Military Sightings

Research Investigation

The 2004 Nimitz "Tic Tac" Encounter: What the Record Shows

A case file on the 2004 USS Nimitz Tic Tac encounter separating what the Navy confirmed, what pilots testified under oath, and which radar and sensor records have never been released.

UAP Radar Sep 13, 2026, 5:00 AM

Research Explainer

What Most UAP Sightings Turn Out to Be, According to AARO's Data

What AARO's resolved UAP cases show about balloons, drones, birds, Starlink satellites, and parallax, with a practical checklist for checking a sighting before reporting it.

UAP Radar Sep 13, 2026, 5:00 AM

Research Explainer

PURSUE UAP Files: A Guide to Every Pentagon Release So Far

A release-by-release guide to the Pentagon's PURSUE UAP files: dates, file counts, notable cases, and what the unresolved label does and does not mean.

UAP Radar Sep 13, 2026, 5:00 AM

Mainstream News Government Release

Pentagon Releases 40 Files: Reports Detail Unidentified Objects Described as 'Unlike Anything Seen'

The Pentagon released a new batch of 40 files, including documents and videos from multiple agencies (NASA, CIA, FBI). The material contains firsthand accounts from military personnel detailing encounters with unidentified objects exhibiting unusual flight characteristics.

AOL.com Jul 10, 2026, 7:20 AM

Mainstream News Military

FOIA Records Detail Active Advisory Roles for General McCasland Before His Albuquerque Disappearance

Newly released police records reveal that retired Maj. Gen. William Neil McCasland, an officer whose career involved sensitive Pentagon programs, maintained active advisory ties to multiple classified defense groups shortly before his disappearance.

Türkiye Today Jun 25, 2026, 9:32 AM

Research Military

F-15 Pilot Reports Observing Coordinated Drone Formation Over Iranian Airspace

A U.S. F-15 pilot reported witnessing an unusual, coordinated formation of drones over Iran, sparking debate about advanced networked drone warfare capabilities.

Yahoo Jun 23, 2026, 9:21 AM

Mainstream News Government Release

New Declassified Records Detail Reported 'Potato-Shaped' Objects and Glowing Orbs

A third batch of declassified records reveals multiple unexplained sightings, including reports of potato-shaped objects in Colorado Springs and glowing orbs observed by federal agents.

Interesting Engineering Jun 12, 2026, 4:05 PM

Mainstream News Government Release

Analysis of 2020 Florida Video Suggests Object Performance Beyond Known Limits

A Beijing-based researcher analyzed footage captured by a US military infrared sensor over Florida in 2020, suggesting the object's performance metrics may exceed current aerospace capabilities. The analysis also highlighted significant gaps in publicly released technical data.

Interesting Engineering May 31, 2026, 8:30 AM

Official Government Release

USEUCOM Transfers 2021 Infrared Sensor Data to AARO for Technical Review

The United States European Command (USEUCOM) has formally submitted an official record containing two minutes and eight seconds of infrared video footage from 2021. This material, documented under PR-011, depicts a specific area of contrast now undergoing technical analysis by the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO).

DVIDS May 31, 2026, 4:17 AM

Research Explainer

Are UAPs Real? Why the Evidence Points to a Real Phenomenon

A UAP Radar explainer reviewing official records, military sightings, pilot testimony, NASA context, and why unidentified observations should be treated as real reports without jumping to unsupported conclusions.

UAP Radar May 26, 2026, 5:00 AM

Official Government Release

War.gov Releases Second Tranche of Records Under PURSUE Initiative; Documents Remain Labeled 'Unresolved'

The War.gov announced a second batch of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) records on May 22, 2026. This release is part of an unprecedented, multi-agency effort to declassify historical government files.

U.S. Department of War May 22, 2026, 1:30 PM

Official Government Release

AARO Assessment Links 2020 Infrared Video to Central Command Military Sensor

Following a request for records from the U.S. House of Representatives, the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) provided an assessment linking the infrared video DOW-UAP-PR089 to a military sensor operating in the Central Command area.

DVIDS May 22, 2026, 12:00 AM

Speculative Military

Commentary Details Allegations of Classified Programs Managing Non-Human Material

Investigative commentary suggests that U.S. military operations may be managing highly sensitive, non-human material through private contractors and classified programs, sparking renewed debate over government transparency.

International Business Times UK May 18, 2026, 12:41 AM

Research Military

New FAA Proposal Could Restrict Drone Flights Near Critical Infrastructure Sites

The Federal Aviation Administration proposed a new rule allowing critical facilities—including energy and healthcare sites—to request specific restrictions on drone flights. Public comments are open through July 5, 2026.

The Presidential Prayer Team May 17, 2026, 1:30 AM

Speculative Explainer

Former US Navy Officer Interprets Classified Data on Advanced Unidentified Aerial Phenomena

Retired Rear Admiral Timothy Gallaudet suggests classified data reviewed by him points to unidentified aerial phenomena being controlled by a non-human intelligence.

News18 May 16, 2026, 5:55 AM

Research Military

AFOSI Issues Warning: Unauthorized Drone Flights Near Military Bases Face Serious Investigation

The Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI) has issued a notice warning that operating drones near military installations will be treated as serious violations, urging operators to use official FAA tools and report suspicious activity.

Unmanned airspace May 13, 2026, 2:20 AM

Mainstream News Government Release

Declassified 1948 Records Detail Military Investigations Into Alleged Falling Objects Near Bakersfield

Newly released War.gov and U.S. Air Force files offer a rare look at how military intelligence documented multiple reports of unidentified aerial phenomena over Kern County, California, in March 1948.

KMPH May 11, 2026, 12:45 PM

Official Government Release

Understanding DVIDS: How Global Military Archives Shape Public Access to Defense Media

DVIDS provides a centralized platform for news, images, audio, and video from global military operations. This article examines the scope of this official government release.

DVIDS May 8, 2026, 8:23 PM

Official Government Release

U.S. Central Command Releases Technical Report on Light Anomaly Observed During Syrian Operations

Documentation submitted to AARO details an unidentified light event captured by a U.S. military platform in Syria during October 2024, focusing heavily on technical measurements and observation limits.

DVIDS May 8, 2026, 11:48 AM

Official Government Release

Reviewing Official Records: How Military Systems Document Unidentified Aerial Phenomena

An examination of a formal submission from U.S. Central Command details the process of reporting an unidentified anomalous phenomenon (UAP) observed over the United Arab Emirates in 2022, offering insight into military documentation standards for unconfirmed sightings.

DVIDS May 8, 2026, 9:18 AM

Official Government Release

Analyzing Raw Sensor Data: DOW-UAP-PR40 Infrared Footage from a 2020 Middle East Report

A newly released video through DVIDS details a report submitted by the United States Central Command to the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO). The material consists of one minute and thirteen seconds of raw infrared footage captured aboard a U.S. military platform in 2020.

DVIDS May 8, 2026, 5:47 AM

Mainstream News Government Release

Congresswoman Luna Promises Materials of 'Nonhuman Origin' Amid DOD UAP Release Delays

Representative Anna Paulina Luna plans a press conference to reveal materials she describes as being of 'nonhuman origin,' following missed deadlines for official Department of Defense UAP footage releases.

Newsweek Apr 29, 2026, 12:00 AM

Mainstream News Military

Pilot Reports Stationary Silver Cylinder Near Jet Over Rhode Island; ATC Exchange Includes 'Good Luck with the Aliens'

A private jet pilot flying over Rhode Island reported encountering a small, stationary silver cylinder near his wing. The sighting was documented in video and led to an unusual radio exchange with Air Traffic Control (ATC).

Fox News Dec 22, 2025, 12:00 AM

Mainstream News Government Release

FY26 NDAA Provisions Mandate Congressional Oversight of NORAD and Northcom UAP Intercept Data Since 2004

The conferenced fiscal 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes provisions requiring the Department of Defense to provide Congress with detailed historical data and operational briefings concerning unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) intercepts. This mandate significantly expands oversight into records maintained by integrated military commands like NORAD and U.S. Northern Command (Northcom).

DefenseScoop Dec 10, 2025, 12:00 AM