UFO sighted in Bethpage New York in 1966

Summary

In August 1966, a civilian in Bethpage, New York, observed an object slowly moving across the sky. The report states that the object was seen for 10 minutes, described as star-like, but with a slow west-to-east motion. Binoculars were used but did not provide additional details. Investigators concluded the object was likely a satellite, as its behavior matched known descriptions of such objects.

The report, classified under Project 10073, includes data such as the exact time of the sighting (0310Z on August 1, 1966), the precise location, and an estimated altitude of the object. Although no photos were taken and no physical evidence was found, the report was processed by several U.S. Air Force units. The witness, a housewife, described the sky as clear and did not report any other anomalies.