342_HS1-416511228_319.1 Flying Discs 1949

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MDT 000.9

Subj: Unidentified Flying Objects

c. Sea

Not applicable

4. Number of objects: One (1)

a. Formation type: No formation

5. Distance of object from observer: Twenty miles in front of aircraft.

a. Laterally or horizontally: Laterally

b. Angle of elevation from horizon: 5 degrees

c. Altitude: 10,000 - 11,000 feet

6. Time in sight: one (1) minute

7. Appearance of object:

a. Color: Red to Blue to Red

b. Shape: Resembled to parachute flare

c. Apparent construction: No opinion

d. Size: undetermined

8. Direction of flight: Appeared to be stationary

9. Tactics or maneuvers: None

10. Evidence of exhaust: None

a. Color of smoke: None

b. Length and width: None

c. Odor: Unknown

d. Rate of evaporation: Unknown

e. Does trail vary with sound: None

11. Effect on clouds: No clouds - unlimited ceiling

12. Lights: Object appeared as a brilliant flare in the sky.

DEC 13 1961 14:08

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DECEMBER 13, 1961