342_HS1-416511228_319.1 Flying Discs 1949

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CONFIDENTIAL

MDT 000.92

22 Sep 49

Subj: Unidentified Flying Objects

(3) Clock position of object from observer's aircraft:

Four o'clock, approximately thirty miles to the right and to the rear

(4) Latitude and longitude: 43°40"N 74°55"W

c. Sea

Not applicable

4. Number of objects: One

a. Formation type: Not applicable

5. Distance of object from observer: Thirty miles

a. Laterally or horizontally: Horizontally

b. Angle of elevation from horizon: Level plane

c. Altitude: 20,000 feet letting down slowly until it disappeared into the overcast at 7,000 feet

6. Time in sight: Not stated

7. Appearance of object:

a. Color: Silvery or aluminum

b. Shape: Cylindrical

c. Apparent construction: No opinion

d. Size: Undetermined due to distance and speed

8. Direction of flight: 250 degrees

9. Tactics or maneuvers: Slow descent into overcast

10. Evidence of exhaust: Yes (flame)

a. Color of smoke: Orange and white flame

b. Length and width: More than twice the length of the object

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