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AACS 350.09 Subject: Sighting of "Flying Disc" 8 January 1949 3000 feet, continually gaining altitude and then suddenly departed, still climbing on a straight course of 25 degrees magnetic. It is the opinion of the witness that the object had limited maneuverability, and that no audible sound emanated from the object. There was no exhaust trail visible. 2. The witness was much impressed by the brilliance of the whiteness of the underside of the object and stated that prior to the disappearance of the object at a distance of 40 to 50 miles from Hickam Field, the object still seemed to give off a blinking whitish reflection and, according to the witness, this blinking seemed to go on and off with decided regularity. 3. Capt. Stoney reported the presence of a C-54 type aircraft in the vicinity of Hickam Field at the time of the initial sighting of the object, and he stated that he was almost convinced that this object was released from or by this C-54 aircraft. 4. Capt. Stoney reported that, at all times and during the departure of the object, the undulation of the object was extremely rhythmical and that this rhythmical cycle was completed approximately once every second. 5. When object ultimately departed on a straight course, it appeared to increase speed and also to increase the angle of climb so that the angle of climb approximated 25 degrees. Witness stated that it was extremely difficult to approximate the rate of speed during departure due to the dis- tance involved and the intermittency of the reflection. Witness stated that it was his opinion that this object was under absolute control at all times and that definite gyrations were being executed. The turns were ex- tremely wide and decisive. 6. The opinion of Capt. Stoney on this subject is considered to be worthy of consideration as this officer is an extremely cool and level- headed person, who is not given to the making of rash statements or using poor judgment. 7. In the event that further information is desired by your headquar- ters concerning the object as reported, this headquarters will be ready to cooperate in every way possible. FOR THE COMMANDING OFFICER: /s/ George E. Murray GEORGE E. MURRAY Captain, USAF Security & Intelligence Officer