconds No sound could be heard nor were there any trails of any kind. NOTE: This sighting may have been the reflection of sun from wings of these aircraft. At the approximate time of the sighting a mumber of aircraft were flying in the local area. 40 # CHECK-LIST-UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS | 1. | Date 19 Apr 48 Incident #115 | |-|-| | 2. Timo 1615 | 2. Timo 1615 | | 3. | Location Over Greenville AF Base, Greenville, S. C. | | h. | Hame of observer s 1st Lt Francis W. Hennin, Jr.<br />& 1st Lt Robert G.Loomis, USAF | | 5. | Cccupation of obgorvor Both attached to Liaison sq. Greenville | | 6. | address of observor 8 Greenville AF Base, Greenville, S. C. | | 7. | Place of observation Greenville AF Base<br />1 | | 8. | Number of objects 3-1 at first, 2 later | | 9. | Distanco of object from observer 15,000 to 20,000 ft overhead | | 10. | Timo in sight 2 minutes | | 11. | Altitudo 15,000 to 20000 ft | | 12. | Spood Undetermined. Stationary, then rapidly accelerating and<br />climbing | | 13. | Direction of flight North | | th. | Tactics Hover Observed ing then trail acceleration and climbing<br />formation | | 15. | Sourd none audible (7) - states: Witnesses were attracted by sound<br />of fighter aircraft in vicinity. | | 16. | Sizo undetermined (no mention made of these) | | 17. | Color white | | 18. | Shapo elliptical | | 19. | Odor dotected N/S | | 20. | Apparent construction N/S | | 21. Exhaust trails No exhaust or condensation trail | 21. Exhaust trails No exhaust or condensation trail | | 22. | Wonthor conditions CAVU | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S | | 21. | Skotches or photographs 2 | | 25. | Mannor of disappearance in distance | | 26. | Romurks: (over) | [page 56] # IDENTIAL Witnesses were attracted by sound of fighter aircraft in vicinity. They started searching the sky for the aircraft and sighted the objects. When first sighted, the witnesses thought the objects might be weather balloons. However, when they accelerated so rapidly in a northerly heading, they determined the objects could not be balloons. They were in a trail formation on a North-South line, and moved so rapidly they wereout of sight within a few seconds. From original sighting in the stationary position to their disappearance, a period of approximately two (2) minutes elapsed, on which the objects were in a stationary position for approximately one (1)minute. NOTE: Wind at 20,000 ft from 340° at 10 knots per hour (1230 EST Rpt) Wind at 20,000 ft 32° at 13 knots per hour at (1830 EST Rpt) NOTE: Nearest weather station releasing balloons is Spartanburg, S. C. One black balloon was released at 1230 EST. CONFIDENTIAL 4/ [page 57] [ ] CONFIDENTIAL N left on this heading O [ ] | (4) | [ ]<br />0 [ ] | In approximately 2 minutes objects had disappeared | |-|-|-| | (3) | [ ]<br />о | Objects began moving in a NNE direction and rapidly accelerating<br />and climbing. | | (2) | [ ] 0<br />о | When first seen objects were in a semi-stationary position. | | (1) | [ ] 0 | First one object was sighted, next, another one appeared. | CONFIDENTIAL 12 [page 58] TE CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident #116 1. Date 11 Mar 48 2. Time night 3. Location Near shores of James Bay, 4. Namo of observer V. J. Pratt 5. Occupation of observor Employe of Hudson Bay Co. 6. Address of observor Moose Factory 7. Placo of observation Moose Factory, Canaca 8. Number of objects 1 9. Distanco of object from observor N/S 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitudo N/S 12. Speed meteoric 13. Diroction of flight earthward 14. Tactics N/S 15. Sound No noise 16. Size size of full football 17. Color Blue flame 18. Shapo N/S 19. Odor dotoctod N/S 20. Apparent construction meteor 21. Exhaust trails aight N/S 22. Woathor conditions Night 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance exploded 26. Romarks: (over) 43 [page 59] A big ball of blue flame, seemingly the size of a football streaked out of the sky and exploded near this Northern Ontario community (Moose Factory) near the shores of James Bay. The explosion lit up the entire area brighter than daylight, the whole ball disappeared and a second later a streak of orange light shot upward from where the ball was last seen. The orange streak was gone within a second. Witnesses heard no noise of any kind. NOTE: This ties up with earlier reports from Cochran, 150 miles south of Moose Jaw where several citizens reported seeing what they thought to be a meteor around 11.40 P. M. EST Thurs. One witness (a Mrs. Charles Giles) said that the object plunged downward like a spent rocket in the northern sky. She described it as about the size of a full moon which gave the appearance of disintegration as it fell. bf 3 a # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS. (cont.) Fifty to 60 shiny objects were seen moving at a speed faster than any known aircraft on an Easterly heading at an extremely high altitude. For the most part these objects traveled in a straight line altho some of them zig-zagged slightly. No sound was heard. Some objects seemed to have a silvery tail which might have been exhaust. These objects could not have been weather balloons as only one balloon was released by the Memphis Weather Bureau that day. NOTE: Witnesses thought they had seen a meteor; however subsequent investigation seemed to preclude this possibility. See Supp II to Trip Report to Memphis - Visit with Dr. Paul Herget of the Observatory of Cincinnati, Ohio, in which Dr. Herget expressed serious doubt that the 50 or more objects observed 7 May 48 in Memphis were meteors. He, was, however unable to offer any explanation as to a possible identification of the objects. Dr. Hynak of OSU and Dr. Lincoln LaPaz are to be consulted about the possibility of this these being a meteor shower. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS. (cont.) | Witnee■ofthie incident were: | Mr. F. J. Kaiser, aaleamen | |-|-| | | 251 W. lfal.dorf Ave., Memr.hia | | | Mr, 1. J. Xaicer, housewife <br />25). V. Waldorf Ave., Memcbis, Tenn. | RESTRICTED [page 62] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Dute 28 Mar 48 Incidont 118 2. Timo 1630 hours 3. Location Berlin Lichtenrade, Kirchbachstrasse 2 4. Mame of observer Dr Ormans, 5. Decupation of observer Former guided missile expert at Exeinmetall Borsig 6. Address of observor Berlin Lichtenrade, Kirchbachstrasse 2 7. Placs of observation As above 84. Number of objects 1 9. Distanco of object from cbsorver N/S 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitudo 14 kilometers 12. Speed rather fast 13. Direction of flight South to North 14. Tactics N/S 15. Sound No sound reported 16. Sizo "white point" 17. Color White 18. Shapo N/S 19. Odor dotected N/S 20. apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails No exaust trail reported 22. Woathor conditions clear 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Hanner of disappearance N/S 26. Romarks: (over) OME 45 [page 63] Dr Ormans, former Guided Missile expert at Exeinmetall, Borsig mentioned that he sighted 1 white point moving from South to North at an approx height of 14 kilometers, speed undetermined, rather fast, no rpt of sound, and no report of exhaust trail. WITNESSES: Dr and Mrs. Ormans. No photographs available. 46 [page 64] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Date 20 Feb 48 ## Incident 119 119 119 2. Time 0700 hours 3. Location Asuncion, Paraguay 4. Name of observer Mrs. Agustina Vargas de Paula 5. Occupation of obsorvor N/S 6. Address of observer resident of Asuncion (southernpart of city) 7. Placo of observation Asuncion 8. Numbor of objects 1 9. Distance of object from observer N/S 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitude N/S 12. Speed N/S 13. Direction of flight west to east 14. Tactics N/S 15. Sound N/S 16. Size N/S 17. Color N/S 18. Shapo oval 19. Odor detected N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails highly colored wake 22. Weather conditions N/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Sketches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Romarks: (over) 469 [page 65] 7747 Sat approx 0700 hours 20 Feb 48 witness saw object of oval shape traveling thru space from west to east. Its form ended in a very thin tail of approximately 3 feet in length. The forward part was bulky compared with the rear. The interior portion of the object gave off green, yellow and orange colors and it had a highly colored wake. Statements from a local newspaper "La Tribuna" which has interviewed several people claiming to have seen the saucers. [ ] [ ] [page 66] CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident 119a # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS. (cont.) ## Incident 119 119 119 (cont.) | 1. | Date 20 Feb 48 | |-|-| | به 2. | Time 0700 | | 3. | Location Aregua - 10 miles east of Asuncion | | 4. | Name of observor "withheld" | | 5. | Occupation of observor employee of Bank of Paraguay | | 6. | Address of observor Bank of Paraguay | | 7. | Place of observation - pro in Aregua | | 8. | Numbor of objects 1 | | 9. Distance of object from observer N/S | 9. Distance of object from observer N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight N/S | | 11. | Altitude N/S | | 12. | Speed N/S | | 13. Direction of flight west to east | 13. Direction of flight west to east | | 14. Tactics N/S | 14. Tactics N/S | | 15. | Sound N/S | | 16. | Size N/S | | 17. | Color N/S | | 18. | Shapo oval | | 19. | Odor dotected N/S | | 20. Apparent construction N/S | 20. Apparent construction N/S | | 21. Exhaust trails N/S | 21. Exhaust trails N/S | | 22. Woathor conditions N/S | 22. Woathor conditions N/S | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S | | 24. Sketches or photographs None | 24. Sketches or photographs None | | 25. | Manner of disappearance N/S | | 26. | Remarks: (over) | [page 67] 46d An employee of the Bank of Paraguay declared that in Aregua, 10 miles east of Asuncion on 20 Feb 48 at 0700 hours an object which he judged to be a meteor crossed the sky from west to east. Many other people also saw this object. Its form was oval and it had various colors and all agreed that it was a meteor. Later, inhabitants of Cicervo Cua claimed to have seen a "star" fall in one of the hills some distance to the east of Aregua [ ] [ ] [page 68] [ ] RESTRICTED # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS | 1. | Dato 20 Feb 48 Incidont #119b | |-|-| | 2. | Time 0700 | | 3. Location Villa Hayes (10 miles NNE of Asuncion) | 3. Location Villa Hayes (10 miles NNE of Asuncion) | | 4. | Namo of observer Rancher and laborers | | 5. | Occupation of obsorvor Rancher. | | 6. | Address of observor inthe "Chaco" | | 7. | Placo of observation Ranch house in neighborhood of Villa Hayes | | 8. | Numbor of objects 1 | | 9. | Distanco of object from observor N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight N/S | | 11. | Altitudo 1,000 ft | | 12. | Spood less than that of a plane | | 13. | Direction of flight west to east | | 14. | Tactics N/S | | 15. | Sound N/S | | 16. | Size N/S | | 17. | Color N/S | | 18. | Shapo disc | | 19. | Odor dotoctod N/S | | 20. | Apparent construction N/S | | 21. | Exhaust trails N/S - gave off an intense green color | | 22. | Woathor conditions N/S | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S | | 24. | Skotches or photographs None | | 25. | Manner of disappearance N/S | | 26. | Romarks: (over) | [page 69] Perceived a disc giving off an intense green color. Witness reports that the object traveled from west to east at a speed less than that of a plane and at an altitude of approx 1000 ft. Along its edges it gave off an aureola with the color green predominant. RESTRICTED [page 70] CHECK-LIST-UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 120 1. Dato N/S aro nd 7 Feb 48 - 2. Time N/S 3. Location Vejle, Denmark h. Hamo of observor N/S 5. Occupation of observor field laborers 6. Address of observor N/S 7. Placo of observation Gadbjerg (near Vejle) 8. Number of objects 1 9. Distance of object from observer 200 meters altitude 10. Timo in sight **s 3 seconds 11. Altitudo 200 meters altitude 12. Spood high speed 13. Direction of flight SE to NW 14. Tactics N/S 15. Sound N/S 16. Sizo N/S 17. Color shining 18. Shapo N/S 19. Odor dotoctod N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails N/S 22. Weather conditions N/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Romarks: (Over) RESTRICTED 47 [page 71] しか Three men working in a field in Gadbjerg (ner Vejle) Denmark, have ob erved a shin ng object which moved at high speed over the sky from southeast to northwest at about 200 meters altitude. It remained visible for three seconds. NA CCNT: No verification received of the above. Evaluation P-6 472 [page 73] [x] # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) the top quarter which was flat, pot-shaped. The witness states that the object definitely did not have the curved trajectory of a wingless missile. Shartly after crossing his path, the blue flame sputtered and turned immediately earthward. The flame then died altogether but nothing was seen hitting the ground. Witness states that the flame was not of the long trailing type, but rather gave the impression that you were looking down a long exhaust stack at a short but concentrated mass of blue flame and further stated that his connections with RAF pilots in England during the war leads him now to believe this object looked the same as the "Buzz Bombs" chased by tose RAF pilots at night. Arthur Porter, purser on this flight 9 January 48, also saw the object, the flame only, but can give no further evidence for its identification. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incidort # 122 1. Dato 5 April 1948 2. Time 1/S 3. Location Holloman Air Force Base 4. Name of observer Mr. Olsen 5. Occupation of observer Trained baloon observer, Geophysics Lab Section 6. Address of observor N/S 7. Place of observation From the ground 8. Number of objects ne 9. Distanco of object from observer N/S 10. Timo in sight 30 seconds 11. Altitude Very high 12. Spood Faster than any known aircraft 13. Direction of flight N/S 1h. Tactics Eratic - completing a large loop after its downward descent, then soaring upward and disappearing suddenly 15. Sound None 16. Size Large 17. Color Grey-white 18. Shapo Rounded, indistinct form 19. Odor dotectod N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails N/S 22. Weather conditions C.A.V.U. 23. Effect on clouds N/S RESTRICTED 24. Sketches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance Disappeared suddenly 26. Romarks: This was evidently the one object, of two sighted by another witness, that veered to the right and down. Its vaguely 49 [page 75] defined form gave the appearance of a large object at a great distance. The statements of other witnesses to this incident are contained in reports 112a and 112b. All witnesses agreed that the object was very high, moved faster than any known aircraft, possessed a rounded, indistinct form, and disappeared suddenly rather than fading away in the distance. It was under observation 1/2 minutes or slightly less. It was definitely not a balloon, and apparently not manned, judging from the violent maneuvers which were performed at a high rate of speed. ED 490 [page 76] RESTRICTED # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Date 5 April 1948 Incidont #122 a 2. Time Afternoon 3. Location Holloman Air Force Base 4. Name of observor Mr. Johnson 5. Occupation of obsorvor Trained balloon observer, Geophysics Lab Section 6. Address of observer N/S 7. Placo of observation From the ground 8. Number of objects One 9. Distanco of object from observer N/S 10. Timo in sight 30 seconds 11. Altitude Very high 12. Speed Tremendous 13. Direction of flight West 14 . Tact i cs Object made thr ee vertic 1 loops , upon completion of which it it disappeared in a large arc to the west 15 . Sound N one 16. Sizo Considering the moon the size of an orange, the object was the size of a dime 17. Color N/S 18. Shape Bore some resemblance to, but definitely not, a balloon 19. Odor dotoctod None 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails N/S 22. Woathor conditions N/S RESTRICTED 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance Disappeared suddenly 26. Romarks: Presumably Mr. Johnson saw the object that did not veer to the right. (See Incident #23112 b) He stated that it was absolutely 50 [page 77] silent on the desert that afternoon and that no audible noise was heard from the object. Neither was any signal nor atmospheric noise heard on the 400-meter receiver to which he was listening at the time. He further stated that the wind at high altitude that day was very calm being only 10 to 15 miles an hour from the west at 65,000 feet. The statements of other witnesses to this incident are contained in reports 112 and 112b. All witnesses agreed that the object was very high, moved faster than any known aircraft, possessed a rounded, indistinct form, and disappeared suddenly rather than fading away in the distance. It was under observation 1/2 minutes or slightly less. It was definitely not a balloon, and apparently not manned, judging from the violent maneuvers which were performed at a high rate of speed. RESTRICTED 50a [page 78] ESTRIC # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Dato 5 April 1948 Incidont #122 b 2. Timo N/S 3. Location Holloman Air Force Base 1. Hamo of observerir. Chance 5. Occupation of obsorvor Trained balloon o server, Geophysics ab Section 6. Address of observor N/S 7. Place of observation From the ground 8. Number of objects Two 9. Distance of object from observer N/S 10. Timo in sight 30 seconds 11. Altitudo Very high 12. Spood Very high, faster than any knownaircraft 13. Direction of flight 1 straight up, 1 disappeared in the west First one veered to the right, started down and was lost to view. 14. Tactics Second one made arc into the west at a terrific speed and disappear suddenly. 15. Sound N/S 16. Sizo N/S 17. Color Golden hue 18. Shapo Had appearance of a major's insignia, that is, irregularly rounded and slightly concave on top 19. Odor dotectod N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails N/S 22. Woathor conditions N/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Mannor of disappoerance Disappeared suddenly 26. Romarks: Mr. Chance was the only one of the three witnesses who saw two objects. When he first perceived them, they were going 51 [page 79] straight up then one veered to the right, started down, and was lost to view. Directing his attention to the other object, Mr. Chance saw it arc into the west at a terrific speed and disappear suddenly. Mr. Chance described the object as being of a golden hue, rather indistinct in outline and possessing somewhat the appearance of a major's insignia, that is, irregularly rounded and slightly concave on top. The statements of other witnesses to this incident are contained in reports 112 and 112a. All witnesses agreed that the object was very high, moved faster than any known aircraft, possessed a rounded, indistinct form, and disappeared suddenly rather than fading away in the distance. It was under observation 1/2 minutes or slightly less. It was definitely not a balloon, and apparently not manned, judging from the violent maneuvers which were performed at a high rate of speed. Sla [page 80] RESTRA # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 123 i. Date 11 April 1948 2. Time 2330 3. Location 4 miles north of Alton, Illinois 4. Namo of observer Col W. F. Siegmund 5. Occupation of obsorvor Former Commandant of the Air Base at Kearns, Utch and at present sales manager for Weestern Cartridge, Co., Alton. 6. Address of observor Weestern Cartridge, Co., Alton; Ill. 7. Placo of observation 4 miles north of Alton, Ill - ground 8. Number of objects 1 9. Distance of object from observer N/S 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitudo N/S 12. Spood N/S 13. Direction of flight N/S 14. Tactics "flapped its wings" 15. Sound N/S 16. Sizo "bigger than an airplane" 17. Color N/S 18. Shape Resembled a huge fowl and not a type of aircraft 19. Odor detected N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails N/S 22. Weather conditions N/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S RESTRICTED 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Remarks: Col Siegmund said he observed the creature at about 11:30 A. M. 11 Apr 48, while riding four miles north of Alton, Ill (over) 52 [page 81] Siegmad acid he dien't see any flapping of wings but he was sure it We se fowl and not a tpe of aircraft. He was riding with a companion, Col. Ralph Juction, Held of Nest military Academy, at the time. Jackson, however, was talking to a former and didn't see it. Siegmund said he didn't mention it to him sit eemed too incredible. Note: A child, James Trares, age 12, said he saw the bird flying over his in suburban Glen le, Mo., some 3 monthe previous. The Belvidere report quoted a Robert Price and Veryl Babb as saying the bird was higger then un cirplane" and flapped its wings. RELIABILITY: Impossible to evaluate. Col Siegmund was never questioned but some sort of investigation obviously should be made in lieu of the fact that he was once commandant of the Air Base at Kearns. RESTRIC 52a # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incidont # 124 1. Date 18 April 1948 2. Time 1500 GCT 3. Location North atlantic, 62°00'N 33°00'W 4. Hame of observer N/S 5. Occupation of obsorvor Weather station patrol 6. Address of observor First Coast Guard District 7. Place of observation Air 8. Number of objects ne 9. Distanco of object from observer 6500 yards - 18000 yards 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitudo N/S 12. Spcod 30 mph 13. Direction of flight N/S 1h. Tactics N/S 15. Sound N/S 16. Sizo N/S 17. Color N/S 18. Shapo N/S 19. Odor detected N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails N/S 22. Weather conditions C.A.V.U. RESTRICTE 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Sketches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance Target strength was $5 fading at 18,000 yards 26. Remarks: This incident is the result of a radar sighting. Copy is also filed in radar sighting file. 53 [page 83] This target was contacted on the air search radar at 1500 GCT on 18 April 48. The first contact was made at 6500 yards and was tracked to 18,000 yards giving a velocity of approximately 30 m.p.h. The area in which the target was contacted was thoroughly search visually and there were no clouds nor weather fronts in said area. There were no target indications on the surface radar. The target strength was $5 fading at 18,000 yards. 53a [page 84] [ ] RESTRICTED CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Date 2 May 1948 2. Time Night 3. Location St. Louis, Missouri, 40°00'N 90°15'W Incident 125 4. Namo of observer N/S 5. Occupation of obsorvor N/S 6. Address of observor N/S 7. Placo of observation Ground 8. Number of objects One 9. Distanco of object from obsorver N/S 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitude N/S 12. Spood N/S 13. Direction of flight N/S 14. Tactics N/S 15. Sound N/S 16. Size N/S 17. Color Phosphorescent after dark 18. Shapo Bird 19. Odor dotoctod N/S 20. Apparont construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails N/S 22. Woathor conditions N/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Romarks: See Incident #123 RICTED 54 [page 85] TED CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incidont #126 1. Dato 30 April 1948 2. Time 1015 3. Location Anacostia, Naval Air Station, 38°52'N, 77°00'W. 4. Name of observer Marcus L.Lowe 5. Occupation of obsorvor Lt Commander, US Navy 6. Address of observor N/S 7. Placo of observation "ir 8. Number of objects One 9. Distanco of object from observer One mile 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitudo 4500 feet 12. Spood 100 m.p.h. 13. Direction of flight 360° N 14. Tactics N/S 15. Sound N/S 16. Size 25 - 40 ft diameter 17. Color Yellow (light colored) 18. Shapo Sphere 19. Odor dotectod N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails N/S 22. Weathor conditions N/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance N/S PICTED 26. Romarks: The object appeared to the pilot to be a yellow (or light colored) balloon, and attracted attention principally because [page 86] of its flight path. No external fittings or attachments were observed on the object. The speed of the object was estimated at about 100 m.p.h. The flight of the object was in approximately a south to north direction, despite upper winds from north northwest, and apparently followed a con- stant altitude. Pilot did not pursue object further because it was entering the prohibited flying area, U.. Capitol, White House Area. STRICTED 559 [page 87] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incidont # 127 1. Date 7 May 1948 2. Time N/S 3. Location Lake Doiran, along the Yugoslav-Greek frontier 4. Name of observer N/S 5. Occupation of obsorvor N/S 6. Address of observor N/S 7. Placo of observation Ground 8. Number of objects One 9. Distanco of object from observer N/S 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitude 3000 feet 12. Spood N/S 13. Direction of flight 180° 14. Tactics N/S 15. Sound Like artillery shell (shrill whine) 16. Sizo N/S 17. Color N/S 18. Shapo Flying disc 19. Odor dotoctod N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails N/S 22. Woathor conditions N/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance N/S RESTRICTED 26. Romarks: A press dispatch quoted residents of the Lake Doiran area along the Yugoslav-Greek frontier as saying they saw a "flying 56 [page 88] disc". It was described as speeding so thward from Yugoslavia at a height of about 3,000 feet, making a noise like an artillery shell. STRICTED 562 # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 128 Dut 8 May 1948 Timo Night 3. Location (Hopson) Middleport, Ohio, 30° 00' N, 82° 03' W h. Name of observer Ben Rupe 5. Occupation of observor New York Central System Car Inspector 6. address of observer N/S 7. Plac of observation Ground 5. Number of objects N/S 2. Distance of object from obscrvor N/S 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitudo 6-8 miles 12. Spcod Great amount of speed 13. Direction of flight 90° 1h. Tactics N/S 15. Sound N/S 16. Sizo 9" diameter from ground level 17. Color Phosphorescent 18. Shapo Round 19. Odor dotoctod 1/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails Phosphorescent trail in sky 22. Woathor conditions M/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Romarks: The above covers sighting of same objects by Earl Roush, New York Central System Car Inspector; Bob White, New York Central 57 [page 90] +ard Clerk; and C. K. Hite, New York Central 'atrolman. Patrolman Hite stated in addition that his attention was called to these objects by Car Inspector Ben Rupe. Upon observing the sky Hite saw disc-shaped objects traveling from west to east in succession in the same path at about two-minute intervals. Now and then one would "hook back apparently in the same path whence it had come." Occasionally one seemed to burst and disintegrate. For a resemblance, Hite said "Take a large clock face, cover it with radium, and sail it through the air." 57a [page 91] RESTRICTED # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Date 31 May 1948 Incident #129 2. Time 1320 3. Location Wilmington, North Carolina, 34° 14' N, 77° 57' W 4. Name of observer Mrs. H. D. Alspach 5. Occupation of obsorvor N/S 6. Address of observor 709 South 6th 7. Placo of observation Ground 8. Number of objects One 9. Distanco of object from observer N/S 10. Timo in sightN/S 11. Altitude Awfully high 12. Spood Fast 13. Direction of flight 90° 14. Tactics None 15. Sound N/S 16. Size As large as an arm, and about 3 feet long 17. Color N/S 18. Shapo Oblong 19. Odor dotected N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails Emitted smoke 22. Weather conditions N/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance N/S RESTRICTED 26. Romarks: Mysterious sky object was sighted by Mrs. Alspach, her sister rs. Colvin, and Mrs. H.D. Hufham. It came at first at a fast 58 [page 92] speed from the direction of Bluethenthal Field at 1:20 p.m., over the Cape Fear River, then veered at a low speed back towards Wrightsville, a little to the west. The local office of the Civil Aeronautics administration discredited a supposition by Blue thenthal Field's station manager "ames Holomon, that object could have been a P-80 plane in flight. The CAA said there was no such plane in the sky there at the time. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) The B. B. Goodrich Compan 1653 Hennepin Avenue Minneapolis, Minnesota RESTRICT 415 W. Rosser Avenue Bismarck, N. Dakota June 18, 1948 Col W. R. Clingerman U. S. Army Air Forces Wright Field Dayton, Ohio Refer MCIAXO-3 Dear Sir: - In reply to your letter of June 15th in which there are several questions which you desire answ red to the best of my ability with reference to the object which I saw flying through the air between Plevna and Miles City Montana on the night of May 17th, i will answer them and give you a graphic description again with a little more elaboration than my previous letter if that is possible. Question: - Did the entire object appear to be glowing, or did it give the effect of carrying lights. Answer: This thing seemed to be a ball of bright white light and I could not make out if it was being carried or just what made it go however, it did disturb me quite a little because after stopping to view it at the Powder River Bridge I could not hear motors humming such as an aircraft in these parts might have, and I therefore tried to find out just what it was by the use of my field glasses. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) (b) Question: - An estimate of the size of the object in comparison with some other known object. Answer the size of the light which was very brilliant would indicate that it was fairly large compared with air craft - and I would say that this exceedingly bright light which was one light and not several was as bright as the headlight on a locomotive, only about three times that bright and without direction. By this I mean that this light simply glowed very bright and was not a directed light. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) RESTRICTED the West then turning slightly South and turning in a big swing and then heading West again - flying out of sight into the dark black cloud bank out of sight - then reappearing, and it did this several times. (e) Question: Is it possible that its disappearance into a "heavy cloud bank" might have been caused by clouds obscuring reflected moonlight from a hig ly polished surface. Answer: No I have seen aircraft many times on moonlight nights - but this was not anything like that - this thing glowed brightly white light such as any real white brilliant light might. The moon was not bright enough to reflect polished light unless the craft might have been South of me in the direct light of the moon - which showed (the moon) from time to time through the clouds. This objedt was in theblack section of the sky over to the North of me and slightly west, and was a steady oncoming light growing brighter as it came, and had the appearance of something carrying this light in the air- but without sound, and it certainly was close enough to me to have heard motors. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) I thought it might have been some kind of a jet aircraft that I perhaps had never seen - because we as civilians know very little as to what might be going on in defense or experimental mechanics however felt it my duty to report the thing regardless as to what it might have been. This was somewhat difficult for me to do because of the crackpot stories making the rounds in some sections about flying saucers etc., but for the life of me this had all the ear marks of just that kind of a deal. [page 96] Minneapolis 3, Minnesota 415 West Rosser Ave Bismark, N. D. 5-23-48 United States Army - Intelligence Div. Washington, D. C. Gentlemen:- # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) On the night of May 17th at about 11:30 PM driving from Baker, Montana to Miles City Montana on U.S. Highway #12 just West of Plevna, Montana before getting to the hills I noticed a very bright object in the sky to the North- west. The sky was over cast in the West but to the South the moon could be seen at times with a broken sky. Having traveled this same route for many years about 15, I am pretty well used to open prairie road at night and can tell a star from an unusual object when I see it. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) Northwest Airlines travel a Western route just North of this route also, but I stopped at the Powder River Bridge where the road dips con- siderably down from a high ridge - cut off my car motor and watched this object as it sailed around in the sky which at times close and others seemed to speed away into the heavy cloud bank to the West and then la ter reappearing, at a very bright white light at what I would judge about not more than several miles away or closer. I carry a pair of field glasses with me, and after stopping the car engine watched this thing through my glasses, which seemed to appear as a small object with a long very bright light shooting from the under part of it. Because of the speed of the object and the darkness it was very difficult to make out what it might be, but I am sure that if I had had a more powerful glass I might have made it out. I am perfectly sincere and do not drink so the foregoing is absolutely the truth. with some of this newspaper funabout flying saucers etc, this had all of the appearance of just that- and in stopping the car if this had been an aeroplane I would certainly have been able to hear the motors. [page 97] Inc 131 Probably true # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS | 1. | Date | 20 June 1948 | |-|-|-| | 2. | Time | 2230 | | 3. | Location | Belleville, Illinois | | 4. | Name of observer | Lt Col Win P. Hull | | 5. | Occupation of observer | Pilot, Supervisor of Flying Trng<br />Scott AF Bere | | 6. | Address of observer | Scott AF Bee, Belleville, Illinois | | 7. | Place of observation | (?) | | 8. | Number of objects | 1 | | 9. Distance of object from observer N/S | 9. Distance of object from observer N/S | 9. Distance of object from observer N/S | | 10. | Time in sight | N/3 | | 11. | Altitude | Undetermined but below 6,000 ft | | 12. | Speed | Approx 500 PH | | 13. | Direction of flight | 295° S of Base then 340° upon reaching<br />south end of Scott AF Base | | 14. | Tactics | gang course | | 15. | Sound | None | | 16. | Size | Six or eight inches in diameter | | 17. | Color | Mite light | | 18. | Shape | Approx round | | 19. | Odor detected | N/S | | 20. | Apparent construction | 2/s | | 21. | Exhaust trails | None | | 22. | Weather conditions | Complete overcast at 6,000 ft | | 23. | Effect on clouds | 2/S | | 24. | Sketches or photographs | None | | 25. | Manner of disappearance | N/S | | 26. | Remarks | No aircraft flying in the vicinity<br />of Scott AF Base at the time light | | 27. | merance: N/S | w sighted 63 | [page 98] Inc 131a CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | 1. Date 20 June 1948 | 1. Date 20 June 1948 | 1. Date 20 June 1948 | |-|-|-| | 2. | Time 2230 | Time 2230 | | 3. | Location Belleville, Illinois | Location Belleville, Illinois | | 4. | Name of observer Major Earl J. Harrington | Name of observer Major Earl J. Harrington | | 5. | Occupation of observer | Pilot, Smervisor, Military Trng | | 6. | Address of observer | Scott AF Bose, Belleville, Ill | | 7. | Place of observation | Belleville, Ill. (*) Ground (?) | | 8. | Number of objects | 1 | | 9. | Distance of object from observer N/S | Distance of object from observer N/S | | 10. | Time in sight | N/S | | 11. | Altitude | Undetermined but below 6,000 ft. | | 12. | Speed | Approx 500 MPH | | 13. | Direction of flight | 295° S of Bare then 340° upon reaching<br />south end of Scott AF Base | | 14. | Tactics | zigzag course | | 15. | Sound | none | | 16. | Size | Six or eight inches in diameter | | 17. | Color | White light | | 18. | Shape | Approx round | | 19. | Odor detected | N/S | | 20. | Apparent construction | N/S | | 21. | Exhaust trails | None | | 22. | Weather conditions | Complete overcast at 6,000 ft. | | 23. | Effect on clouds | N/S | | 24. | Sketches or photographs | None RESTRICTED | | 25. | Manner of disappearance | | | 26. | Remarks | No aircraft flying in the vicinity<br />of Scott AF Base at the time light was<br />sighted. 1319<br />64 | [page 99] INCIDENT 132 FOR-365-117 12199 T-7477 KK 4210 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS | 1. Date 12 Dec 1947 | 1. Date 12 Dec 1947 | 1. Date 12 Dec 1947 | |-|-|-| | 2. Time 2205 & 2208 | 2. Time 2205 & 2208 | 2. Time 2205 & 2208 | | 3. | Location Oslo, Norway | Location Oslo, Norway | | 4. | Name of observer Daughter to MA Kai E. Rasmussen, Col GSC | Name of observer Daughter to MA Kai E. Rasmussen, Col GSC | | 5. | Occupation of observer | N/S | | 6. | Address of observer | Some as MA, Oslo, Norway | | 7. | Place of observation | Oslo, Norway (Ground) | | 8. | Number of objects | 1 | | 9. | Distance of object from observer N/S | Distance of object from observer N/S | | 10. | Time in sight | Between two end three seconds | | 11. | Altitude | M/S (apparently traveling fairly people) close to<br />ground or would be visible to more | | 12. | Speed | Not quite as fast as a meteor | | 13. | Direction of flight | S-30w to (7) | | 14. | Tactics | Performed are of circle, curvature-very great | | 15. | Sound | None | | 16. | Size | N/S | | 17. | Color | Luminous white with greenish-yellow teil | | 18. | Shape | 27/S | | 19. | Odor detected | None | | 20. | Apparent construction | Meteor-like | | 21. | Exhaust trails | Greenish-yellow trail | | 22. | Weather conditions | No fog, sky clear and ster-lit | | 23. | Effect on clouds | none | | 24. | Sketches or photographs | попе TRICTED | | 25. | Manner of disappearance | Trees obscured vision | | 26. | Remarks: Office employee<br />iht of 13 | renorte unusual no. of falling stors<br />Dec. | | | Univ Observatory | has no record of incident.<br />65 | [page 100] ၁ • RESTRICTED CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Date 20- 26 Feb 48 2. Time Usually around 2130 hours 3. Location N/S (Norway Denmark & Sweden) INCIDENT 133 4. Name of observer N/S 5. Occupation of observer N/S 6. Address of observer N/S 7. Place of observation N/S 8. Number of objects N/S Distance of object from observer N/S 9. 10. Time in sight N/S 11. Altitude From tree-top level to 20,000 £ 12. Speed one to two miles per second 13. Direction of flight Come from direction of Pennemunde 14. Tactics N/S 15. Sound N/S 16. Size N/S 17. Color (green tail) 18. Shape N/S 19. Odor detected N/6 20. Apparent construction N/S ( 21. Exhaust trails green 22. Weather conditions N/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Sketches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Remarks The trend of these objects to appear at 2130 hours might be significant. ESTRICTED [page 101] • # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 134 # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | 1. | Date of Incident 28 May 1948 | |-|-| | 2. | Time of Incident 1500 hours (Eastern Daylight Saviog Time) | | 3. | Place of observation 6 miles due east of Monroe, Michigan<br />from air while passenger in a C-47 plane | | 4. | Name of observer 1st Lt Alexander Kokolonis | | 5. | Occupation of observer 1st Lt USAFR Corps of Engineers, Security Officer | | 6. | Address of observer 838 Eng. Aviation Bn, Co. B. Oscoda AF Base, Michigan | | 7. | Number of objects observed 5 objects; 3 at first; 2 later | | 8. | Distance of object from observer 2 miles to left of their plane | | 9. | Time in sight 10 to 15 seconds | | 10. | Altitude 7500 to 8,000 ft | | 11. | Speed well over 500 MPH | | 12. | Direction of flight Southwest | | | 13. Tactics executed abrupt turns, flew in line of stern stepped up. | | 14. | Lights N/S | | 15. | Sound N/S | | 16. | Sizo 300 to 400 ft about the same size of lake freighters on Lake Erie | | 17. | Color bright silvery golden hue | | 18. | Shape disc shape with well rounded contours - all had hazy or fuzzy outline | | 19. | Odor detected N/S | | 20. Apparent construction N/S | 20. Apparent construction N/S | | 21 | Exhaust trails no exhaust or trail of any kind | | 22. | Weather conditions high overcast at 18,000 ft and a low thin stratus layer | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S very broken at 8,000; lateral visibility: 10 - 15 miles | | 24. | Skotches or photographs drawing | | 25. | Manner of disappearance N/S | | 26. | Remarks: (over) | [page 102] Lt Kokolonis first observed the objects from the navigator's window. At the time their plane was on a 35° heading, altitude approx 8,000 ft and they were six miles east of Monroe, Michigan. The objects came into view at 9:00 o'clock position and disappeared in the haze at a 7:00 o'clock position, making an abrupt turn to their right, ship's left. Visibility into the sun was some 8 miles. The size of the objects seemed about 300-400 ft (about the size of the lake freighters on Lake Erie). The objects were moving at great rate of speed well over 500 MPH. Their track thru the sky was smooth. They were disc shaped with well rounded contours. All of the objects maintained a slight nose-up attitude and all had a hazy or fuzzy outline. They were a bright silvery gold color. They left no exhaust or trail of any kind. [ ] [ ] [page 103] # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS INCIDENT 134a # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | l . | Date 28 May 1948 | |-|-| | 2 . | Time 1500 houra (Ea s tern Daylight Saving Tim e) | | 3 . | Location EnrqQte •Se1rri dge to Fl d ., Mt. Cl em ens , Mich r,/2.1a0Dill Fld<br />Positio ns 6 miles due ea st of Monroe , Mi ohigan | | 4. | Name of observe r M/Set ~estI)\vie , Jr . (ool ored) | | 5. | Occupation of ob server M/S~ | | 6. | A ddress of obse rv · er Selfridge Field | | | 7. Place of obse rvatio n 6 mil•• du• e ast of Monroe, Michigan | | 8. | Numbe r of objects 2 | | 9. | Distance of obj ect fr om ob server 25 to 30 m i les to mu: left <br />;o | | 10. | Time in sight eeoonda | | 11 . | . 8,000 <br />A ltitude approx rt | | i2 . | Speed DD~ O ver 400 m1lea per hour | | 13 . Dir ection of flight South West from 35° at 8100 o'olock positioa | 13 . Dir ection of flight South West from 35° at 8100 o'olock positioa | | 14 , | Tactics Pursued atraight ooura• | | | 15. Sound N/S | | 16. Size Appeared t o be four f••t in diameter | 16. Size Appeared t o be four f••t in diameter | | 17. | Co lor Shi:rw brass | | 18 . | Shape round | | 19 . Odor de tected N/S | 19 . Odor de tected N/S | | 20 . Apparent construction N/S | 20 . Apparent construction N/S | | 21. E xhaust trails None | 21. E xhaust trails None | | 22. Weathe r conditi ons Clear, hi gh overcast at 18, 000 ft; thin stratus <br />layer broken at 8,000 rt, late ral visibility• | 22. Weathe r conditi ons Clear, hi gh overcast at 18, 000 ft; thin stratus <br />layer broken at 8,000 rt, late ral visibility• | | 23. | Effect on clouds /so N to 15 miles | | 24 . Sketches or photographs Sketoh <br />ESTRICTED | 24 . Sketches or photographs Sketoh <br />ESTRICTED | | 25. | Manner of disappea rance N/S | | 26 . Rema rks Disorepanoy as sighted by as Lt to Xokbloroi~ position of (!no 2nd U4) object in g roup 2 <br />\7itness perceived only top-aid• or object . Objects | 26 . Rema rks Disorepanoy as sighted by as Lt to Xokbloroi~ position of (!no 2nd U4) object in g roup 2 <br />\7itness perceived only top-aid• or object . Objects | [page 104] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS INCIDENT: 135 # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | l. | Date | Between 15th& 20thAug >,. | |-|-|-| | 2. | Time | 2130 M5T • | | 3. | Lo ca.ti on | Ba.pid City A:F Base, Weaver , S. D. | | 4 . | Name of observer Maj Elmer H. Ha.mnar, i. (A0-46014) | Name of observer Maj Elmer H. Ha.mnar, i. (A0-46014) | | 5. | Occupatian | of observer I 28th ntel Bombardment Officer Gro up ( 'VR) | | 6. | Add ress | of observer Baoid ':leaver, Cit S. y .AF.Base D. | | 7. | Place of | o bservation Weaver, s. D. | | 8 . | Number of | objects 12 (lsoprox) | | 9. | Distance | of object fr om observer 4m iles | | 10 . | Time in sight N/ S | Time in sight N/ S | | 11. | Altitude 10,000 ft to a-ryn rox 6,000 ft.<br />500 | Altitude 10,000 ft to a-ryn rox 6,000 ft.<br />500 | | 12. | Speed | f.PH + | | 13. | Dir ection | of flight Approached then turn to first right from and N"l'I disappeared in SW | | 14. | Tactics | tight di amond -s haned forrGr'.lti on | | 15. | Sound | no noi se heard | | 16. | Size | Length : 1004- ft estimate | | 17. | Color | Y el l owish - whi te - brilliant | | 18. | Shape | Elliptical | | 19. Odo r detected N/S | 19. Odo r detected N/S | 19. Odo r detected N/S | | 20. | • Apparent construction N/S | • Apparent construction N/S | | 21 . | Exhaust t | r ails None | | 22 . | Weathe r | conditi ons visibility3o+ Clear, no clouds , st a rs vi sible, wind, c...-lm | | 23. | Effect on | clouds none | | 24 . | Sket ches | or photog raphs Scetches RESTRICTED | | 25 . M anner of disappearance Dissm:ieared on a S1i heading | 25 . M anner of disappearance Dissm:ieared on a S1i heading | 25 . M anner of disappearance Dissm:ieared on a S1i heading | | 26 . | Remarks | T here ~ears to be minor discrepancies as to <br />speed and altitud e in the renortg iven verbally 68<br />to Gla sebrook and l tr to this Hq f/'¥a.J Hammer | [page 105] HEADQUARTERS 28th Bombardment Wing (VH) Office of the Intelligence Officer Rapid City Air Force Base Weaver, South Dakota 26 BGS 2350.09 1 July 1948 SUBJECT: Report of Flying Discs TO: Commanding General Air Materiel Command Wright Patterson Air Force Base Dayton, Ohio ATTN: PROJ. SIGN 1. In compliance with paragraph 3, Regulation No. 45-5, Headquarters Strategic Air Command, Andrews Air Force Base, Washington 20, D. C., dated 19 February 1948, the following information is submitted for your information and guidance. a. Flying Discs sighted over Rapid City Air Force Base, Weaver, South Dakota at 2130 MST between 15th and 20th of Aug 1947 b. Sky - clear; no clouds, stars visible; visibility 30+; wind calm. C. Name, occupation and address of witness: Major Elmer H. Hammer, Jr. AO-46014 Intelligence Officers 28th Bombardment Group (VH) Rapid City Air Force Base Weaver, South Dakota - d.. No photographs available e. See Inclosure Number 1 f. Object sighted: Flying Discs (1) Number: Twelve (12), (Approximate) (2) Shape: Oval shaped (3) Size: Length: One hundred plus (100+) feet (estimate) (4) Color: Yellowish-white, brilliant (5) Speed: Five hundred plus (500+) MPH. Incident 135 680 [page 106] [ ] [ ] 28BC82 350.09 (Cont'd) Heading: Approached the base from the NW on a SE • heading at 8 to 10,000 feet altitude; when at 5 to 6,000 feet and a mile or so West of the field, a turn to the right was made (by the entire forma tion) in a wide arc, and while turning began a climb at a 30° to 40° angle, accelerating very fast. Disappeared on a SW heading. (7) Maneuverability: Very maneuverable; held a tight formation (all equally spaced) and remained so during all maneuvers. (8) Altitude: Ten thousand (10,000) feet when first seen; descended to approximately six thousand (6,000) feet near the field. (9) Sound: No sound whatsoever. (The night was very still and no aircraft engines were running or other noises to distract). (10) Exhaust trail: No exhaust trail unknown means of propulsion. g. There is no doubt as to the existance of these sightings, but there is little substantiating evidence inasmuch as no other witnesses are known and no pictures could be taken. The objects sighted were visible only for approximately one (1) minute. Their form remained the same throughout the time observed. FOR THE COMMANDING OFFICER:: [page 108] SUMMARY SHEET Incident No. 136 # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) ## 1 Incl. (cont.) | 1. | Date and Time of Observation: 30 June 1948 at 2140 | |-|-| | 2. | Where Sighted: South Knoxville, Tennessee | | 3. | Observer's Position:<br />(i. e., ground, air, control tower, etc.) | | 4. | Name and Address of Observer: Mrs. Whitehouse, South Knoxville, Tenn. | | 5.<br /><br />6. | Occupation and/or hobbies: wife of Major Harvey J. Whitehouse<br />Commanding Officer, ASU, 3319 Tennessee<br />Attention Attracted by: | | 7. | Number of Object(s) Seen: 1 | | 8. | Size of Object(s): N/S | | 9. | Color of Object(s): orange | | 10. | Shape (Sketch if Possible) Ball | | 11. | Nature of Luminosity:<br />(directed beam of light?) | | 12. | Altitude of Object: 30,000 ft<br />(estimated) | | 13. | Estimated Distance of Object from Observer: N/S | | 14. | Estimated Speed of Object: 1,000 MPH | | 15.<br /><br />16. | Time in Sight: 3 minutes (according to Mrs Whitehouse)<br />3 seconds (according to ORC instructors)<br />Tactics: | | 17. | Sound Made by Object(s): N/S | | 18. | Direction of Flight of Object(s) West | | 19. | Apparent Construction: "fire" | | 20. | Effect on Clouds: N/S | | 21. | Exhaust Trail (Color of): "streamer of bluish color trailing" | | 22. | Manner of Disappearance: over horizon | | 23. | Weather Conditions at Time of Sighting: N/S | | 24. | Peculiarities Noted: | | 25. | Summary of Incident:<br />(See attached page) | [page 109] At approximately 2140 hours, 30 June, a ball of fire of orange color with a streamer of bluish color trailing. traveled thru the sky in a westerly direction and disappeared over the horizon to the west. The object traveld at a very fast rate of speed. No sound was heard. Witnesses: Mrs. Whitehouse, wife of Maj Harvey J. Whitehouse, C. O., ASU 3319 Tennesee ORC instructors, Knoxville, Tenn. Mr. Tryus W. Setliff (See Incident 136a) Mrs. Whitehouse stated that the object remained visible for approximately 3 minutes and that the streamer emitted sparks. Mr. Setliff stated that the object was visible for about 3 seconds and traveled at an estimated speed of 1,000 miles per hour at an altitude of about 30,000 feet. [page 110] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 136a 1. Date 30 June 1948 2. Time 2140 3. Location S. Knoxville, Tenn 4. Name of observer Mr Tryus W. Setliff 5. Occupation of observer N/S 6. Address of observer Oakridge, Tennessee 7. Place of observation Knoxville, Tenn 8. Number of objects 1 9. Distance of object from observer N/S 10. Time in sight 3 seconds 11. Altitude XXXXXXXX******** 30,000 ft 12. Speed 1,000 MPH 13. Direction of flight Westerly 14. Tactics N/S 15. Sound N/S 16. Size N/S 17. Color Orange Color 18. Shape Ball 19. Odor detected N/S 20. Apparent construction Fire 21. Exhaust trails Bluish Color 22. Weather conditions N/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Sketches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance Over horizon to West 26. Remarks RESTRICTED 69 [page 111] STRICTE CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident 137 # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) ## 1 Incl. (cont.) | 1. | Dato 7 Jul 48 | |-|-| | 2. Time 2114 and 2115 | 2. Time 2114 and 2115 | | 3. | Location Chapel Hill, N. C. | | 4. | Name of observor James Eaves, Lt., U. S. Naval Reserve | | 5. | Occupation of obşorvor Mathematics Instructor | | 6. | Address of observor University of North Carolina | | 7. | Placo of observation Chapel Hill, N. C. | | 8. | Numbor of objects three (3) | | 9. | Distanco of object from observer N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight Approximately one (1) minute | | 11. | Altitudo Extreme | | 12. | Spood High | | 13. | Diroction of flight Fast Northeast | | 14. | Tactics N/S | | 15. | Sound Jet | | 16. | Sizo N/S | | 17. | Color N/S | | 18. | Shapo N/S | | 19. | Odor dotectod N/S | | 20. | Apparent construction N/S | | 21. | Exhaust trails Not Visible | | 22. | Woathor conditions Clear | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S | | 24. | Skotches or photographs None | | 25. | Manner of disappearance N/S | | 26. | Romarks: | [page 112] ## Incident: 137 to a point in the rear. Objects shaped like cigars. Appeared about the size of an airplane in the sky. They were about 3-1/2" in length. Didn't have wings or any apparent means of getting around in the sky. [page 113] RESTRICTED [page 114] 42603 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS | 1. | Incident #138<br />Dato 5 Jul 48 | |-|-| | 2. | Time 0920 | | 3. | Location Columbus, Chio | | 4. | Name of observer Mrs. Wilda Zittek | | 5. | Occupation of obscrvor Housewife | | 6. | Address of observer 2579 Avalon Ave.<br />Columbus, O. | | 7. | Placo of observation Ground | | 8. | Number of objects two (2) | | 9. | Distance of object from observer N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight four (4) minutes | | 11. | Altitudo Judged to be around 3000 feet | | 12. | Speed Could not be estimated around | | 13. | Direction of flight Tirst headed NE then North | | 1h. | Tactics Bobbed up and down | | 15. | Sound None | | 16. | Size With binoculars (Tupe M-3. 6 x 30) about 3 1/2" in length by<br />1" in diameter | | 17. | Color Silver | | 18. | Shapo Like a cigar or torpedo | | 19. | Odor dotected N/S | | 20. | Apparent construction Metallic | | 21. | Exhaust trails None | | 22. | Weather conditions Clear, sunlight, no clouds | | 23. | Effect on clouds None (There were none) | | 24. | Sketches or photographs None | | 25. | Manner of disappearance Faded away | | 26. | Romarks: (Over) SECRET 73 | [page 115] Mrs. Zittek said that the objects looked like something going through air currents. They had a blunt nose and the tail was obscured. At first they looked like a dark blot. Both ends were indistinct. They were visible for three or four minutes and began to fade away. Subject's powers of observation were checked on air craft flying in the area and were found to be good as far as direction and movement, but poor for distance end altitude. A check at Patterson Field Operations showed two F-80's in the air at the time of sighting. Capt. Darnell, pilot of one F-80, was flying a loose formation in trail of Lt. Collins while pacing him on a calibrated speed check. The aircraft were not equipped with wing tip tanks. The pilots stated that they were in the Columbus Area. Mrs. Zittek position was from a three quarter rear positon at sighting. An article was published by the Columbus Citizen News Paper, Columbus, Ohio, 8 Jul 48. 74 [page 116] #138 Information received from Captain Boyd, District Intelligence Office, 320 Old Post Office, Columbus, Ohio # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) Unconventional aircraft sighted by Mrs. Wilds Zittek, 2579 Avalon Ave., Columbus at 0920 on 8 July. Weather was clear, sun shining brightly, no clouds near the object. She first saw the object with her naked eye, then spent two minutes looking for binoculara. Observed the object for a about two minutes with them. There was no flying objects; both appeared to have a blunt front and seemed to taper to a point at the rear. The shape was very much like a cigar. The sun was shining on them and they appeared to be silver in color. With the naked eye, they appeared to be about the size of a airplane when writing in the sky. They were about 3 1/2" in length and 1" in diameter. In other words, they seemed to be a little more than three times the diameter in length. Speed was not estimated. Observed for approximately four minutes. When first seen, they were headed northeast. Seemed to bob up and down rather than pur- suing a set and steady course. Altitude was judged to be approximately 3000 ft. No sound audible from the object; no exhaust trail visible. First seen in east goint toward Fort Columbus, then moved generally north there. Binoculars were 13. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) The following was broadcast over the radio this morning (9 Jul) but not persons not yet interviewed: On 7 July, five members of one family saw the object which looked like pie pans, directly over Fort Columbus. 3 [page 117] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Dato 9 Jul 48 Incidort 139 2. Timo 2147 1 . 3. Location North end of Usborn, Ohio Name of observor Clarence Glasebrook, 1st Lt., USA, Hq AMC (CIAXO-4) 5. Occupation of obscrvor ATI Investigator 6. Address of observor Hq AC CIAXO-4) 7. Place of observation Fround 8. Number of objects one 9. Distance of object from observor N/S 10. Tino in sight Appeared 3 times each time being 1-2 sec id duration 11. Altitudo 3000 to 4000 feet 12. Spood between 500 & 600 13. Direction of flight west (east to west) 1h. Tactics Kale intermittent appearances at regulated intervals 15. Sound None 16. Sizo could not be estimated 17. Color pale yellowish white (luminous) 18. Shapo N/S 19. Odor dotected N/S 20. Apparont construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails None 22. Woathor conditions Clear w/quarter moon in the East-Southeast. 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance Suddenly at angle of ap rox. 70° to horizon in front of observer who was looking nor th 26. Romarks: Lt. Glasebrook was a reconnaissance pilot in World War II. RESTRICTE [page 118] The object seemed to glow and was not a directed beam. It is believed that is powers of observation are above average and that the estimates of speed can be considered to be fairly accurate. 752 [page 119] Unidentified Flying Object MCIAXD-3 MCIAXO- 16 July 1948 Cmt 1 1. At 2147 hours on 9 July 1948, the undersigned sighted an unidentified object flying from east to west at approximately three to four thousand feet over the north end of Osborn, Ohio. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) 2. The object appeared as a pale yellowish white light that seemed to glow. It was not a directed beam. The light was traveling at a rate of speed between five or six hundred miles. It appeared long enough to allow the observer to determine its flight path (approximately one to two seconds) and then went out. There was a pauses of three seconds, the light then reappeared again for the same length of time, another three-second pause and the pattern was repeated. After the third appearance it was not seen again. The final sighting was made with the object at an angle of approximately 70° to the horizon in front of the observer who was looking norht. The last sighting was slightly above the horizon to the west, just north of Patterson Field. The intermittent appearance of the light was at a regulated interval. 3. The sky was clear with about a quarter moon rising in the East-southeast; however, nothing could be ascertained except the glow of the light. There was no sound or trail. [page 120] # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident #140 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | 1. | Date | 1 July | 1948 | |-|-|-|-| | 2. | Time between 2100 and 2200 hours | Time between 2100 and 2200 hours | Time between 2100 and 2200 hours | | 3. | Location Gahanna, Ohio | Location Gahanna, Ohio | Location Gahanna, Ohio | | 4. | Name of observor Mrs. Howard Enslow | Name of observor Mrs. Howard Enslow | Name of observor Mrs. Howard Enslow | | 5. | Occupation of obsorver Housewife | Occupation of obsorver Housewife | Occupation of obsorver Housewife | | 6. | Address of observor Gahanna, Ohio | Address of observor Gahanna, Ohio | Address of observor Gahanna, Ohio | | 7. | Placo of observation ground | Placo of observation ground | Placo of observation ground | | 8. | Numbor of objects 1 | Numbor of objects 1 | Numbor of objects 1 | | 9. | Distance | of object | from obsorver N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight 3 seconds | Timo in sight 3 seconds | Timo in sight 3 seconds | | 11. | Altitude | N/S | | | 12. | Speed N/S | Speed N/S | Speed N/S | | 13. | Direction | of flight | Northeast to Southwest | | 14. | Tactics | N/S | | | 15. | Sound | N/S | | | 16. Sizo N/S | 16. Sizo N/S | 16. Sizo N/S | 16. Sizo N/S | | 17. | Color | golden | | | 18. | Shapo | saucer | | | 19. Odor dotected N/S | 19. Odor dotected N/S | 19. Odor dotected N/S | 19. Odor dotected N/S | | 20. | Apparent construction luminous | Apparent construction luminous | Apparent construction luminous | | 21. | Exhaust trails Seemed to wear a halo of silver | Exhaust trails Seemed to wear a halo of silver | Exhaust trails Seemed to wear a halo of silver | | 22. | Woathor conditions Clear - moonlight | Woathor conditions Clear - moonlight | Woathor conditions Clear - moonlight | | 23. Effoct on clouds N/S | 23. Effoct on clouds N/S | 23. Effoct on clouds N/S | 23. Effoct on clouds N/S | | 24. | Sketches or photographs None | Sketches or photographs None | Sketches or photographs None | | 25. Manner of disappearance N/S | 25. Manner of disappearance N/S | 25. Manner of disappearance N/S | 25. Manner of disappearance N/S | | 26. Romarks: Witness states: "A beautiful golden saucer<br />a halo with a silver rim around it." | 26. Romarks: Witness states: "A beautiful golden saucer<br />a halo with a silver rim around it." | 26. Romarks: Witness states: "A beautiful golden saucer<br />a halo with a silver rim around it." | 26. Romarks: Witness states: "A beautiful golden saucer<br />a halo with a silver rim around it." | [page 121] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident #140a # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | 2. Time Between 2100 and 2200 hours | 2. Time Between 2100 and 2200 hours | |-|-| | 3. | Location Gahanna, Ohio | | 4. | Namo of observor Mr Jack Taylor | | 5. | Occupation of observor N/S but now active in National Guard | | 6. | Address of observor N/S | | 7. | Placo of observation Gahanna, Ohio (ground) | | 8. | Numbor of objects 1 | | 9. | Distanco of object from observor N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight 2 seconds | | 11. | Altitudo 3000 to 4000 ft | | 12. | Spood terrific | | 13. | Direction of flight Northeast to Southwest | | 14. | Tactics Pursued kraigkkiin flat line of flight | | 15. | Sound None | | 16. | Sizo N/S | | 17. | Color bright yellow-white | | 18. | Shapo /s | | 19. | Odor dotootod N/S | | 20. | Apparont construction luminous | | 21. | Exhaust trails N/S | | 22. Woathor conditions Clear- bright moonlight | 22. Woathor conditions Clear- bright moonlight | | 23. Effoct on clouds N/S | 23. Effoct on clouds N/S | | 24. | Skotches or photographs None | | 25. | Manner of disappearance N/S | | 26. Romarks: Mr. Chester Taylor gave the same version as that | 26. Romarks: Mr. Chester Taylor gave the same version as that | [page 122] ## Incident: 140a Object was described as a bright yellow-white light that moved through the sky at a terrific rate of speed. It was a glow and not a directed light and was about two seconds in duration. It didn't fade but ceased abruptly. The line of flight appeared flat and the object appeared from the Northeast going southwest. Altitude was between 3,000 and 4,000 ft. There was no audible noise although it was a quiet night and the object appeared close in at an angle to the horizon of about 45°. Although the sky was clear and the moon was bright nothing but the light was seen. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Date 30 June 1948 Incident #: 111 2. Time 11:25 A. M., to 1:27 PM and shortly thereafter 3. Location Heola, South Dakota 4. Namo of observer Norman Pfutzenreuter 5. Occupation of obsorvor Chemical Engineer - Amateur Astronomer 6. Address of observor Hecla, South Dakota 7. Placo of observation Between Watertown, S. D., & Webster, S. D. 8. Numbor of objects 1 9. Distance of object from observer N/S 10. Tino in sight Slightly over two hours 11. Altitudo 150 miles (?) 12. Spood Stationary 13. Direction of flight Stationary approx 14. Tactics Remained in one/position then disintegrated 15. Sound None 16. Size N/S 17. Color Like polished aluminum FIDENTIA [page 124] # CONFIDENTIAL away out from the mass and formed a perfect isometric triangle, the remaining mass slowly moved into hu dreds of small parts seemingly leaving very faint vapor trails. The three remaining parts continued to move apart holding their related positions of a perfect triangle but gradually getting smaller and fainter until they dissappeared some 9 minutes after the initial break-up. It could sit easily be seen that the parts were moving away from the earth. CONFIDENTIAL 759 [page 125] C ESTRE CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incidint #142 1. Data 2. Timo 3. Locutien 1. Hame of observer Mr. Charles W. Shangle, Jr. 5. Occupation of obscrvor 6. Address of observor Boise, Idano 7. Place of observation 8. Number of objects 9. Distanco of object from observer 10. Timo in sight 11. Altitudo 12. Speed 13. Direction of flight 1h. Tactics 15. Sound 16. Size 17. Color 18. Shapo 19. Odor dotectod 20. Apparent construction 21. Exhaust trails 22. Woathor conditions 23. Effect on clouds 24. Sketches or photographs 25. Manner of disappearance 26. Romarks: RESTRICTED 76 [page 126] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Date Incidort #143 2. Timo 3. Location h. Hamo of observer e. Felix G. atthews 5. Occupation of observor 6. Address of observor. Columbia, South Carol na 7. Place of observ tion 8. Number of objects 9. Distanco of object from observer 10. Timo in sight 11. Altitudo 12. Speod 13. Direction of flight 1h. Tactics 15. Sound 16. Sizo 17. Color 18. Shapo 19. Odor dotoctod 20. Apparent construction 21. Exhaust trails 22. Woathor conditions 23. Effect on clouds 24. Skotches or photographs 25. Mannor of disappearance 26. Romarks: RESTRICTED 77 [page 127] [ ] # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS | 1. | Date 24 July 48 Incident #144 | |-|-| | 2. نه | Time 0245 | | | 3. Location 20 miles south of Montgomery, Ala | | 4. | Name of observor Pilot Clarence Shipe Chiles & Co-Pilot John B.<br />Whitted & Mr. McKelvie, (Occupation - /S) | | 5. | Occupation of observer Pilot and Co-pilot, EAL | | | 6. Address of observer Atlanta Office of EAL | | 7. | Placo of observation Air 20 miles south of Montgomery, Ala | | 8. | Number of objects 1 | | 9. | Distance of object from observers /S | | 10. | Timo in sight 5 to 10 seconds | | 11. | Altitude 5,000 ft | | 12. | Speed 500 to 700 MPH (See Atlanta Constitution of 25 July 48) | | 13. Direction of flight Southwest toward Mobile and New Orleans | 13. Direction of flight Southwest toward Mobile and New Orleans | | 14. Tactics Pulled up sharply with tremendous burst of flame (Atlanta<br />Constitution - 25 July 48) | 14. Tactics Pulled up sharply with tremendous burst of flame (Atlanta<br />Constitution - 25 July 48) | | 15. | Sound none | | 16. | Size 100 ft long and about twice the diameter of "B-29" | | 17. | Color N/S | | 18. | Shapo cigar-shaped | | 19. | Odor dotected N/S | | 20. | Apparent construction N/S | | 21.<br /><br />22. | Exhaust trails red-orange flame<br />blue fluorescent glow running beneath the object<br />Woathor conditions Full moon, clear with broken cloud coverage of 4/10<br />at 6,000 ft | | 23. | Effect on clouds /S-pulled up into one | | 24. | Skotches or photographs 2 | | 25. | Manner of disappearance Disappeared intoa cloud | | 26. | Romarks: See attached statements | [page 128] CHECK- LIST - UN I DENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Date 24 July 48 2. Time 0230 Incident # 144a 3. Location Near Blackstone, Va. enroute to Raleigh-Durham 4. Namo of observor Louis Feldwary 5. Occupation of obsorvor pilot 6. Address of observor LGA 7. Placo of observation Air -near Blackstone, Va. 8. Numbor of objects Only trail seen 9. Distance of object from observer n/s 10. Timo in sight N/S 11. Altitudo N/S 12. Spood terrific speed - 13. Direction of flight 230° 14. Tactics Trail covered an 80° to 90° arc laterally 15. Sound N/S > 16. Size N/S > 17. Color N/S Only trail perceived - object ) was not seen 18. Shapo N/S ) 19. Odor dotoctod N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails Seemed to be a jet or rocket trail 22. Weather conditions at 0230 at Blackstone: 0/70 0 4GT 112/73/72/ wsw 5/987. Greensboro and Raleigh-Durham had 0/15 plus 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Sketches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Remarks: (over) CONFIDENTIAL 78 [page 129] Shortly after checking Blackstone, at approx 0230, a trail was picked up that appeared to be a jet or rocket trail. The object leaving the trail was traveling at terrific speed in a southwesterly direction and as nearly as they could estimate they calculated the degree of travel as 230°. They were on a heading at the time of 215°. The jet or rocket trail at no time crossed their flight path. It was on the distant western horizon at approx 20° above the horizon. The trail covered an 80° to 90° arc laterally. NOTE: There is a 15 minute difference in time f/this sighting (0230) to the rocket sighting at 0245 in Atlanta some 400 to 475 miles distant. NOTE: The above time (0230) tallies with another sighting by another pilot in the vicinity of Blackstone, Va. who saw a very unusual meteor that appeared to be on a bearing of about 210° from them traveling in a southerly direction above but close to the horizon. CONFIDENTIAL 78a [page 130] Supplement to Trip Report to Columbus, Ohio 31 July 1948 Re: Atlanta Sighting THRU Col Clingerman TO: Col McCoy # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) 1. The object of this trip was to interview C. L. McKelvie, a passen ger aboard the Eastern Airlines DC-3. the night of 24 July 1948. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) 2. Mr. McKelvie's written statement is essentially as follows: He was occupying the 5th or 6th seat from the front of the plane on the right and would periodically glance out the window. There was a full moon which illuminated the ground and the skies and the ground could clearly be seen. Frequently they passed cumulus clouds. On one occasion as he was looking out he observed a sudden streak of light moving in a southeastern direction across the airway above the plane. He wondered if it were lightning but observed the flame moved in a straight line and not in a flare. The color was bright flame - he thought it was probably a light cherry red - although the edges were mom of a yellow flame. He shifted his position in his seat for better observation, momentarily losing sight of it. Then he saw it again. He estimated the flame to be about 1/2 as far above the plane as the plane was above the ground. He saw no physical shape only a streak of flame moving in a straight line. The whole experience was momentary so that detailed observation was absent. He heard no sound but stated that the vibration of the plane was much greater than normal and that it was not possi- ble to hear any sound from the outside. [page 131] [ ] # CONFIDENTIAL Atlanta, Ga. Aug 3, 1948 Mr. S. L. Shannon Eastern Air Lines Miami, Fla. The following is a report of an unidentified aircraft which was sighted by John Whitted and me, as we were twenty miles southwest of Montgomery, Ala. July 24, 1948, as we were on Eastern's trip 576. At 2:45 A. M. we were cruising at 5,000 feet when there came, what looked like a Jet type of aircraft to our right and slightly above meeting us. It was a clear moonlight night with the visi- bility excellent; therefore, we were able to view the ship as it passed for a period of around ten seconds. It was clear there were no wings present, that it was powered by some jet or other type of power shooting flame from the rear some fifty feet. There were two rows of windows, which indicated an upper and lower deck, from inside these windows a very bright light was glowing. Underneath the ship there was a blue glow of light. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS | 1. | Dato 24 July 48 Incidont 1446 | |-|-| | 2. | Timo 0230 | | 3. | Location Between Blackstone, Va. and Greensboro, N..C. | | 4. | Name of observor Capt Perry R. Mansfield, | | 5. | Occupation of obgorvor Capt on 571/23 RAL | | 6. | Address of observor EAL | | 7. | Placo of observation Between Blackstone, Va. and Greensboro, N. C. | | 8. | Numbor of objects 1 | | 9. | Distance of object from obsorvor B/S | | 10. | Time in sight 3 seconds | | 11. | Altitude N/S | | 12. | Speed meteoric | | 13. | Direction of flight southerly | | 14. | Tactics traveling horizontally | | 15. | Sound N/S | | 16. | Size N/S | | 17. | Color N/S | | 18. | Shapo N/S | | 19. | Odor dotected N/S | | 20. | Apparont construction N/S - | | 21. | Exhaust trails N/S | | 22. | Woathor conditions SCAVU | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S | | 24. | Skotches or photographs None | | 25. | Manner of disappearance "died out" in the distance | | 26. | Romarks: (over) | [page 133] 018 pilot At a bout 0230 on July 24, 1948, C. Kingsley/and Capt Perry R. Mansfield saw what they thought was an unusual meteor. It was brighter than any ever seen before and traveling in a horizontal direction, slightly above the horizon. It was observed for 3 seconds before it died out. At no time did it appear to travel in a downward direction. Kingsley & Mansfield discussed the matter that the meteor appe red to be travel- ing horizontally. At the time they were traveling between Blackstone, Va., and Greensboro, S. C.. The sky was clear and the visibility unlimited. They were ona magnetic heading of 240° and estimated the object to be on a bearing of about 210° from them that is about 30 to the left of their heading. It appeared to be traveling in a southerly direction, above, but close to the horizon. NOTE: There is a 15 minute variance in tim time f/this sighting (0230) to the rocket sighting at 0245 in Atlanta some 400 to 475 miles distant. The time (0230) also tallies with Inc 144a Pilot Louis Feldwary's account of sighting a jet or rocket trail just after leaving Blackstone. [page 134] CONFIDENTAL # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) ## STATEMENT OF JOHN B. WHITTED I was flying co-pilot for Capt. C. S. Chiles on Trip 576 which left Houston, Texas at 8:40 PM Mastern Standard Time, Friday night. July 22, 1948. At 0245 EST, we sighted a strange object coding toward us at a high rate of speed. We were at 5000 feet and our position was 25 miles southwest of Montgomery, Ala. Thestrange object had a stream of red fire coming from its tail. I assumed that it was a jet type airplane of the Army or Navy but as it came nearer I could see that it was much larger than any Army or Navy Jet that I have ever seen or read about. It passed us on the right side of our DC-3. I estimate its speed in the neighborhood of 700 MPH but pis is purely a rough estimate. We wereholding a compass heading of 50 degrees and the object passed us going in the opposite direction. To me, the object seemed about a half-mile from us, flying straight and level. It could see no wings supporting the object. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) ## STATEMENT OF JOHN B. WHITTED (cont.) The object was cigar shaped and seemed to be about a hundred feet in length. The fuselage appeared to be about three times the circumference of a B-29 fuselage. It had two rows of windows, an upper and a lower. The windows were very large and seemed square. They were white with light which seemed to be caused by some type of combustion. I estimate that we watched the object at least 5 seconds and not more than 10 seconds. We heard no noise nor did we feel any turbulence from the object. It seemed to be at about 5500 feet. I asked Capt. Chiles what we had just seen and he said that he didn't know. Capt Chiles then contacted the company radio operator at Columbus, Ga., and aksed him to contact LawsonFld at Ft Benning, Ga., and find out if the Army had any jet or experimental planes in the vicinity. The Company operator called us a few minutes later and stated that Lawson Field reported that they had no planes flying in our area. Capt Chiles then reported back to the company radio operator saying that a strange aircraft Just passed us and it looked like some type of rocket ship. We passed up Columbus because of ground fog and dontinued on to Atlanta CONFIDENTIAL 82 [page 135] This appears to be a blueprint or sketch for a structure or vehicle labeled "HENRY G. HOTEL." **Key Information:** * **Object:** Resembles a long, somewhat cylindrical shape with a rounded front. * **Windows/Openings:** Labeled "LARGE WINDOWS OR OPENINGS." Some appear "LIGHTED." * **Dimensions:** "100 LENGTH." * **Features:** "ORANGE & RED FLAME 40' LONG" is noted near the rear. "No FINS" is indicated. * **Front View:** An "ESTIMATED FRONT VIEW" shows a "ROUND" shape with a central element. * **Signature:** "J. O. Little" is signed. [page 137] # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Date 9 July 1948 Incident # 145 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) 2. Time 1205 AST 3. Location Fielding Lake 4. Name of observers 1st Lt Dominick J. Caramia & Thomas B. Carpenter 5. Occupation of obscrvor s (VLR) Photo 6. Address of observors 72nd RCN Squadron (VIR) Photographic c/o APO 731, c/o Postmaster Seattle Washington 7. Placo of observation Fielding Lake, Alaska (63°11' - 145° 40' W 8. Number of objects Approximately 20 9. Distanco of object from observer 5.000 + above 10. Timo in sight 5 seconds or less 11. Altitude 5,000+ immediately below the clouds 12. Speed over 500 MPH 13. Direction of flight From NW to ESE 14. Tactics Jockeyed back and forth in the group formation (gave impression of shotgun blast pattern) but maintained straight 15. Sound Loud roaring sound heard (thought it was strong wind) before course. 16. Sizo dot objects were sighted; sound sharpened into a buzz as they approached and passed. 17. Color grayish black 18. Shape Sxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Spheroid or disc-shaped # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) 19. Odor dotected N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails none visible 22. Weather conditions bright and sunny w/ strato-cumulus cloud coverage 23. Effect on clouds none- flew immediately below them 24. Sketches or photographs sketch 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Romarks: The objects resembled a group of dots, grayish black in color and numbering about 20. They were plainly visible and either spheroid or disc shaped. They sppe red to be jockeying back and (over) 83 [page 138] Key entities: * Line * Black circular objects * White circular objects * Text background forth in the group formation which gave the overall impression of a shotgun blast pattern. The objects were thought to be moving in excess of 500 MPH at approximately 5,000 ft (immediately below the clouds) from WNW to ESE and were definitely flying a straight course. Just before they were sighted a loud roaring sound was heard which was attti- buted to a strong wind blowing through the surrounding woods. However, as the objects approached and passed, the sound sharpened into a buzz uch like that made by a group of jet aircraft. No exhaust trails were visible. There were no photographs, available. CONFIDENTIAL бза [page 139] ENTIAL # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS | 1. | Date 17 July 1948 Incident #146 | |-|-| | 2. | Time 1650 | | 3. | Location Vicinity of San Acacia Dam, 65 miles south of Albuquerque | | 4. | Name of observors M/Sgt Wm R. Carter & M/Sgt Bernard E. Harvey | | 5. | xxx Carter: Armament technician<br />Occupation of observers Harvey: experienced AF non-com | | 6. | Address of observor 428th AFBU Kirtland AF Base | | 7. | Placo of observation Vicinity of San Acacia Dam | | 8. | Number of objects 7 | | 9. | Distanco of object from observer N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight N/S | | 11. | Altitudo 20,000 ft | | 12. | Spcod 1,500 MPH (if estimated altitude correct) | | 13. | Direction of flight northerly heading (between north and northwest) | | 14. | Tactics Maintained formation | | 15. | Sound N/S | | 16. | Sizo N/S | | 17. | Color Color of aluminum aircraft at high altitude | | 18. | Shapo When overhead: circular. After passing zenith: indeterminate | | 19. | Odor dotected N/S | | 20. | Apparent construction metallic | | 21. | Exhaust trails none | | 22. | Woathor conditions CAVU At 20,000 ft wind velocity 8 to 10 miles | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S | | 24. | Skotches or photographs None | | 25. | Manner of disappearance. In northwest | | 26. | Romarks: (over) | [page 140] 70778 CONFIDENTIAL About 65 miles south of Albuquerque 7 unidentified objects flying on northerly heading were observed. Objects initially in V formation at an estimated altitude of 20,000 ft above earth. Formation varied from "V" to "L" to "Q" and then grouped in an irregular formation and a regular pulsating flashing light was observed from them after they had passed 30° beyond zenith. The shape was difficult to ascertain. When directly overhead they were circular and resembled a cluster of balloons traveling at a great rate of speed. The color was that of aluminum at high altitude (or white painted aircraft). It the altitude estimation is correct the speed could be estimated as 1500 MPH. There was no vapor, smoke or other trail visible. They did not appear spherical when viewed at oblique angle. Disappeared on heading between north and northwest. AGENTS NOTES: [page 141] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 147 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | 2. Time 2200 | 2. Time 2200 | |-|-| | 3. | Location Springfield, Ohio | | 4. | Name of observor Mrs. H. H. Gibson | | 5. | Occupation of observor Housewife | | 6. | Address of observor 1217 East Main St. | | 7. | Placo of observation Springfield, Ohio | | 8. | Numbor of objects 1 | | 9. | Distance of object from observer N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight 3 seconds | | 11. | Altitudo Great height | | 12. | Spood That of a jet plane | | 13. | Direction of flight north | | 14. | Tactics None traveled in straight line | | 15. | Sound None | | 16. | Size Witness stated object resembled "huge ball" | | 17. | Color N/S | | 18. | Shape Round | | 19. | Odor dotectod N/S | | 20. | Apparont construction N/S | | 21. | Exhaust trails Bright red tail of fire | | 22. | Woathor conditions Some thunder and lighting | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S | | 24. | Sketches or photographs None | | 25. | Manner of disappearance Flew out of sight | | 26. | Romarks: (over) | [page 142] On night of 27 July 48, at 2200 hours observer saw object which resembled a huge ball in the sky. It came from the south and was headed north traveling at speed of jet planes which often fly over observer's house. Object trailed a bright red tail of fire and traveled in a straight line. There was some lightning and thunder at the time, but i observer thought the object something entirely foreign. No noise could be heard. Object only seen for three seconds. Agents note: Mrs. Gibson is the wife of a local carpenter, and is highly respected. Not inclined to exaggerate or brag, according to neighbors. [page 143] CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident #148 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) 1. Date 28 July 48 2. Time 0400 3. Location Springfield, Ohio 4. Namo of observor Mrs. Rose Henry 5. Occupation of obsorvor Housewife 6. Address of observor 826 Dibert Ave., Springfield, Ohio 7. Placo of observation 826 Dibert Ave., Springfield, Ohio 8. Number of objects 1 9. Distanco of object from observer N/S 10. Timo in sight 1st time: 5 minutes. 2d time: 15 minutes 11. Altitudo N/S 12. Spood Remained nearly stationary 13. Diroction of flight N/S 14. Tactics Hovering 15. Sound Witness thought she heard sound of plane before she saw the object 16. Size About the size of a basketball 17. Color Intense yellow 18. Shapo Round 19. Odor detected N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails N/S 22. Weather conditions N/S 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance. Faded away 26. Remarks: (over) CONFIDENTIAL 86 [page 144] On morning of 28 July (about 0400) Mrs Rose Henry happened to look out of her bedroom window toward the northeast and saw an object the size of a basketball which gave off an intense yellow light. It remained for some 5 minutes and appeared to fade away. Surak IN a moment it reappeared and was visible for some fifteen minutes, then faded away completely. It made no noise. Sound like that of a plane heard before the object was seen. No witnesses. Agent's Note: Mrs. Henry is a colored woman about 50 yrs of age and is a respected member of the community. She appeared well educated and sure of her statements during the interview. CONFIDENTIAL [page 145] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 1 1. Date: 19 Jan 48 2. Time: 7:30 AM 3. Location: North Jutland (Hjerrin, the Scaw and Hjerup) 4. Name of observer: N/S 5. Occupation of observer: N/S Taken from OMA R-34-48 (NAD 11796) as prepared by Lt Col Franklin E. Tomlinson 6. Address of observer: N/S 7. Place of observation: North Jutland 8. Number of objects: 3 9. Distance of object from observer: N/S 10. Time in sight: N/S 11. Altitude: N/S 12. Speed: apparently rocket-like 13. Direction of flight: N/S East - West 14. Tactics: "suddenly stopped, exploded and disappeared" 15. Sound: N/S 16. Size: N/S 17. Color: N/S 18. Shape: ball - saucer 19. Odor detected: N/S 20. Apparent construction: rocket-like objects 21. Exhaust trails: tail of green light 22. Weather conditions: N/S 23. Effect on clouds: N/S 24. Sketches or photographs: None 25. Manner of disappearance: Exploded and disappeared 26. Remarks: (over) Incident #149 ESTRICTEDS [page 146] Various parts of North Jutland have reported that on 19 Jan 48 at 7:30 AM the so-called flying saucers were observed. The phenomena has been observed in Hjerring, the Scaw and Hjerup. The objects were surrounded by a bluish light and had tail of green light, moving east west. One observer thought they looked like three balls. Several observers in the Scaw say they were rocket-like objects which suddenly stopped, exploded and disappeared. M/A COMMENT: Impossible to get any verification of this from Danish officials or Danish War Ministry. # RESTRICT Cl!ECK• LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 1 1. Date: Approx 1 Mar 48 2. Time: 0930 hours 3. Location: Swedish Coast 4. Name of observer: N/S - a Norwegian pilot 5. Occupation of observer: ONL pilot 6. Address of observer: N/S Material taken from MA R-130-48 NAD 20560 7. Place of observation: Air - enroute from Aalborg, Denmark to Oslo, Norway 8. Number of objects: 1 9. Distance of object from observer: N/S 10. Time in sight: 4 seconds 11. Altitude: 20,000 ft 12. Speed: N/S 13. Direction of flight: Southeast - passing along Swedish Coast and disappearing over Norway 14. Tactics: N/S - flight path followed earth's surface 15. Sound: N/S 16. Size: N/S emitted 17. Color: N/S but showed a bluish-green flame 18. Shape: N/S 19. Odor detected: N/S 20. Apparent construction: N/S 21. Exhaust trails: None 22. Weather conditions: N/S 23. Effect on clouds: N/S 24. Sketches or photographs: None 25. Manner of disappearance: Over Norway 26. Remarks: (over) RESTRICTED" [page 148] An ONL plane enroute from Aalberg, Denmark, to Oslo, Norway, sighted a projectile coming from the southeast, passing along the Swedish Coast and disappearing over Norway. The missile was at 20,000 ft and disappeared over the horizon in four seconds. It emitted a bluish-green flame but left no trail in the sky. The projectile seemed to follow the earth's surface. NOTE: Similar missiles have been observed at Rjuken, Norway & Finse, Norway. In this connection, it is of interest to know that heavy water is currently being produced in Rjuken. Observers: A Norwegian pilot and his co-pilot. Great Britain. The pilot aerved w1th theRoyal Norwegian a in 882 [page 149] # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 151 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) Incident # 151 1. Date: 29 July 1948 2. Time: 0955 3. Location: Northeastern part of Indianapolis, Indiana (See attached sketch of location) 4. Name of observers: Mr. James W. Toney & Mr. Robert Huggins 5. Occupation of observers: Toney: Both employees of W. O. Jones Rug Cleaners 6. Address of observer: Toney: 235 So Bradley, Indianapolis Huggins: 5040 Indiana, Indianapolis 7. Place of observation: (See attached drawing of location) 8. Number of objects: 1 9. Distance of object from observer: N/S - not over a few hundred feet 10. Time in sight: N/S 11. Altitude: 30 feet - just above tree-tops 12. Speed: 25 to 30 MPH 13. Direction of flight: Headed south in bank to left 14. Tactics: gliding with no apparent spinning action 15. Sound: no discernible sound 16. Size: 6 to 8 feet long by 1-1/2 to 2 feet wide (See attach drwg.) 17. Color: Aluminum and shiny in color 18. Shape: Shaped like a broad short propeller (See attached drwg.) 19. Odor detected: N/S 20. Apparent construction: Aluminum construction 21. Exhaust trails: None 22. Weather conditions: CAVU - no clouds 23. Effect on clouds: No clouds 24. Sketches or photographs: 2 25. Manner of disappearance: Went down in wooded area (seemingly) 26. Remarks: (over) 88 89 [page 150] 063 Object was shaped like a broad short propeller approximately 6 to 8 ft long, each blade approximately 2 feet wide and approximately one foot thick with cups on upper side of blades. It appeared aluminum and shiny in color. Traveled approximately 25 to 30 MPH. It was sighted just above the trees at approximately a 30 ft altitude in bank to the left of approx 20° and appeared in a slight descent. There was no discernible sound and no ex- haust trail. NOTE: Truck had just started across bridge (see drwg) when object was sighted directly ahead above the trees. Witnesses stopped on the other side of the cantilever bridge but could not relocate object. Search by Lt John E. Hoskins, Base PIO, and Lt Russell J. Carey, Jr. Base Intel Off. (331st AFBU) Res Tng Stout Fld. did not produce any result. However the area in which it was believed to have fallen is densely wooded with many hills and valleys. See diagram attached. [ ] [page 151] CONFIDENTIAL **Key Information:** * **Dimensions:** 1-1/2' x 2' and 6' to 8' * **Object Description:** The object is irregularly shaped and contains multiple circular elements labeled as "round cups which protrude". * **Source:** /s/ Russell J. Carey, Jr., 1st Lt., USAF, Intel Officer * **Classification:** CONFIDENTIAL 91 [page 153] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | 1. | Date 31 July 48 Incident 152 | |-|-| | 2. | Time 0825 | | | 3. Location Indianapolis, Indiana (South-Central part) | | 4. | Name of observers Mr. & Mrs Vernon Swigert | | 5. | Occupation of obscrvors XXXY an electrician and housewife | | 6. | Address of observors 2020 Boyd St., Indianapolis, Indiana | | 7. | Placo of observation As above- | | 8. | Numbor of objects 1 | | 9. | Distance of object from observer N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight 10 seconds | | 11. | Altitude 2,000 ft | | 12. | Spcod 1800 MPH | | 13. | Direction of flight 90° - east | | 14. | Tactics N/S | | 15. | Sound None | | 16. | Size XXXXX - 20 ft in dia. and approx 6 to 8 ft in height<br />: in center-Ratio about 3:1 | | 17. | Color white with no shine | | 18. | Shapo like a cymbal | | 19. | Odor dotoctod N/S | | 20. | Apparont construction N/S | | 21. | Exhaust trails None | | 22. | Woather conditions Sky clear | | 23. | Effect on clouds /S | | 24. | Skotches or photographs 1 | | 25. | Manner of disappearance N/S | | 26. | Remarks: (over) | [page 154] Object first perceived in the west. The object was shaped like a cymbal with smooth surfaces and approximately 20 feet in diameter at the base and approximately 6 to 8 feet in height in the center. Ratio was about 3:1. It appeared to be flat white in color with no shine. It traveled extremely fast crossing the sky in approximately 10 seconds (a distance of about 5 miles) on a 90° heading. It maintained a level course and shimmered in the sun giving the appearance of spinning. The altitude was estimated at approx- imately 2,000 ft. Object made no discernible sound and left no exhaust trail. No openings were noted on the object. NOTE: Mr. Swigert was standing by open bathroom window which faces the west when he was attracted by the object in the sky. Couldn't believe his eyes. He rushed into adjoining kitchen and showed his wife the object thru the kitchen window facing south. He tight stated the object appeared large enough to carry one person NOTE: Investigation conducted by Intel Officer, 1st Lt Russell J. Carey, Jr., on a call from Mr. Swigert. It was noted that visibility was good from both windows for such observation. lo other reports receiTed on this object. 92a [page 155] 2 NFIDENTIAL I 6508" NOTED SH 20' D (Ration approx. 3:1) /s/ Russell J. Carye Jr., RUSSELL J. CAREY JR. 1st Lt., USAF Intel Officer [page 156] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident 153 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | 2. Time 0100 hours | 2. Time 0100 hours | |-|-| | 3. | Location Between Parrott, Ga. and Richland, Ga. | | 4. | Namo of observer James Amaral, Former AF Pilot | | 5. | Occupation of obsorvor N/S - but formerly AF pilot | | 6. | Address of observor N/S (Info forwarded f/Turner AF Base) | | 7. | Placo of observation Between Parrott, Ga. & Richland, Ga. | | 8. | Numbor of objects 1 | | 9. | Distanco of object from observor N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight 5 to 10 seconds | | 11. | Altitude 20,000 to 35.000 ft | | 12. | Spcod 3600 MPH (estimated) | | 13. | Direction of flight 250° | | 14. | Tactics N/S | | 15. | Sound None | | 16. | Size N/S | | 17. | Color blue-white streak of light | | 18. | Shapo "streak" | | 19. Odor dotectod N/S | 19. Odor dotectod N/S | | 20. Apparent construction "rocket-like" | 20. Apparent construction "rocket-like" | | 21. | Exhaust trails A trail of sparks several miles long followed it | | 22. | Woathor conditions CAVU | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S | | 24. | Skotches or photographs None | | 25. | Manner of disappearance N/S | | 26. | Romarks: (over) | [page 157] 3 RESTRICT Witness was traveling between Parrott, Ga., and Richland, Ga., in an automobile when he observed a brilliant blue-white streak of light which lasted from 5 to 10 seconds, traveling in an apparent level flight on a heading of approximately 250°, at about 30,000 ft altitude (estimated). After the light disappeared a trail of sparks was observed which appeared several miles long. This trail lasted from 45 seconds to (1) minute NOTE: Mr. Amaral did not believe this to be any celestial but based on his experience as a pilot in the AF, he stated it appeared to be a burst of power applied to a rocket or rocket ship. RESTRICTED 94 [page 158] 0 # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 154 # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | 2. Tine 1945 hours | 2. Tine 1945 hours | |-|-| | 3. | Location Columbus, Ohio | | h. | Name of observer Charles Saunders | | 5. Occupation of observor Attorney | 5. Occupation of observor Attorney | | 6. Address of observer 265-1/2 South High St | 6. Address of observer 265-1/2 South High St | | 7. | Place of observation Yard of 1337 Clifton Ave., Columbus, Ohio | | 8. | Number of objects 1 | | 9. | Distance of object from observer N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight 16-15 minutes | | 11. | Altitudo 1,500 to 2000 ft | | 12. | Speed 15 MPH | | 13. | Direction of flight Moving south from the north | | 1h.<br /><br />15. | Tactics Constant slow speed - Once it hesitated & thin trail of<br />smoke issued from opposite direction of travel. Changed position assuming<br />Sound None different shapes | | 16. | Size Judged to be about 20 to 30 ft in diameter | | 17. | Color N/S. Perimeter: constant grey-black. Center: transparent. | | 18. | circular<br />Shapo Changing. First: side-view: Parallelogram. Second: r<br />then reverted to original form | | 19. | Odor dotected N/S | | 20. | Apparent construction N/S | | 21. | Exhaust trails thin trail of smoke | | 22. | Woathor conditions CAVU | | 23. | Effect on clouds No clouds | | 24. | Skotches or photographs 4 sketches | | 25. Manner of disappearance N/S | 25. Manner of disappearance N/S | | 26. | Romarks: (over) | [page 159] On 2 Aug 48 at approx 1945 a round object which appeared to be about 20 to 30 ft in diameter was observed moving in southerly direction from the north over center of Columbus. Had constant grey-black perimeter with a transparent center. The blue sky could be observed through this grey-black perimeter while it moved at a constant, slow speed of about 15 MPH. It made no noise of any kind. Once it hesitated in its movements and a thin trail of smoke issued from the opposite direction of travel. The smoke soon disappeared and was not seen again during the 10 to 15 minutes object was visible to the observer. The object changed position but not direction of travel-three times. When first seen, it evidently presented a side view which was a parallelogram in shape. (See). Slowly its position altered and it became circular in form, only to revert after a time to its original form. The altitude was judged to be some 1500 to 2000 ft above ground. Agent's Note: Saunders drew the following sketches Fourth Third Second First The above drawings constitute four positions of one phase. The object passed thru three of these phases during the 15 minute period. [page 160] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Date 23 Aug 48 Incident # 154a 2. Time 7:50 P. M. 1. Date 2nd Aug 48 2. Time 7:50 P. M. 3. Location Columbus, Ohio 4. Name of observer Jaymes Saunders, A. B., M. A. 5. Occupation of observer Housewife 6. Address of observer 1337 Clifton Ave, Columbus, Ohio 7. Place of observation Columbus, Ohio 8. Number of objects 1 9. Distance of object from observer N/S 10. Timo in sight 15 minutes 11. 1/2 mile high Altitudo 12. Speod alow and regular speed from North to South to Southwest 13. Direction of flight 14. N/S Tactics Oblong to circular to oblong change in shape 15. Sound None 16. Size of all plane 17. Color /s 18. Shapo Changing but circular for the most part 19. Odor dotooted N/S 20. Apparont construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails tail of smoke 22. Woathor conditions Unusually favorable for observation. Light sufficient without interference from sun's rays. 23. Effect on clouds Cloudless 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Romarks: (over) CONFIDENTIAL 96 [page 161] 026 CONFIDENCIAL # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) On 2 Aug 48, at 7:50 P. M. Mrs. Saunders observed an unusual object in the sky. Her attention was directed toward it because some neighborhood children were looking toward the north. She called her husband, Charles Saunders, (Inc 154) to witness the phenomenon. The sky was cloudless and the light more than sufficient, without interference from the rays of the sun which were hidden by the buildings of the city. [page 162] T # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 155 1. Date: 1630 31 July 48 2. Time: 1630 3. Location: 480 N. Monroe Ave., Columbus, Ohio 4. Name of observer: Mrs. Edward G. Watson 5. Occupation of observer: Housewife 6. Address of observer: 480 N. Monroe Ave., Columbus, Ohio 7. Place of observation: Columbus, Ohio 8. Number of objects: 6 or 7 9. Distance of object from observer: Very great distance away 10. Time in sight: N/S 11. Altitude: N/S - very great 12. Speed: Hovering 13. Direction of flight: N/S 14. Tactics: Hovering -hanging in the sky 15. Sound: N/S - 16. Size of an ash tray: <empty> 17. Color: gold 18. Shape: starlike 19. Odor detected: N/S 20. Apparent construction: N/S 21. Exhaust trails: N/S 22. Weather conditions: CAVU - bright sunlight 23. Effect on clouds: N/S 24. Sketches or photographs: None 25. Manner of disappearance: N/S 26. Remarks: (over) 97 [page 163] Lb Witness Statement: Objects first looked like large stars. They seemed to be at a very great distance and appeared to be about the size of an ash tray. There were approximately six or seven of them in a formation that resembled the shape of the big dipper. Did not have a definite shape individually but just seemed to be a group of spots glittering in the sky. They were gold in color and seemed to be just hanging in the sky. The sky was clear and blue and the sun was shining but do not believe the gold color caused by a reflection of the sun. Corroborated by truck driver but/witness could not obtain his name. [page 164] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incidont #156 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | 1. | Dato 31 July 48 Incidont #156 | |-|-| | 2. | Time 8:00 P. M. | | 3. | Location Columbus, Ohio - Tremont Rd near WOSU radio tower<br />located near University Golf Course | | 4. | Name of observer Mrs. Martin Price & Mrs. Mary Rippetoe | | 5. | Occupation of obsorvor Mrs. Price: Rippetoe: housewife mother of Mrs. Price<br />Mrs. Mary | | 6. | Address of observor 2186 Lamont Ave., Columbus, Ohio | | 7. | Placo of observation Tremont Rd near WOSU Radio Tower | | 8. | Number of objects 1 | | 9. | Distanco of object from obsorver 250 feet | | 10. | Timo in sight N/S | | 11. | Altitudo 250 feet | | 12. | Spood very slow | | 13. | Diroction of flight West to East | | 14. | Tactics Did not change course or altitude | | 15. | Sound No noise | | 16. Size of gasoline drum - Approx 5' x 6' | 16. Size of gasoline drum - Approx 5' x 6' | | 17. | Color Black | | 18. | Shapo Oblong | | 19. | Odor dotoctod N,S | | 20. | Apparent construction N/S | | 21. | Exhaust trails Spouted black smoke from the top | | 22. | Woather conditions Clear with no clouds | | 23. | Effect on clouds No clouds | | 24. | Skotches or photographs None | | 25. | Manner of disappearance N/S | | 26. | Romarks: (above) | [page 165] 86 On Saturday evening, 31 July 48, at approximately 8:00 P. M., while driving south on Tremont Road as observers approached the WOSU Radio Tower located on the University Golf Course, a large object resem bling a huge lantern was seen floating in the sky. The weather was clear, and it was still daylight so object could be seen quite clearly. It was oblong in shape and about the size of a gasoline drum. It was coming from the west and moving very slowly. It passed close to the tower and was about 1/2 the height of the tower from the ground. As it passed overhead traveling east, it spouted black smoke from the top and at the bottom on the left side there was a dull enclosed light like that of a lamp. The object did not change its course or altitude but continued on to the east with black smoke trailing behind. The object was black. It did not make any noise. There were no wings visible nor did it have any motor. No openings of any kind could be seen. NOTE: Another car stopped near them with two occupants who claimed that they had never witnessed anything like it before. RESTRICTED [ ] # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incidont # 157 Incident # 15 1. Date: 31 July 48 2. Time: 8:00 P. M. 3. Location: Columbus, Ohio 4. Name of observer: Robert C. Goshorn 5. Occupation of observer: Teletype Operator 6. Address of observer: State Highway Patrol Radio Station 7. Place of observation: Near Golf Driving Range, Columbus, Ohio 8. Number of objects: 1 9. Distance of object from observer: Object was balloon which fell to earth & was investigated by observer 10. Time in sight: N/S 11. Altitude: Came to earth from around 100 ft (when first observed) 12. Speed: N/S 13. Direction of flight: earthward 14. Tactics: N/S 15. Sound: N/S 16. Size: 2 ft x 3-1/2 ft 17. Color: white crepe paper 18. Shape: N/S - but said to be like old time "County Fair" balloon - round 19. Odor detected: N/S 20. Apparent construction: crepe paper 21. Exhaust trails: smoking - caused by large ball of waste material 22. Weather conditions: N/S - (clear - see Incident: 156) 23. Effect on clouds: N/S (no clouds) 24. Sketches or photographs: None 25. Manner of disappearance: Fell to earth where it was retrieved. 26. Remarks: (over) [page 167] bb. Object was perceived floating in the sky coming from the west over Ohio State Student Housing Project and was approximately 100 feet off the ground when first observed. It got lower all the time and landed in a field nearby. Three small boys ran toward it and observer went over to investigate. Saw paper bag affair approx 2 feet in diameter and 3-1/2 feet long made of white crepe paper. (like old time "County-Fair" hot air balloons) It was smoking when first observed and this was caused by a large ball of waste material which was fastened underneath it. There were no marks or writing on it b Note: See Incident 156 - in which time & direction tally. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 158 1. Date: 1 Aug 48 2. Time: 2:00 P. M. 3. Location: EXHAMNA Groveport, Ohio 4. Name of observer: Harold A. Yantis 5. Occupation of observer: Student, & 6. Address of observer: 25 West Hirman Ave. 7. Place of observation: 1 mile west of Groveport, Ohio 8. Number of objects: 1 9. Distance of object from observer: N/S 10. Time in sight: N/S 11. Altitude: N/S very high 12. Speed: N/S 13. Direction of flight: in westerly direction against a light wind 14. Tactics: N/S - just exhaust visible - smoke pattern dark & very large dispersed rapidly and appeared again as wide streak a mile or so in length twisted from wide to narrow streak and back. 15. Sound: No sound 16. Size: N/S - object not seen 17. Color: N/S - object not seen 18. Shape: Just a streak observed 19. Odor detected: N/S 20. Apparent construction: N/S An exhaust trail (smoke) 21. Exhaust trails: Appeared as black cloud with no definite shape but looked like an anti-aircraft shell a few seconds after it exploded 22. Weather conditions: cloudy - some shadows Few white clouds - but clear 23. Effect on clouds: black cloud silhouetted among them that moved 24. Sketches or photographs: 3 figs. 25. Manner of disappearance: N/S 26. Remarks: (over) [page 169] Observer noticed what appeared to be a small black cloud between two white ones. Seemed peculiar because the weather was clear and there were a few white clouds in the sky - but no other dark clouds or formations of any kind. The black cloud did not have any definite shape but looked like an anti-aircraft shell a few seconds after it explodes. Suddenly it stretched out into a wide streak with smaller vertical streaks, then rapidly turned and twisted, moving into a different direction and disappearing. In three or four seconds, the smoke burst appeared again spontaneously, approximately 20° west of the place where first noticed. Smoke pattern dark, very large, and dispersed rapidly, appearing again as a wide streak a mile or so in length which appeared to twist from a wide to a narrow streak and then back again changing direction as it twisted. Moving in westerly direction against light wind. Plainly visible altho far away and very high. No sound heard. Seemed like a streak that would be made if a flying wing with several engines banking and turning and leaving exhaust trails. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) Note: Yantis was in the war and had seen a lot of anti-aircraft shells burst and many vapor trails from planes but had never observed anything like this. He states: "It was so spontaneous like a rubber band which is round, then suddenly is stretched at length and twisted, and then disappears without a trace." Agent's Note: Yantis drew the sketches below Streak twisted and turned suddenly disappeared 3 3/3 width same - length estimated at 1 to 2 miles 1st position [page 170] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Dato 30 July 1948 Incidort #159 2. Tino 2015 hours 3. Location Worthington, Ohio 1. Name of observer John A. Felton Occupation of observor N/S Address of observor 5800 High St, Worthington, Ohio 7. Place of observation Worthington, Ohio 8. Number of objects 1 9. Distanco of object from observer N/S 10. Timo in sight 15 minutes 11. Altitudo Approx 3000 ft 12. Spcod very slow 13. Direction of flight SW 1h. Tactics None 15. Sourd None 16. Sizo N/S 17. Color silver 18. Shapo cylindrical 19. Odor dotected N/S 20. Apparent construction N/S 21. Exhaust trails N/S 22. Weather conditions Clear with high scattered clouds, visibility good 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Skotches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance N/S 26. Romarks: (over) [page 171] 0101 Object appee:red cylindrical in shape with no ap parent wiJl€s or tail surfaces. Bo standard marker lights were disp~ed and there were no eDgioe noises. The object emitt e4 a steady silver glow. Altitude was judged to be approximately 3000 ft and the object Wa. s moving very slowly ina southwest course. Itwas in line of vision some 15 minutes. Bo other aircraft. military or civilian were invicinity of Felton's hearing orvi8ion. The sky was clear with high. scattered clouds and the v1sib111 ty vae good. NOTE: Felton questioned byMaj Cal:rpbell of the USAF, but nothing furt her was gainedby this interview wi th the e~ception that hi•wife also saw the object. [page 172] ESTRICTEO # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS | 1. | Date 4 July 48 Incident #160 | |-|-| | 2. | Time 11:15 P. M. | | 3. Location Dravasburg, Pa. | 3. Location Dravasburg, Pa. | | 4. | Namo of observer John Jannicky, Jr. | | 5. | Occupation of obsorvor N/S | | 6. | Address of observor Box 227, Dravasburg, Pa. | | 7. | Placo of observation Dravasburg, Pa. | | 8. | Numbor of objects 1 | | 9. | Distanco of object from observor N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight 20 seconds + | | 11. | Altitude N/S | | 12. | Speod Hovering - then moving on at undetermined speed | | 13. | Diroction of flight N/S | | 14. Tactics moved across sky, stopping three times and resuming movement | 14. Tactics moved across sky, stopping three times and resuming movement | | 15. | Sound No noise | | 16. | Sizo of a star | | 17. | Color same as a star | | 18. | Shapo looked like a star | | 19. | Odor dotoctod N/S | | 20. | Apparent construction N/S | | 21. | Exhaust trails N/S | | 22. | Woathor conditions N/S | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S | | 24. | Skotches or photographs Vague sketch | | 25. | Manner of disappearance N/S | | 26. | Romarks: (over) | [page 173] 3201 STRICTE On 4 July 48 at approx. 11:15 P. M., OST, witness and his wife thought they saw a star moving. There was a light in the sky the same color and size of a star which was moving. *xxxxxx xxxxxxxt. Then they thought it was a plane but it made no noise. The object moved across the sky, then changed its course a bit and went straight and stopped again for about 5 seconds, changed its course a bit and went straight for awhile and stopped again this time for at least 15 seconds, then it went across the sky a little ways and disappeared completely. When the object stopped in the sky, it resembled a star and only by following its course could the difference be noticed. NOTE: Witness states that he lives some 2-1/2 miles from the two woman (McKeesport, Pa.) who reported seeing a big silver plate zooming noiselessly overhead in the direction of Kennywood Parkt. See Inc. 161. RESTRICTED 102 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 161 Incident 1. Date: Around July 8, 48 2. Time: N/S 3. Location: McKeesport, Pa. 4. Name of observer: Mrs. Nell Veway & Mrs. Elizabeth Goltz 5. Occupation of observer: housewife 6. Address of observer: Mrs Veway: 3404 Grover Ave ) Mrs Goltz: 2604 Grover Ave. ) McKeespo 7. Place of observation: McKeesport, Pa. 8. Number of objects: 1 9. Distance of object from observer: N/S 10. Time in sight: N/S 11. Altitude: N/S 12. Speed: N/S 13. Direction of flight: N/S - toward Kennywood Park 14. Tactics: N/S 15. Sound: noiseless 16. Size: 12 to 15 inches in dia. 17. Color: silver 18. Shape: "plate" 19. Odor detected: N/S 20. Apparent construction: N/S 21. Exhaust trails: N/S 22. Weather conditions: N/S 23. Effect on clouds: disappeared in cloud bank 24. Sketches or photographs: None 25. Manner of disappearance: disappeared in cloud bank 26. Remarks: (over) 103 [page 175] Witness saw what looked like a "big, silver plate" zooming noiselessly overhead in the direction of Kennywood Park. "Oh look, that's not a plane, screamed Mrs. Veway of 3404 Grover to her neighbor, Mrs. Goltz, 3604 Grover, "it looked like one of those flying saucers." Mrs . Vevay said the disc was about 12 to 15 inches in diameter. It diaappe6 red in a cloud bank but reappe ed on the far eide and was seen by Mrs. Goltz. They followed the direction of the diac until out of ai8}lt• NOTE: Taken from the Daily News "McKeesport, Pa. July 8, 1948. 1030 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) Informants stated that on 11 Aug 48 between 1200 and 1215 hours, CST, Jerome and Benno were playing in the back yard and noticed an object in descent approximately twelve feet from the ground which was descending between the two of them. It settled to the ground gently - much as a balloon. Upon hitting the ground the object spun once, made a sort of whistling noise, described by the two boys as resembling a steam whistle, and then shot straight up into the air approximately 20 feet, halted and again made a whistling noise. The object then shop upward to a height of about 30 feet, and, in this ascent, maneuvered around tree branches and telephone wires. Upon reaching a height of approximately 30 feet the object shot off in a northeasterly direction. The object approached from the northwest. The boys described the object as "approximately one foot thick, two feet side and round." The object had no windows, wires, or any visible appurtenances. It was a dull gray in color and when it hit the ground, it made a slight clanking noise, much as metal hitting against metal. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) Philip and Mrs Leuer stated the boys were visibly frightened when they ran into the house and were afraid to tell what they had seen. Upon close questioning, the boys related the above story to them. Mr. Leuer advised that he then had notified Mr. E. R. Sheridan, Postmaster at Hamel, Minnesota (who subsequently notified the proper authorities) AGENTS NOTES: Agent noted that the spot where the alleged "flying saucer" had landed was approximately 2 feet in diameter and appeared as though some heavy object had landed there or had been set down as the ground was dented and protruding rocks had been leveled. The spot was covered by a washtub. reason to doubt the story of the boys or of Mr. and Mrs. Leuer. Mr. E. R. Sheridan, Postmaster, advised that he had no and for this reason had reported the matter to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, St. Paul, Minn. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) Important considerations: * Make sure that for all key-value pairs, you have "key:value" format. Ensure that each value is associated with the correct key. * Make sure your reading order is correct. Sometimes, the options are numbered, and you should follow the order of the numbers instead of going horizontally. * In general, circled options or tick marks, or x marks next to the text are checked options. Mark them with [x]. * Also, for checkbox field, we tend to do [x] $value$ and [ ] $value$, basically having the checkbox before the text. Follow this pattern when we don't have an explicit colon between the value and the checkbox in the image. * We also tend to add a newline between checkbox fields that are grouped together on the same row. So instead of having '[ ] $value 1$ [x] $value 2$', we will have '[ ] $value 1$ [x] $value 2$'. * Your performance on checkboxes should be perfect. Take time to double check yourself. * Do not output Markdown formatting. Always output things in key-value format. So for columns, you will have $Row 1 Name$: $Column 1$: $Value 1$ $Column 2$: $Value 2$ $Row 2$: $Column 1$: $Value 1$ $Column 2$: $Value 2$ * Do not output HTML formatting, let's remain with text. * Do not maintain extra spaces to be faithful to the image. Instead, add a newline. * Do not drop any information, especially headers or text hanging around. * Conversely, do not create any new keys that are not present in the image. Even if you understand the context, do not create the keys, just write the values as they are. * Do not fix typos or grammatical errors. Just write the text as it is. * You should use Latex formatting for mathematical symbols. [page 178] CHECK-IT- FIED FLYHIG OBJECTS 22 July 48 Incidint #163 1. Date: 22 July 48 2. Time: <empty> hour before dark 3. Location: Van Nays, Calif 4. Name of observer: Capt Henry Glover & wife (Ofl-Res) 5. Occupation of observer: Ordnance Reserve Officer 6. Address of observer: 8531 Variel Ave., Canoga Park, Calif 7. Place of observation: Van Nays, Calif. 8. Number of objects: 1 9. Distance of object from observer: 2000 ft overhead 10. Time in sight: N/S about an hour 11. Altitude: great height 12. Speed: N/S 13. Direction of flight: toward the sun from the East or West 14. Tactics: traveled a vertical arc of about 25° or more 15. Sound: N/S 16. Size: of weather balloon at 2000 ft 17. Color: bluish luminescence like fluorescent lamp which gradually changed to orange color at dusk 18. Shape: round tending to spherical 19. Odor detected: N/S 20. Apparent construction: N/S 21. Exhaust trails: N/S 22. Weather conditions: CAVU ground temperature 70-75° 23. Effect on clouds: N/S 24. Sketches or photographs: None 25. Manner of disappearance: snapped off like a lamp when you throw switch 26. Remarks: (Over) 105 [page 179] اورج Object appeared round and probably spherical. At first looked similar to weather balloon at about 2000 ft but there was no characteristic bobbing. The wind was blowing on the ground with fair strength and gusty yet the object was quite steady. In the time it was under observation (about an nour) it traveled thru a vertical arc of about 25° or more. After watching the object for a while the observer concluded that whatever it was the thing was at great height but not a star. It had a bluish luminescence like a fluorescent lamp and as the sun set the color gradually changed to an orange color at dusk and finally snapped off like a lamp when the switch is thrown. The outline was clear and sharp and symetrical (no fuzziness or blurring), the air clear with visibility unlimited. Direction of travel from East directly toward the sun. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) ## STATEMENT Statement made by Mr. Henry Glover, Power Consultant, Department of Water and Power, Van Nuys, California; home address, 8531 Variel Avenue, Conoga Park, California. 1230 hours, 17 September 1948, concerning object sighted in the sky, 22 July 1948, in the vicinity of San Fernando Valley, California: "On the evening of 22 July 1948, between the hours of 1930 and 2030, my wife and I were having dinner in the patio of an open air market in Van Nuys, California, We arrived there about an hour before dark. Our atten- tion was attracted by other patrons to a strange object in the sky almost directly overhead. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) ## STATEMENT (cont.) DESCRIPTION: It appeared to be round and probably spherical. At first, it appeared to be a weather balloon at about 2000 feet but there was none of the characteristic bobbing. The wind was blowing on the ground in fair strength and gusty yet the object was quite steady. After watching it a while, I concluded that whatever it was, was at great height but not a star. It had a bluish luminescence like a fluorescent Lamp and as the sun set the color gradually changed to an orange color at dusk and finally snapped off Like a lamp when you throw the sdtch (at which moment I was looking right at it). In about an hour that I had been observing it, the object had traveled through a vertical arc of about 25 degrees or more. The outline of the object was clear and sharp and symetrical (no fuzziness or bluring); the air was very clear with visibility unlimiteds ground temperature about 70-75 degrees dropping to about 60 degrees an hour after dark (two hour time lapse); direction of travel was from East directly toward the sun. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) ## STATEMENT (cont.) | MR. | SPROULL: | |-|-| | MR. | GLOVER: | | MR. | SPROULL | | MR.<br /><br />MR. | GLOVER:<br /><br />SPROULL: | | MR. | GLOVER: | | MR. | SPROULL: | | MR. | GLOVER: | | MR. | SPROULL: | | MR. | GLOVER: | What was the approximate size of the object? The size, as near as I could judge, would be a weather balloon at 2,000 feet. I am POSITIVE it was not a weather balloon. What would you approximate as the speed? That I wouldn't know except that it travelled about 25 or 30 degrees at approximately forty-five minutes to an hour. in In what direction did it move? Overhead directly into the sun. MR. SPROULL: Did you think it might be a reflection from anything? I thought it might be a reflection from the sunlight at first but then I couldn't account for the blue tinge. Did it glint or sparkle? # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) ## STATEMENT (cont.) No, it didn't sparkle at all. The light from the object was constant with a constant intensi y but changed as the sun set lower until it turned toward an orange color. As the sun was setting, it became yellow and after the sun completely dropped, it became orange color. I was just observing this particular change of coloring, when it disappeared completely. MR. SPROULL: What was the manner of disappearance? MR. GLOVER: It disappeared like the turning off of a light. I was looking directly at it, when it seemed to disappear as an incandescent light when one turns off the switch. There was no expansion and no change in dimension whatsoever. That is the last I saw of the object. Any tactics employed during flight of object? MR. GLOVER No change in altitude or direction. MR. SPROULL: Was there any sound to this object? MR. GLOVER: There was no sound whatsoever. MR. SPROULL: Was there an exhaust trail? MR. GLOVER: No exhaust trail at all. Did you notice the object as carrying any lights? MR. GLOVER: There were no distinguishing characteristics at all except for the bluish light. Did this occur to you to be something resembling a flying saucer? When I first viewed the object, the flying saucers immediately came to my mind, <-2-> 1050 [page 182] [ ] [ ] MR. SPROULL: Do you feel that you were observing a definite object? MR. GLOVERS Yes, it had a definite sharp outline something I had never seen before. At first I thought it might be a gaseous forms tion but it didn't have the characteristics of a meteor or cost and the outline was too definite and sharp to be gaseous. It instead appeared to be a definite material object. I had even considered that it might be an astronomical object oaught in our Earth's rotation like the moon, but it travelled faster than the sun so it couldn't have been. It was travelling three times as fast as the sun and was going in the same direction as the sun. MR. SPROULL !! MR. SPROULL Do you know any of the persons who observed this object per- sonally? MR. MR. GLOVER GLOVER No. END OF STATEMENT HENRY GLOVER 8531 Variel Avenue Conoga, California -3-> 1050 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) ## STATEMENT (cont.) CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident #: 164 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) ## STATEMENT (cont.) | 1. | Date 29th June Incidont | |-|-| | 2. Time 11 P. M. | 2. Time 11 P. M. | | 3. | Location Uniontown, Pa. | | 4. | Name of observer Mrs Catherine McDonald | | 5. | Occupation of obsorvor N/S widows widow | | 6. | Address of observor 38 Kensington Circle, Uniontown | | 7. | Placo of observation Uniontown, Pa. - Observer's front porch | | 8. | Number of objects three one at a time | | 9. | Distanco of object from observor N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight N/S | | 11. | Altitude 5000 ft | | 12. | Spood Very fast | | 13. | Direction of flight NE | | 14. | Tactics spinning vertically on edge | | 15. | Sound none | | 16. | Size N/S | | 17. | Color luminous | | 18. | Shapo oval | | 19. | Odor dotected None | | 20. | Apparent construction N/S - transparent | | 21. | Exhaust trails trail of light about 1 yard long | | 22. Woathor conditions stormy and cloudy | 22. Woathor conditions stormy and cloudy | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S - flew access sky beneath base of clouds<br />lightning could be seen thru it. | | 24. | Skotches or photographs vague sketch - | | 25. | Manner of disappearance lost sight of obstructed by neighboring houses<br />Jong | | 26. | Remarks: (over) | [page 184] At approximately 11 P. M. on the 29th of June Mrs Hollar saw a luminous oval-shaped object is a meat platter rolling along on its edge. It appeared to be going very fast since it disappeared in about 5 to 10 seconds. It was without sound or odor but seemed to have a tail which extended about a yard or so. Five minutes later, witness saw a second object and after another five- minute interval a third object was observed. They appeared in the Southwest and flew to the Northeast. The weather was cloudy with lightning and rolling thunder. The objects flew over the Oakland St. Area or just to the side of it (East of Oakland St.) They traveled about 1,000 ft and then disappeared behind the houses across the street from the witnesses. Witnesses: Mrs. Catherine McDonald Police Sergeant Shuh & daughter 157 # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 164a 1. Date 29 June 48 2. Time 2300 3. Location Uniontown, Pa. 4. Name of observer Mrs. Margaret Hollar et al 5. Occupation of obsorvor Housewife 6. Address of observor 100 Moore Ave., Uniontown, Pa. 7. Placo of observation 38 Kensington Circle, Uniontown (home of Mrs. Catherine McDonald) 8. Number of objects. 3- - one at a time 9. Distanco of object from observor N/S 10. Timo in sight 10 seconds 11. Altitudo N/S 12. Spood very fast 13. Direction of flight from Southwest to Northeast 1.4. Tactics rolled along on its edge 15. Sound No sound 16. Size "platter" 17. Color luminous 18. Shapo oval 19. Odor detected N/S None 20. Apparent construction N/S - luminous 21. Exhaust trails a tail of about a yard in length 22. Weather conditions cloudy with lightning and rolling thunder 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Sketches or photographs None 25. Manner of disappearance View obstructed by neighboring houses 26. Remarks: (over) 107 [page 186] 0201 Witness saw a luminous, oval-shaped object flying at an altitude of approx 5,000 ft which was traveling beneath the base of some in clouds from southwest to northeast across the sky. The weather was stormy and cloudy and as a second object flew across the sky a flash of lightning could be seen thru it. It seemed to be transparent. The objects(3) traveled very fast and seemed to just disappear within 10 seconds. The objects appeared at approximately five minute intervals. There was no odor or sound f from them. However, a trail of light about a yard long was observed. The objects rolled vertically on their edges and appeared to be spinning en end across the sky. Witnesses lost sight of the objects as neighboring houses obstructed their view. Witnesses: Mrs. Margaret Hollar Police Sergeant Shuh & his daughter CONFIDENTIA [page 187] CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | 1. | Dato 29 June 48 Incident #164b | |-|-| | 2. | Timo 2300 11:00 P. M. | | 3. | Location Uniontown, Pa. | | h. | Name of observor Sgt Chas E. Schuh & daughter | | 5. | Occupation of obgorvor Uniontown Police Dept. | | 6. | Address of observor 32 Lawton Ave., Uniontown | | 7. | Placo of observation from front porch of 38 Kensington Circle, Uniontown, | | 8. | Number of objects 1 | | | 9. Distanco of object from observer N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight 5-7 seconds | | 11. | Altitudo 6,000 ft | | 12. | Spood 100 MPH | | 13. | Direction of flight NE-sighted in west | | 14. | Tactics straight & level | | 15. | Sound none | | 16. | Sizo half of a large meat platter (1-1/2') | | 17. | Color N/S luminous | | 18. | Shapo semi-circular | | 19. Odor dotoctod N/S | 19. Odor dotoctod N/S | | 20. Apparont construction N/S | 20. Apparont construction N/S | | 21. | Exhaust trails N/S | | 22. Woathor conditions partly cloudy | 22. Woathor conditions partly cloudy | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S | | 24. | Skotchos or photographs none | | 25. | Mannor of disappearance x/S | | 26. | Romarks: (over) | [page 188] 0801. On the night of 29th June at about 11:00 P. M., witness saw an object that resembled a half of a large meat platter which appeared over the west end of the city at Oakland Ave & West Main St., Uniontown, Pa. It seemed to be at a height of about 6,000 ft and sailed in a straight line of about 8 or 900 feet in about 5 to 7 seconds. No sound was heard and the object xxxx emitted no rays. It was traveling in a northeastly direction. Witnesses: Mrs. McDonald Mrs. Hollar Sgt Schuh's daughter [page 189] 6 [page 190] "boy" # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) Doyle L. Avery Observer, Atlanta Naval Air Base, Chamblee, Ga., while on duty at the observation tower on 26 July 48 about 2100 hours sighted a blue-white light traveling southeast from the northeast It was traveling very fast and maintained a uniform altitude (undetermined) and speed. It looked like a shooting star except for the fact that it maintained the same altitude. While under observation it then appeared to gain altitude and then turned sharply to the south. The weather was clear and still. There was no sound. Shortly after sighting the light several residents of the area called and reported seeing the same thing. No flights left or arrived at the station after 1910 hours on 26 July 8. [page 191] [ ] 165 supporting evidence for Incidence #144 as signed a number in error 104h [page 192] RESTRICTED CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | 1. | Date 30 Aug 48 Incident #166 | |-|-| | 2. | Time 20,000 hours or 8:00 P. M. | | 3. Location Los Angeles, Calif. | 3. Location Los Angeles, Calif. | | 4. Namo of observor S/Sgt Leroy H. Estes | 4. Namo of observor S/Sgt Leroy H. Estes | | 5. | Occupation of obsorvor S/Sgt | | 6. | Address of observor S1301 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles | | 7. | Placo of observation 1301 W. Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, Calif... | | 8. | Numbor of objects 1 | | 9. | Distanco of object from observor N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight N/S | | 11. | Altitudo estimated to be well over 20,000 ft. | | 12. | Spood thought to be well over 700 MPH | | 13. Direction of flight Went to st | 13. Direction of flight Went to st | | 14. Tactics none - flew level course | 14. Tactics none - flew level course | | 15. | Sound No sound | | 16. | Sizo Larger than B-29 | | 17. | Color silver | | 18. | Shapo V-2 rocket | | 19. | Odor dotectod N/S | | 20. | Apparent construction rocket like | | 21. | Exhaust trails blue exhaust trail | | 22. | Woathor conditions Clea | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S | | 24. | Skotches or photographs None | | 25. | Manner of disappearance N/S | | 26. | Romarks: (over) | [page 193] 3011 Object resembled the fuselage of a V-2 rocket - but much larger. S/Sgt Estes stated that it was much larger than a B-29 and silver in color and that it completely filled the lens of a 10 B-80 field glass which was taken from a German 88 mm artillery piece. Each lens was 8" in diameter. Speed estimated to be well over 700 MPH. and object/was traveling at an altitude of well over 20,000 ft. No sound was heard Left a blue exhaust trail. Object traveling from west to east. Only one object sighted. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS 1. Date 6 May 1948 2. Time 0905 GCT Incident # 167 3. Location 19° 08' N-164° 05' E between Kwajalein Island, Marshall Islands and Hickam Field., 4. Name of observor Capt Floyd Barnes Pilot USAF 5. Occupation of observor 6. Address of observor Pacific Division, Milit Air Trans Service 7. Placo of observation. Ahead & above his plane 8. Number of objects 1 9. Distanco of object from observer 4 to 5 miles 10. Timo in sight split second 11. Altitudo 10,000 ft 12. Spood N/S 13. Direction of flight N/S 14. Tactics exploded like a shall 15. Sound N/S 16. Size N/S 17. Color white 18. Shapo ball 19. Odor dotected N/S 20. Apparent construction Nx "fire" 21. Exhaust trails None 22. Woathor conditions 5/10 cloud coverage 23. Effect on clouds N/S 24. Sketches or photographs none 25. Manner of disappearance exploded 26. Romarks: (over) [page 195] A large white ball of fire was observed some four to five miles directly ahead of and slightly above the aircraft. It was observed for only a split second and was comparable to the explosion of a shell There were no streamers or "tails" observed such as usually related to a meteor or a distress signal. As the aircraft approached the approximate position where the ball of fire was observed a single white light was seen on the water surface. However, this disappeared within a few seconds after sighting because of the existing cloud coverage. More lights were immediately observed on the water surface some 10 miles north of the plane's course. It is the opinion of the witness (Bapt Barnes) that these were from a surface vessel. Some 10 minutes elapsed after these lights were observed on the water surface when an aircraft was sighted flying a reciprocal course (240°) at about 1000 ft below the observers's aircraft and slightly to the right of the course. Capt Barnes made mumerous attempts to contact this aircraft on Channel "B" and "C", "VHF" but acknowledgment of his transmission was never received. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 169 Incident # 169 1. Date: 29 Aug 48 2. Time: 0530 3. Location: Maplewood, Ohio 4. Name of observer: Mr. Faby Niswonger 5. Occupation of observer: farmer 6. Address of observer: RD #1, Maplewood, Ohio Phone: Jackson Central 8-OF42 7. Place of observation: Maplewood, Ohio 8. Number of objects: 1 9. Distance of object from observer: N/S 10. Time in sight: N/S 11. Altitude: N/S 12. Speed: N/S 13. Direction of flight: N/S 14. Tactics: Arose from behind woods - seemed to unravel a silver substance that floated earthward 15. Sound: N/S 16. Size: large 17. Color: silver 18. Shape: sphere 19. Odor detected: N/S 20. Apparent construction: N/S 21. Exhaust trails: - silver substance (? 22. Weather conditions: N/S 23. Effect on clouds: N/S 24. Sketches or photographs: None 25. Manner of disappearance: Disintegrated in mid-air 26. Remarks: (over) 113 [page 198] Witness observed a large silver-colored sphere which seemed to arive from behind his woods and continued to float across his farm. While in flight it seemed to unravel a silver substance which floated earthward. While under observation it disintegrated in mid-air. NOTE: Witness seemed very conscientious and sincere while relating this incident. Subject arose while witness was talking to a man from this Command (MCIAXP) when an airplane chanced to fly overhead. # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) ## Incident: 170 (cont.) CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS # CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) ## Incident: 170 (cont.) | 1. | Dato 3 Aug 48 Incidont 171 | |-|-| | 2. | Time Sunset | | | 3.. Location Moscow, USSR | | 4. Name of observer N/S - American Newspaper Reporter | 4. Name of observer N/S - American Newspaper Reporter | | 5. | Occupation of observer Newspaper reporter | | 6. | Address of observor N/S | | 7. | Placo of observation About 25 kilometers (19 to 20 miles) NW of<br />Moscow | | 8. | Number of objects 1 | | 9. | Distance of object from observer N/S | | 10. | Timo in sight N/S | | 11. | Altitude Very high | | 12. | Spood high but not excessive | | 13. | Direction of flight Southwest-Northeast direction | | 14. | Tactics N/S | | 15. | Sound No sound | | 16. | Size N/S | | 17. | Color N/S - shone brightly | | 18. | Shapo long narrow | | 19. | Odor dotected N/S | | 20. | Apparent construction Apparently metallic since it shone very brightly | | 21. | Exhaust trails N/S | | 22. Woather conditions N/S - sunny | 22. Woather conditions N/S - sunny | | 23. | Effect on clouds N/S | | 24. | Skotches or photographs None | | 25. | Manner of disappearance N/S | | 26. | Remarks: (over) | [page 202] About Sunset on 3 Aug 48, about 25 kilometers (20 miles) northwest of Moscow an experienced American newspaper reporter saw an unidentified object at very high altitude. It was long and narrow and proceeded at a high but not excessive speed in a generally south-west-northeast direction. It shone very brightly probably from reflected sunlight. No wings could be seen and no sound was heard. It looked like a rigid airship and was so identified by a Russian acquaintance who saw it at the same time. However, the reporter, in spite of the appearance of the object was of the opinion that it was not a rigid airship due principally to its high speed. He had no theory to offer NA COMMENT: This object might have been anything. Its speed seems insufficient for a guided missile, but it could have been either a jet or conventional airplane as unusual light con- ditions and fore-shortening frequently give aircraft a freakish appearance. The possibility that it was a dirigible abould not be excluded. Reference "A" should not be excluded. REFERENCE "A": The upper winds in Russia are not published but it was noted that on the following morning there were high sur- face winds with storm predictions. 1150 [page 203] # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 172 # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | Incident # 172<br />1. Date of Incident 1 Oct 1948 | Incident # 172<br />1. Date of Incident 1 Oct 1948 | |-|-| | 2. | Time of Incident 2100 hrs | | 3. | Place of observation Fargo, N. Dakota from plane over Fargo and vicinity | | 4. | Name of observer George F. Gorman | | 5. | Occupation of observer Mgr Constr Co. (Pilot of F-51 in Air Natl Guard.) | | 6. | Address of observer 18 Fed Hous Proj Fargo N. Dakota | | 7. | Number of objects observed f ky 1 | | 8. | Distance of object from observer 1000 yds | | 9. | Time in sight 27 mimates | | 10. | Altitude 1000 to 1400 ft. | | 11. | Speed much fester than F-51 | | 12. | Direction of flight various | | 13. | Tactics Several left turns, one right turn, diving and climbing | | 14. | Lights clear white light | | 15. | Sound none noted | | 16. | Sizo at ad closest observation 6 to 8 inches | | 17. | Color clear white | | 18. | Shapo round at all times | | 19. | Odor detectod none | | 20. | Apparent construction none noted | | 21 | Exhaust trails none seen | | 22. | Weather conditions CAVU | | 23. | Effect on clouds none | | 24 | Sketches or photographs none | | 25. | Manner of disappearance in steep climb | | 26. 2 Remarks: Nothern lights were visible in the NE quadrant | 26. 2 Remarks: Nothern lights were visible in the NE quadrant | [page 204] 115 One object was observed over a period of 27 minutes. It consisted of a small round ball of clear white light with no physical form or shape attached. It was about 6 to 8 inches in diameter. At times this light traveled faster than the F-51 and performed maneuvers in both evasive and aggressive manner. When first sighted the object was traveling at about 250 MPH at 1,000 ft altitude. Under this condition the light was not continuous but blinked off and on. At higher performance the white light was continuous. Possibilities of other aircraft, meteorological balloon releases, Canadian Vampire Jets having been in imediate vicinity have been discredited. Geiger check now being performed on F-51 aircraft for comparison survey with unaffected aircraft. Technical studies have been initiated. The closest Gorman ever got to the object was in a head-on pass at which time the object passed over him at less than 500 feet. It then appeared to him to be from 6 to 8 inches in diameter. It was white with no apparent glare and a clear cut edge. It apparently had depth. It did not seem an exact ball but appeared "flat" # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) Realizing that the speed of the object was too much for him Gorman attempted to cut it off in turns. At this time his fighter cub was under full power. His speed varying from 300 -400 MPH. The object circled to the left, he cut back to the right for a head-on pass. The pass was made at 5,000 ft, the object approaching head-on until a collision seemed inevitable. It then veered and passed 500 feet or less over the top of him. He chandelled around still without the object in sight. The object then made a 180° turn and initiated a pass at Gorman. This time Gorman watched it approach all the way and as it started to pull up he pulled up attempting to ram. The The object went straight up with him following to 14,000 ft. Gorman stalled out at 14,000 ft with the object 2000 ft above him circling to the left. They then made two circles. The object then pulled away and made another head-on pass, but did not complete it, breaking off at quite some distance from Gorman and headed over Hector Airport at around 11,000 ft. Gorman gave chase circling to the left trying to.cut it off until he was some 25 miles SE of Fargo. He was then at 14,000 ft, the object at 11,000 ft. Again giving his engine full power he tried to catch it in a diving turn. The thing turned around and made another head-on pass. This time when it pulled up he pulled up also but it out climbed him, traveling straight up until lost from view. Gorman then returned to the field and landed. [page 205] # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident #172A # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | 1. | Date of Incident 1 Oct 48 | |-|-| | 2. | Time of Incident 2100 hrs | | 3. Place of observation Fargo N. Dakota Airport - Control | 3. Place of observation Fargo N. Dakota Airport - Control | | 4. | Name of observer L. D. Jensen | | 5. | Occupation of observer Airport traffic controller | | 6. | Address of observer 1423 6th Ave Fargo . N. Dakota | | 7. | Number of objects observed 1 | | 8. | Distance of object from observer 1/2 mile | | 9. | Time in sight several seconds | | 10. | Altitude 4,000 to 5,000 ft | | 11. | Speed extremely fast | | 12. | Direction of flight W. S. W. | | 13. | Tactics horizontal flight | | 14. | Lights clear white light | | 15. | Sound none noted | | 16. | Size tail lamp of an airplane | | 17. | Color clear white | | 18. | Shapo round | | 19. | Odor detected none noted | | 20. Apparent construction none noted "light" | 20. Apparent construction none noted "light" | | 21 Exhaust trails none noted | 21 Exhaust trails none noted | | 22. | Weather conditions CAVU | | 23. | Effect on clouds none | | 24. | Skotches or photographs none | | 25. | Manner of disappearance straight out | | 26. | Remarks: (over) | # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) Mr. Jensen was on duty xixe during the time Lt Gorman sighted the light over Fargo. There was not much traffic during the evening hours on that day. With the exception of the F-51 Gorman was flying there was no other plane from Fargo Air Field in the air. at 2050 hours he was advised that a plane from privately-owned field south of Fargo that Dr. Cannon had taken off in a Piper Cub and had asked permission to land at Fargo Air Field. At 2100 hours Lt Gorman called the tower asking if any other aircraft were in the air. He was given the position of the Piper Cub. Approximately 5 minutes later Gorman called again and stated that there was another aircraft in the air in approximately the same altitude as the Cub, but he stated that it could not be the Cub in view of its speed. He was advised that no other aircraft was in the air from Fargo and none other had signaled from other air fields. Lt Gorman advised then that he was going to follow the other aircraft. Mr. Jensen then stepped to the south window of the tower and saw the object approximately 1,000 ft from the tower in a northwestern direction passing very fast over the field. Taking a pair of binoculars he observed the object as it passed over the field. He was, however, unable to distinguish any shape or form other than what appeared to be the tai Hight of a very fast-moving craft. He did now, however, see the maneuvers carried on by the object nor the F-51 of Lt Gorman. He saw the object only once and then only as it passed in a straight line over the field. [page 207] # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident # 172 b # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | 1. | Date of | Incident 1 Oct 1948 | |-|-|-| | 2. | Time of | Incident 2100 hrs | | 3. Place of observation Fargo, N. Dakota Airport - Control tower Fargo, N. D Arpt. | 3. Place of observation Fargo, N. Dakota Airport - Control tower Fargo, N. D Arpt. | 3. Place of observation Fargo, N. Dakota Airport - Control tower Fargo, N. D Arpt. | | 4. | Name of | observer Manuel E. Johnson | | 5. | Occupation | of observer Assistant Air-port Traffic controller | | 6. | Address | of observer 1422 Broadway, Fargo, N.D. | | 7. Number of objects observed 1 | 7. Number of objects observed 1 | 7. Number of objects observed 1 | | 8. | Distance | of object from observer 1 to 2 miles | | 9. | Time in | sight several seconds | | 10. | Altitude | 2000 to 2500 ft | | 11. | Speed | extremely fast | | 12. | Direction | of flight NNW | | 13. | Tactics | one turn | | 14. | Lights | clear white light | | 15. | Sound | none | | 16. | Sizo | of a lamp | | 17. | Color | clear white | | 18. | Shapo | round | | 19. | Odor | detected none noted | | 20. | Apparent | construction none noted | | 21 | Exhaust | trails none noted | | 22. | Weather | conditions CAVU | | 23. | Effect on | clouds none | | 24. | Skotches | or photographs none | | 25. | Manner | of disappearance straight line | [page 208] # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS Incident #172c # CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS (cont.) | 1. | Date of Incident 1 Oct 1948 | |-|-| | | 2. Time of Incident 2100 hrs | | 3. Place of observation Fargo, N. Dakota - from ax Fargo control tower | 3. Place of observation Fargo, N. Dakota - from ax Fargo control tower | | 4. | Name of observer Dr. Cannon | | | 5. Occupation of observer Occulist (amateur pilot with 2 yrs flying experience) | | 6. | Address of observer Goodmans Jewelers, Fargo, N. Dakota | | 7. | Number of objects observed 1. | | 8. | Distance of object from observer 1 mile | | | 9. Time in sight at intervals for seconds only | | 10. | Altitude 5000 to 6000 ft | | 11. | Speed very fast | | 12. | Direction of flight NNW SE and W | | 13. | Tactics straight line | | 14. | Lights clear white light | | 15. | Sound none | | 16. | Sizo tail light of plane | | 17. | Color clear white | | 18. | Shapo round | | 19. | Odor detected none | | 20. | Apparent construction none noted | | 21 | Exhaust trails none seen | | 22. | Weather conditions CAVU | | 23. | Effect on clouds none | | 24. | Sketches or photographs none- | | 25. | Manner of disappearance straight line | [page 209] On entering he overheard the running commentary between "t Gorman & Mr. Jensen. He stepped on the balcony and watched the maneuvers of the F-51 from the southeast corner of the tower. He saw the object twice. It was headed in a westerly direction, returning shortly, and then going into a steep bank, then disappearing in a northwestern by north direction Noticed no sound from the object at any time, no odor and no exhaust streaks in the sky. SECRE 518380 [page 210] RECEIVED FEB 23 1950 OP-323M5 SECRET 5-18386
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The image contains a label with text written vertically. The visible text reads "CUMULARY LISTS". There is also some blue writing above it, which appears to be a symbol or annotation.
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RESTRICTED
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The image displays the word "RESTRICTED" stamped across it, with two black circular stamps obscuring parts of the text. The text is in a distressed, stencil-like font.
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RESTRICTED
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The image contains the word "SECRET" stamped in capital letters. A thin black line is drawn diagonally across the word, intersecting it. To the left of the word, a black circle is visible. To the right of the word, there are two circles, one white and one black. To the far right, the characters "T 22/6" are handwritten.
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The image contains the text "M.E. STRICT", with two black circular ink blots obscuring parts of the text.
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The image shows the word "CONFIDENTIAL" with two black circles obscuring parts of the word. A black line also runs horizontally through the word. The surrounding text indicates this is a "CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS".
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The image contains the word "CONFIDENTIAL" stamped across it, with a black horizontal line and a black circle obscuring parts of the letters.
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This image is a diagram illustrating a setup involving a "BALL OR A CANISTER" and a "DARK CABLE". The setup includes a curved element labeled "SILVER" which is 8 feet wide. A dark cable extends from the curved element and connects to the "BALL OR A CANISTER", which is placed on a rectangular object. A dimension "5" is indicated along the dark cable. Both the curved element and the top surface of the rectangular object are labeled as "SILVER".
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The image displays the word "CONFIDENTIAL" stamped across it. Below this, "EXHIBIT I" is visible, also stamped. There are some ink blots on the left side of the image.
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This image contains the word "RESTRICTED" stamped across it, with a black ink blot obscuring part of the word. The surrounding text indicates this is a "CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS."
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The image contains the word "RESTRICTED" stamped in faded, distressed lettering. There is a prominent black circular ink blot obscuring part of the word.
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The image contains the word "CONFIDENTIAL" watermarked across it. There are two black circles connected by a thin black line. The circles obscure parts of the word.
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The image displays the word "RESTRICTED" stamped on a document. Two black ink blotches obscure parts of the word.
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THE B. F. GOODRICH COMPANY
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The image contains faint, handwritten text or symbols scattered across a light-colored background. Two prominent black circles are also present. The text and symbols are too indistinct to decipher any meaningful information or form a chart.
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The image contains faint text that appears to be handwritten or typed on aged paper. The visible words are "Probubly true". There are also several black circular shapes, possibly ink blots or markings, obscuring parts of the text. The overall impression is of a fragmented and aged document.
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DISTRICT 50 Evaluation 1-3
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The image contains the word "RESTRICTED" stamped across it in a distressed font. There are black circular marks obscuring parts of the letters. The surrounding text indicates this is related to a "CHECK-LIST UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS".
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The image displays the word "RESTRICTED" stamped across it. There are several ink blots obscuring parts of the text. The text "CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS" is also present.
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The image displays two diagrams. The top diagram shows an oval shape labeled "BJ CONFIGURATION" with a dimension of "100 FT". The bottom diagram is labeled "FORMATION PATTERN" and shows a grid of twelve oval shapes arranged in four rows and three columns, with slight diagonal offset between rows.
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IDENT
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The image contains the word "SECRET" stamped or printed on a light-colored background, with a black line drawn horizontally through the word. A black circle is present to the left of the word.
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The image contains the word "RESTRICTED" stamped across it, with several circular ink blots obscuring parts of the text. The title "CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS" appears above the stamped word.
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The image shows the word "CONFIDENTIAL" stamped across it, with some ink blots obscuring parts of the text. Three circular holes are also visible, suggesting the document was once part of a binder.
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The image contains the word "CONFIDENTIAL" stamped across it, partially obscured by a black ink blot and a horizontal line.
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The image contains text overlaid on a light-colored background. The prominent text appears to be "CONFIDENTIAL," with a black dot obscuring part of the word. A thin black line runs diagonally across the image, intersecting the text. The text itself is faded and appears to be a stamp or watermark.
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The image is a drawing of a futuristic vehicle, possibly a rocket or spaceship, with a skeletal structure. There are also some faint lines and shapes in the background. Text at the bottom of the image appears to read "HENRY".
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The image shows the word "CONFIDENTIAL" stamped on a document. Several black ink blots obscure parts of the word and a horizontal line is drawn through it. The title "CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS" is also present.
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This appears to be a blueprint or sketch for a structure or vehicle labeled "HENRY G. HOTEL." **Key Information:** * **Object:** Resembles a long, somewhat cylindrical shape with a rounded front. * **Windows/Openings:** Labeled "LARGE WINDOWS OR OPENINGS." Some appear "LIGHTED." * **Dimensions:** "100 LENGTH." * **Features:** "ORANGE & RED FLAME 40' LONG" is noted near the rear. "No FINS" is indicated. * **Front View:** An "ESTIMATED FRONT VIEW" shows a "ROUND" shape with a central element. * **Signature:** "J. O. Little" is signed.
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The image is not a chart. It depicts a line with several circular objects, some black and some white, positioned above and below the line. The background appears to be text, possibly from a document.
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The image is not a chart. It depicts a line with several circular objects, some black and some white, positioned above and below the line. The background appears to be text, possibly from a document. Key entities: * Line * Black circular objects * White circular objects * Text background
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The image contains a horizontal line with two black dots, one on the left and one on the right. The background is a light, textured color, possibly aged paper. There are some faint, illegible marks and smudges above and below the line, suggesting it might be a fragment of a larger document or diagram.
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On the morning of July 28th, around 0400, Mrs. Rose Henry observed an object the size of a basketball emitting an intense yellow light from her northeast-facing bedroom window. The object was visible for approximately five minutes before fading. It then reappeared and remained visible for about fifteen minutes before completely disappearing. No sound was associated with the object itself, although a sound resembling an airplane was heard before its appearance. There were no other witnesses.
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The image contains the word "RESTRICTED" stamped across it. There are also circular marks, some black and some light-colored, overlaying the text. The surrounding text indicates this is a "CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS".
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This image is a diagram of an object with dimensions and annotations.
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The image is a hand-drawn map indicating a "Path of Object" leading to a "Cantilever Type Bridge" over "Fall Creek." The area is surrounded by "Woods" and includes a "Clearing." A road labeled "Fall Creek Blvd" and "E 56th St" are also present. The map is signed by Russell J. Carey Jr., 1st Lt, USAF Intel Officer. A note mentions "Lady wood School (Approx 1/4 mi f/sighting)." The document is marked "CONFIDENTIAL."
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The image contains the word "CONFIDENTIAL" stamped diagonally across it, with a thick black line crossing through the middle of the text. A black circle obscures part of the word. The text is distressed, suggesting it may be a rubber stamp imprint on aged paper.
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This image is a diagram of an object with dimensions and annotations. **Key Information:** * **Dimensions:** 1-1/2' x 2' and 6' to 8' * **Object Description:** The object is irregularly shaped and contains multiple circular elements labeled as "round cups which protrude". * **Source:** /s/ Russell J. Carey, Jr., 1st Lt., USAF, Intel Officer * **Classification:** CONFIDENTIAL
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The image shows the word "RESTRICTED" stamped on a document, with some letters obscured by black circular marks. The context provided by the surrounding text suggests this is a "CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS."
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The image contains the word "CONFIDENTIAL" stamped across it. There are also some black ink splotches and a thin black line.
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RESTRICTED
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The image displays a hand-drawn checklist titled "CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS". There are four distinct, solid black circles positioned above a horizontal line, which could represent observed objects. Below the line, there are faint, hand-sketched representations of what appear to be "UFOs" or various flying craft, each with a unique design. These sketches are not clearly defined but suggest different shapes and forms.
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The image is a handwritten checklist titled "CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS." It contains a line with two solid black circles above and below it, suggesting a visual representation of data or observations. The background appears to be a faded document with faint text and markings.
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Denny Glover
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The image contains the word "CONFIDENTIAL" stamped across it, with a horizontal line running through the middle of the text. There are also two black dots and one white dot, possibly marking specific sections or areas of the document. The text "CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS" appears above the image.
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The image contains the word "CONFIDENTIAL" stamped across it, with a horizontal line running through the middle of the text. There are also two black dots and one white dot, possibly marking specific sections or areas of the document. The text "CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS" appears above the image.
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CONFIDENTIAL
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The image contains a handwritten title: "CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS". The rest of the image appears to be a horizontal line with some unreadable handwritten text above and below it, punctuated by two solid black circles. It is not a chart.
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The image contains a title "CHECK-LIST - UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS". Below the title, there is a black circle on the left and a horizontal line. Along the line, there are several blurry, indistinct shapes that could be intended to represent UFOs or other phenomena.
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A photographed or microfilmed typewritten document page on dark background, with two punch holes visible at the top and two at the bottom. A handwritten notation appears in the upper left corner. The document contains two paragraphs of typewritten text describing a witness account by Mr. Jensen regarding a UFO sighting over Fargo Air Field.