Tachikawa Ykota Air Force Base Japan reported disc saucer observation — December 19, 1957

Objects flashing on & off, 3 objects 4-5 min, 4th one left approx 30 ft. COMMENTS: The earth is now entering a period when many sightings of unidentified flying objects, widely known as flying saucers, are being made. On the left are the objects you witnessed in the sky. Place a mark showing where you last saw it. Place a line to show how high the object was above the horizon. (Kristina's Note: Here you are instructed to draw a sketch.) In the following sketch, place an "A" at the position the object was when you first saw it, and a "B" at its position when you last saw it. AIR FORCE TECHNICAL INFORMATION SHEET (SUMMARY DATE) In order that your information may be filed and coded as accurately as possible, please use the following space to write out a short description of the event that you observed. Air Force can give you as much information as possible concerning the unidentified aerial phenomenon that you have observed. Where were you when you saw the object? Estimate how long you saw the object: 1 Minutes 6.1. (Circle one of the following to indicate how certain you are of your answer to question 5): a. If you saw the object during DAYLIGHT, how was it located as you looked at the object? (Circle One): a. To the left e. The document mentions "STARS" and lists several observed objects or phenomena, including Venus, Mars, a beacon light, and an "Unknown" item. Supporting case details: Reported craft or object: Disc / Saucer; Light Formation Institutional response / aftermath: Government or official action