Unidentified Aerial Object Observed in Clarksburg, West Virginia in 1966

Summary

In September 1966, multiple observers in Clarksburg, West Virginia, reported an object in the western sky that remained visible for over an hour. The object was described as spinning like a top and flashing lights, with movements similar to a helicopter—rising and falling erratically. At times, it would completely disappear and reappear in a different location. Although initially considered to be Arcturus, a bright star, the object's behavior and motion suggested it was not a typical astronomical phenomenon.

The report, part of Project 10073, included photographs and astronomical data, but no conclusive physical evidence was found. The U.S. Air Force requested additional information from the witness, as the initial data was insufficient for a definitive evaluation. This case exemplifies how UFO reports often challenge conventional classification and require more in-depth investigation.