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237UAP00606

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This document reports on unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) activity over Washington, DC, on February 4, 2024. It details the observation of three lights flying at flight level 300, which were not detected on air traffic control radar.
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595507

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
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2023 UAP Mission Backgrounder Paper

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The 2023 UAP Mission Backgrounder Paper outlines the mission and organizational structure of the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) within the U.S. Department of Defense. It emphasizes the importance of a coordinated approach to address unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) and their implications for national security.
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40027753-001-0021

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This document lists various non-military publications related to astronomy, weather phenomena, and UFOs, providing resources for further reading on these topics.
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Parallax Paper PDF

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The document discusses the effects of forced perspective and parallax on UAP observations, explaining how these optical phenomena can lead to misinterpretations of size and speed in reports. It emphasizes the importance of understanding these effects for accurate UAP analysis.
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733667-001-008-0012

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This document appears to be a transcript of a conversation regarding the observation of unidentified aerial phenomena, specifically discussing the size and characteristics of small ships and lights associated with a mothership.
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Physical Constraints Paper

Scientific Study Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The Physical Constraints Paper discusses the physical limitations and characteristics of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) based on known physics. It explores how UAP interactions with the atmosphere could produce observable signatures, such as optical fireballs and ionization trails, and examines the implications for detecting and interpreting UAP data.
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733667-001-008-0015

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The document discusses a conversation regarding the observation of a UAP by pilots, focusing on the lack of turbulence experienced despite the proximity to a large object, which suggests advanced aerodynamic capabilities.
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Open Hearing Slides

Congressional Testimony Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The document presents findings from the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) regarding unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) observed between January 1996 and October 2024, including specific case analyses and reporting trends.
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733667-001-009-0003

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This document appears to be a transcript of a conversation regarding an unidentified aerial phenomenon, focusing on the observation of lights in the sky during a clear night. The dialogue suggests a discussion about how the lights were detected and the crew's observations during flight.
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Puerto Rico UAP CR

Military Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The document details the assessment of a UAP incident in Puerto Rico on April 26, 2013, involving two objects captured by an infrared sensor. The All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) concluded that the objects were likely sky lanterns and did not exhibit anomalous behavior.
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733667-001-011-0022

Radar Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The document discusses a radar observation of an unidentified target, detailing the characteristics of the radar return signal and the timing of the sighting.
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733667-001-011-0030

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The document contains a conversation between individuals discussing the observation of an unidentified flying object (UFO) described as a 'mothership.' The discussion highlights the lack of turbulence experienced despite the proximity to the object, suggesting its aerodynamic properties. The individuals speculate on the object's positioning to avoid detectio…
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Military Report Confidential Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a compilation of reports and findings from Project Blue Book, detailing the status of unidentified flying object (UFO) sightings and investigations conducted by the U.S. Air Force during the early 1950s. It includes statistical analyses, evaluations of reported sightings, and insights from professional astronomers regarding the nature of the…
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733667-001-011-0091

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… and surveillance record related to an incident involving a B-747 aircraft. The report details a call received from the aircraft's captain regarding an unusual observation during flight.
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015 2023 UAP Mission Backgrounder Paper

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
UNCLASSIFIED ALL‐DOMAI N ANOMALY RESOLUTION OFFICE BACKGROUNDER UNCLASSIFIED References: (a) James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act of 2023 (b) Message: Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Reporting and Material‐Disposition General Administration (Joint Staff, 191452ZMAY23) (c) Memorandum: Defense Department Response to Tiger Team Information Reques…
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733667-001-024-0002

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details an incident involving Japan Airlines Flight 1628, which encountered an unidentified aerial phenomenon while flying over Alaska. The flight crew reported seeing a large object with multiple lights and erratic movement, which was tracked by air traffic control.
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016 Parallax Paper

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) An AARO Information Paper Effect of Forced Perspective and Parallax View on UAP Observations May 2024 Introduction While no single explanation or method of analysis can account for all unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) cases received by the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), the effects of forced per…
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733667-001-029-0012

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a personnel statement from Russell Nelson, an Air Traffic Control Specialist at the Anchorage ARTCC, detailing his observations of Japan Airlines Flight 628 on January 11, 1987. The report notes that there were no comments regarding UFOs during the observation period.