Condon visits NPIC for UFO research

Summary

In February 1967, Dr. Edward Condon, leading the University of Colorado's UFO study, visited the National Photographic Interpretation Center (NPIC) to assess its technical capabilities. The mission was clear: NPIC would not issue opinions or prepare reports, only offer technical support in photogrammetric analysis. General Edward Gillers and Dr. Thomas Rachford represented the military, while Condon and his team sought tools to analyze UFO images.

During the visit, demonstrations on photogrammetry, microdensitometers, and specialized instruments were presented. The conversation with director Lundahl was key: it was established that any technical help from NPIC would not be attributed to the CIA, and the work had to remain strictly technical. The meeting concluded with lunch and a meeting with General Gillers at the Pentagon. The day's focus was academic and professional, with no classified information disclosed.