Evidence Explorer

The AARO presentation for NASA outlines the UAP mission and reporting trends from 1996 to 2023, detailing UAP characteristics, performance signatures, and recommendations for collaboration between AARO and NASA in UAP detection and analysis.

The AARO Brief outlines the mission and responsibilities of the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) within the U.S. Department of Defense, focusing on the identification and resolution of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) that pose potential threats to national security.

…IFIED The Defense Department’s UAP Mission & Civil Aviation Seán Kirkpatrick, Ph.D. Director 023 Page determined to be Unclassified Reviewed by Chief of Staff, AARO IAW FY24 NDAA, Section 1841 (a)(1)(C) Date: 02/06/2025 All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office Chief of Staff, AARO Authority: FY24 NDAA, now codified a

The document outlines the mission, vision, and operational framework of the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) regarding Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP). It details the types of objects reported as UAP, the importance of reporting, and the procedures for U.S. Government personnel and civilians to report sightings.

The document presents an analysis of a metallic specimen claimed to be recovered from a UAP crash in 1947. The analysis, conducted by Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), indicates that the specimen is of terrestrial origin and does not possess the properties necessary to function as a terahertz waveguide.

…tion Office Supplement to Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s Analysis of a Metallic Specimen July 2024 Overview In 2022, The All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) contracted with Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to conduct materials testing on a magnesium (Mg) alloy specimen. This specimen has been publicly alleged to be a component recovered from a c…

The document is a supplement to the analysis of a metallic specimen allegedly recovered from an extraterrestrial vehicle. It details the findings of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) regarding the specimen's terrestrial origin and its inability to function as a terahertz waveguide.

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…

UNCLASSIFIED All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office US Department of Defense Case: .. Atmospheric Wakes" Case Resolution I 8 May 2023 (U) Key Findings (U) AARO assesses that the UAP reported in these three cases almost certainly were not exhibiting anomalous propulsion or atmospheric wakes, rather the observed effect was the result of a sensor artifact in all …

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.

The document discusses the assessment of three UAP cases by the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), concluding that the observed phenomena were likely sensor artifacts rather than anomalous propulsion or atmospheric wakes.

…NCLASSIFIED All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office US Department of Defense Case: "Southeast Asia Triangles" Case Resolution I 17 March 2023 (U) Key Findings (U) AARO assesses that the subjects of the "Southeast Asia Triangles" case from 2017 almost certainly are cone-shaped static fishing nets floating on the surface of the ocean. This conclusion is based on …

The document outlines new reporting requirements for Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) and their implications for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in relation to the Department of Defense (DOD). It emphasizes the need for clear differentiation between UAPs and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) in reporting to avoid confusion and ensure accurate data …

1 Lead Staff Members: Daryl Johnson, DSO/SOSB 1. Reason for the briefing: ☐Information Meeting ☒Decision/Alignment Meeting ☐Other ________________ 2. Subject of the briefing: Updating flyover reporting guidance for SIDs to include Unidentified Anomalous Phenomenon (UAP)and potential impacts to Enhanced Weapons Rule reporting requirements 3. Bottom Line Up Fr…

…LASSIFIED UNCLASSIFIED The US Department of Defense & the UAP Mission Seán Kirkpatrick, Ph.D. Director 030 All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office Chief of Staff, AARO Authority: FY24 NDAA, now codified at 44 U.S.C. 2107 Date: 2/6/2025 R eleased in Full: X Case Number: 330UAP000030 Page determined to be Unclassified Reviewed by Chief of Staff, AARO IAW FY24 NDA…

The 'Southeast Asia Triangles' case from 2017 was assessed by the AARO and concluded that the observed triangular objects were actually static fishing nets, not anomalous objects posing a risk to navigation.

The AARO assessed that the UAPs reported in the Western United States were likely commercial aircraft operating within established air corridors, based on extensive data analysis.

UNCLASSIFIED Al l -Domain Anomaly Resolution Office US De partment of Defense Case: "Western United S tates" Case Resolution I 8 May 2023 (U) Key Findings (U) AARO assesses that the UAPs in this case were almost certainly commercial aircraft travelling on well-established air corridors as far as 300 nautical miles from the platform, based on a thorough revie…

24-P-0402 06 All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office Chief of Staff, AARO Authority: FY24 NDAA, now codified at 44 U.S.C. 2107 Date: 2/14/2025 Released in Part: X Reason: 44 U.S.C. 2107 § 1843(a)(3) Case Number: 330UAP000006 Page determined to be Unclassified Reviewed by Chief of Staff, AARO IAW FY24 NDAA, Section 1841(a)(1)(C) Date: 2/14/2025 24-P-0402 06 Page…

…996 to 2023, highlighting characteristics, performance, and unresolved cases observed by the U.S. Department of Defense's All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO).