2023
🔥 #1
F-16C Engages UAP Over Lake Huron
In February 2023, a U.S. military F-16C tracked and engaged an anomalous object over Lake Huron, capturing thermal footage of the kinetic interaction.
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🏛️ DoD / AAROMilitary Agencies & Commands149 Declassified Records
Department of Defense & AARO Disclosures
Official authenticated recordings and multi-sensor records released through the Pentagon All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office.
Declassified Footage & Telemetry (149)
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2021
🔥 #2
AC-130J Gunship Sensor Tracks Unidentified Cold Orbs
On September 8, 2021, an infrared sensor aboard a U.S. Special Operations Forces AC-130J Gunship tracked unidentified small spherical objects described as cold orbs. The official footage released by AARO documents the targets remaining in the sensor's field of view across multiple thermal polarity shifts.
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2021
🔥 #3
AC-130J Infrared Sensor Tracks Unidentified Cold Orb
Secondary recording of an AC-130J gunship infrared sensor display shows an unidentified sphere navigating near the targeting reticle during a 2021 Middle East deployment.
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2021
🔥 #4
AC-130J Gunship Infrared Sensor Tracks Cold Orb Anomaly
Secondary footage from a USSOF AC-130J gunship infrared sensor captures unidentified cold orbs maneuvering across the display field during a September 2021 operation.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
Unknown
🔥 #5
Apollo Astronauts Radio Mission Control Regarding Unidentified Space Fragments
Archival NASA telemetry audio captures Apollo astronauts describing anomalous, glowing angular fragments drifting and tumbling past their spacecraft windows during orbital maneuvers.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2021
🔥 #6
AC-130J Gunship Sensor Tracks Anomalous Cold Orb
On September 8, 2021, an AC-130J infrared sensor recorded a spherical anomaly over the U.S. Central Command region.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2021
🔥 #7
AC-130J IR Sensor Tracks Unidentified Cold Orbs
On September 8, 2021, a U.S. AC-130J gunship thermal sensor recorded small unidentified spherical objects maneuvering within its field of view.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2024
🔥 #8
SWIR Sensor Tracks High-Speed Anomaly Over Greece
U.S. military sensors tracked a diamond-shaped anomaly traveling at 434 knots over Greece, detectable solely via short-wave infrared (SWIR) sensors.
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2024
🔥 #9
US Coast Guard Infrared Sensor Tracks High-Speed Aerial Anomaly
Infrared footage captured from a U.S. Coast Guard sensor off the Southeastern US coast reveals an unidentified aerial object traversing cloudy airspace.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2021
🔥 #10
AC-130J Infrared Sensor Captures Cold Orb Phenomena
On September 8, 2021, an AC-130J gunship thermal display recorded small cold orbs within CENTCOM's area of operation.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2022
🔥 #11
US Military Thermal Sensor Tracks Mysterious Dual Anomaly Over Iraq
In May 2022, an airborne U.S. military infrared sensor over Iraq captured imagery of two thermal signatures moving in tandem, later cataloged by AARO and identified in military logs as a probable SU-27/35.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2022
🔥 #12
U.S. Military Sensor Tracks Fast-Moving UAP Over Syria
In July 2022, a U.S. military platform over Syria captured dual-sensor IR and electro-optical footage of an unidentified anomalous phenomenon rapidly crossing the upper field of view.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2019
🔥 #13
Military Hand-Held Sensor Tracks Flashing Anomalous Lights
Recorded by a U.S. military service member in 2019, low-light hand-held footage documents multiple anomalous light sources exhibiting distinct luminous structure over location L8.
AARO / U.S. NavyWatch →
2023
🔥 #14
Eglin AFB IR Sensor Tracks Unidentified Aerial Anomaly
On February 13, 2023, a U.S. military infrared sensor tracked an unidentified aerial phenomenon near Eglin AFB. Sensor telemetry logged contrast adjustments until the object dissipated into background noise.
AARO / U.S. NORTHCOMWatch →
2024
🔥 #15
US Government Authenticates Luminous Plasma-Like Sphere Anomaly
In October 2024, a credible eyewitness captured a luminous plasma-like sphere hovering over a pond in the northeastern US. US Government analysis authenticated the footage showing shifting brightness and shape changes.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2024
🔥 #16
US Coast Guard IR Sensor Tracks Anomaly
An infrared sensor aboard a U.S. Coast Guard aircraft tracks an unidentified object off the Southeastern U.S. coast on April 24, 2024.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2023
🔥 #17
FBI Recreates Multi-Object UAP Incident Near Sensitive Western US Site
A digital recreation depicts an anomalous orange orb and accompanying red light formation reported by a federal agent near a secure facility.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2023
🔥 #18
FBI Recreates Multi-Object UAP Formation Over Sensitive Site
A digital recreation based on FBI and special agent testimony depicts multiple anomalous craft maneuvering near a sensitive western US national security site.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2025
🔥 #19
Thermal Sensor Tracks Multiple Unidentified Luminous Objects
Declassified infrared footage captures a sequence of bright, fast-moving thermal anomalies traversing open airspace.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2022
🔥 #20
DoD Infrared Sensor Tracks Fast-Moving Anomaly Over Iraq
On December 1, 2022, a U.S. military sensor platform captured infrared video of an unidentified anomalous phenomenon moving west to east over Iraq. Submitted to AARO by U.S. Central Command, the thermal object transits the sensor field-of-view in approximately six seconds.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
Unknown
⚡ #21
Mercury 7 Radio Telemetry Records Luminous Particles
Historical NASA audio recording capturing Astronaut Scott Carpenter observing unidentified luminous particles dubbed 'fireflies' during the Mercury-Atlas 7 orbital flight.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2023
⚡ #22
Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Anomaly Above Yellow Sea
In January 2023, an infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform captured an unidentified object maneuvering through cloud cover over the Yellow Sea.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2020
⚡ #23
US Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Spherical Anomaly in Middle East
In May 2020, a US military platform in the Middle East captured thermal video of a fast-moving, spherical object traveling continuously across the sensor field of view.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
⚡ #24
US Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Multiple Fast-Moving UAP
On October 29, 2020, an infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform operating in the CENTCOM AOR tracked multiple fast-moving anomalous targets across varying zoom levels.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2025
⚡ #25
U.S. Military Sensor Tracks Spherical Anomaly in Middle East
An airborne U.S. military platform recorded an unidentified spherical object traversing urban terrain using EO/IR sensors.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2024
⚡ #26
IR Sensor Tracks UAP USO Formation in 2024
An infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform captured four anomalous objects operating in formation over water on June 1, 2024. Official evaluations note persistent sensor tracking and targeting overlays on the cluster prior to video degradation.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2017
⚡ #27
Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Rapid Kabul Anomaly
Thermal footage captured over Kabul in July 2017 reveals a fast-moving area of contrast traversing the sensor field of view.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2022
⚡ #28
CENTCOM Infrared Sensor Tracks Fast Thermal Anomaly
An October 2022 military thermal recording from CENTCOM captured a high-speed anomaly transiting the sensor field of view. Evaluated by AARO, the clip shows rapid movement across urban ground features.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2024
⚡ #29
Military FLIR Pod Tracks Unidentified Aerial Object
Declassified military infrared imagery captures a thermal sensor tracking a fast-moving metallic object across changing terrain.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2023
⚡ #30
USCENTCOM FLIR Tracks High-Speed UAP Over UAE
In October 2023, a U.S. military thermal sensor recorded an unidentified anomalous phenomenon maneuvering through clouds over the United Arab Emirates, as analyzed by AARO.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2023
⚡ #31
DoD Releases Middle East Thermal UAP Telemetry
AARO analyzed 2023 infrared footage from a U.S. military platform in the Middle East capturing high-speed thermal anomalies.
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2023
⚡ #32
US Military Sensor Tracks Unidentified Object in Middle East
In January 2023, an infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform in the Middle East tracked a fast-moving unidentified object traversing mountainous terrain.
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2022
⚡ #33
Thermal Sensor Tracks Fast-Moving Small Object
Military infrared sensor footage tracks a small dark object traversing terrain at high speed.
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2013
⚡ #34
US Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Star-Shaped Anomaly
In 2013, an infrared sensor aboard a US military platform over the Middle East captured an eight-pointed star-shaped anomaly displaying a visible trail and erratic flight movement.
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2024
⚡ #35
Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Spherical Anomaly Over Water
Recorded on June 1, 2024, by a U.S. military infrared sensor, this video depicts a spherical object over water. AARO assessments confirm the target was tracked continuously across changing sensor contrast modes.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2020
⚡ #36
US Military IR Sensor Tracks Spherical UAP Over Clouds
On November 23, 2020, an infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform captured a spherical object moving smoothly through clouds in the CENTCOM area of responsibility.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2023
⚡ #37
Military IR Sensor Tracks Spherical Anomaly Over Middle East
In 2023, a U.S. military platform captured thermal footage of a fast-moving metallic sphere over the Middle East. Sensor telemetry recorded the target transiting the sensor field of view.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2023
⚡ #38
Military Thermal Sensor Tracks Spherical Aerial Anomaly
Declassified military footage displays a dark spherical object tracked by targeting sensors over terrain.
AARO / U.S. INDOPACOMWatch →
2022
⚡ #39
AARO Analyzes 2022 IR Sensor Video Showing Formation Anomalies Over Water
On August 26, 2022, military infrared sensors captured multiple high-contrast objects transiting in formation within the CENTCOM area of responsibility.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2019
⚡ #40
Military Thermal Sensor Tracks CENTCOM Aerial Anomaly
In 2019, a U.S. military platform within CENTCOM recorded thermal sensor footage tracking an unidentified target across multiple contrast and zoom modes.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2022
⚡ #41
U.S. Military FLIR Sensor Captures Fast-Moving Middle East UAP
An infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform captured a high-speed thermal anomaly moving across terrain in the Middle East, subsequently submitted by CENTCOM to AARO for technical evaluation.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2023
⚡ #42
US Military Sensor Tracks Middle East Anomaly
In 2023, a US military infrared platform captured an unidentified anomalous phenomenon over the Middle East. Sensor telemetry demonstrates object tracking and field-of-view adjustments.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2022
⚡ #43
Military FLIR Sensor Tracks Small Unidentified Object Over Terrain
Thermal imaging footage records an unidentified object traveling across varied terrain under active sensor tracking.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2021
⚡ #44
USCENTCOM FLIR Sensor Tracks Syrian Infrared Anomaly
Recorded over Syria in 2021 by a U.S. military infrared sensor, this infrared target exhibits rapid apparent motion when the sensor stops tracking the contrast area.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
⚡ #45
US Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Anomaly Over CENTCOM
Declassified 2020 US military thermal imagery captured within the CENTCOM region shows infrared sensor tracking of an unidentified target.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2023
⚡ #46
Infrared Sensor Tracks Unidentified Target Over Cloud Layer
Military thermal imaging tracks a fast-moving, unresolved target maneuvering across complex cloud cover.
AARO / U.S. INDOPACOMWatch →
2022
⚡ #47
U.S. Military IR Sensor Tracks Centcom Anomaly
Recorded in June 2022 over the US CENTCOM area of responsibility, an airborne military infrared platform tracked an anomalous thermal contrast object exhibiting unusual flight dynamics across multiple sensor modes and zoom levels.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2022
⚡ #48
Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Spherical Anomaly
On March 25, 2022, an airborne infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform recorded anomalous spherical contrast objects executing rapid movements over terrain in location UL, as identified in classified files reviewed by AARO.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2021
⚡ #49
Infrared Sensor Tracks Spherical Anomaly in CENTCOM Operational Area
Declassified CENTCOM FLIR telemetry captured a spherical UAP tracked by military sensors on April 12, 2021. The target exhibits distinct thermal contrast before the sensor breaks lock.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2021
⚡ #50
Military FLIR Sensor Tracks Spherical UAP Over CENTCOM Region
On April 12, 2021, a U.S. military sensor platform operating within the CENTCOM area of responsibility captured a fast-moving spherical object traversing terrain. Declassified records released to AARO highlight the platform's infrared tracking of the anomalous object.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2021
Military Sensor Tracks Spherical Anomaly in CENTCOM
On April 12, 2021, a U.S. military platform in the CENTCOM area tracked a fast-moving spherical anomaly traversing rugged terrain.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
Military IR Sensor Tracks Thermal Anomaly in CENTCOM
On November 2, 2020, a military infrared sensor operating within CENTCOM tracked a low-contrast thermal anomaly across multiple field-of-view adjustments.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
CENTCOM Thermal Sensor Tracks Unidentified Anomaly
On October 7, 2020, an infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform operating within the USCENTCOM area of responsibility recorded an anomalous area of contrast traversing urban terrain, mountainous ground, and cloud layers while executing multiple sensor zoom and modality adjustments.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Unidentified Aerial Contrast Anomalies
On August 31, 2020, a U.S. military thermal sensor operating in CENTCOM recorded multiple unidentified thermal contrast anomalies.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
IR Sensor Tracks Unidentified Thermal Anomaly Over CENTCOM
On June 1, 2020, a military infrared sensor recorded an anomalous thermal source in the CENTCOM region, maintaining tracking across multiple zoom levels.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Thermal Anomaly Over Middle East
A U.S. military platform in the Middle East captured infrared footage tracking an unidentified thermal signature across changing contrast settings.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
US Military Thermal Sensor Tracks Middle East Anomaly
In 2020, a US military IR sensor tracked an unidentified anomalous thermal contrast area over the Middle East.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2019
IR Sensor Tracks High-Speed Anomaly Over Eastern US
On January 1, 2019, an infrared sensor recorded a small unidentified object traveling in a straight line at high speed over the Eastern United States. Official debriefs noted flight dynamics unlike anything observed in decades of military service.
AARO / U.S. Air ForceWatch →
2019
IR Sensor Tracks UAP Formation Over Persian Gulf
On January 1, 2019, a military infrared sensor within CENTCOM recorded multiple thermal anomalies in formation. AARO later reviewed the footage following congressional UAP record requests.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2018
IR Sensor Tracks Linear UAP Formation in CENTCOM
On July 3, 2018, an infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform in the USCENTCOM area tracked anomalous contrast signatures exhibiting dynamic formation movements. Official AARO analysis highlights multiple distinct thermal objects maintaining alignment while adjusting relative spacing.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
1996
US Military Infrared Sensor Records Fast-Moving Aerial Anomaly
In 1996 over the Western United States, an infrared sensor aboard a US military platform recorded a high-contrast anomaly transiting the field of view. Later transferred to AARO for analysis, the redacted footage captures a rapid target sweep across HUD telemetry.
AARO / U.S. NavyWatch →
Unknown
Apollo 17 Debrief: Schmitt Details Orbital Sightings and Light Flashes
Apollo 17 Astronaut Harrison Schmitt reviews flight data, orbital observations, and light flash phenomena during technical debriefing.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2026
Army Infrared Sensor Tracks Dual Thermal Anomaly
An infrared sensor aboard a U.S. Army platform captures two high-contrast thermal anomalies maintaining tight formation across rapid optical zoom and contrast cycles.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2023
INDOPACOM IR Sensor Tracks Multi-Object Anomaly
On January 1, 2023, a U.S. military platform over INDOPACOM recorded infrared telemetry of three distinct, fixed-formation contrast objects.
AARO / U.S. INDOPACOMWatch →
Unknown
NASA Astronaut Reports Luminous Fireflies in Orbit
Historical Mercury program audio captures an astronaut observing drifting, luminous particles and stellar views outside the spacecraft.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2025
U.S. Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Middle East Anomaly
A 2025 CENTCOM thermal recording captures an unidentified object rapidly transiting the sensor field over the Middle East.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2023
U.S. Military IR Sensor Tracks Anomaly Over UAE
On October 1, 2023, a U.S. military thermal infrared sensor captured an unidentified anomalous phenomenon moving over the United Arab Emirates. Sensor telemetry recorded a persistent area of thermal contrast tracked across open sea.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2023
U.S. Military IR Sensor Tracks UAP Over Greece
In October 2023, an infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform tracked an unidentified anomalous phenomenon near Greece, leading to a formal submission to AARO.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2023
US Military IR Sensor Tracks Small Anomaly Near Greece
Submitted to AARO by US Central Command, infrared video from October 2023 captures a small circular object flying low over the ocean near Greece before blending into terrain.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2022
Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Dual Aerial Anomalies
Unclassified US military infrared footage captured over Ohio reveals a tracked primary aerial anomaly alongside a second high-speed object transiting the sensor field of view.
AARO / U.S. NORTHCOMWatch →
2022
Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Erratic Aerial Anomaly
In August 2022, a U.S. military thermal sensor recorded a spherical anomaly displaying erratic motion over the European Command area of responsibility.
AARO / U.S. EUCOMWatch →
2020
US Military IR Sensor Tracks Middle East Anomaly
A US military platform in the Middle East recorded an unidentified thermal anomaly traversing its infrared sensor view in 2020.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
US Military FLIR Tracks Middle East Thermal Anomaly
Official US military infrared footage from 2020 captures a sensor tracking an unidentified thermal anomaly moving across the Middle East, submitted by CENTCOM to AARO.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
U.S. Military IR Sensor Tracks Anomaly Over Middle East
An infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform tracks an unidentified anomalous phenomenon moving through airspace over the Middle East in 2020.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
CENTCOM IR Sensor Tracks Anomaly Over Middle East
Declassified 2020 military FLIR imagery from CENTCOM shows an infrared sensor tracking a high-contrast aerial anomaly.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2019
Navy Infrared Sensor Tracks Anomaly in 2019
Recorded in 2019 over location L8, US Navy thermal sensors tracked an unidentified object before target tracking degraded.
AARO / U.S. NavyWatch →
2015
US Navy IR Sensor Tracks Anomaly Over Eastern US
In 2015, a US military infrared sensor captured an anomalous object moving across the field of view over the Eastern United States.
AARO / U.S. NavyWatch →
2023
US Military Sensor Tracks UAP Anomaly Over Ocean
In 2023, a U.S. Indo-Pacific Command military platform captured electro-optical and infrared telemetry tracking an unidentified anomalous phenomenon in the Q9 region.
AARO / U.S. INDOPACOMWatch →
2021
US Military IR Sensor Tracks Anomaly Over East China Sea
On June 9, 2021, an infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform operating over the East China Sea tracked a high-contrast aerial target.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2020
USNORTHCOM Sensor Tracks Unidentified IR Anomaly
In 2020, a U.S. military thermal sensor captured and auto-tracked an unidentified anomalous phenomenon over the Eastern United States.
AARO / U.S. NORTHCOMWatch →
2020
US Northern Command IR Sensor Tracks Deformed Balloon-Like Anomaly
In 2020, a US military infrared sensor recorded an unidentified object drifting with the wind at location A9. Official reports noted the 12-to-15-foot phenomenon moved without active maneuvering.
AARO / U.S. NORTHCOMWatch →
2019
Navy IR Sensor Tracks Dark Anomaly Over L8
On January 1, 2019, a U.S. military platform captured infrared footage tracking a distinct thermal anomaly over location L8.
AARO / U.S. NavyWatch →
Unknown
Apollo 16 Astronauts Report Unidentified Orbital Flash
During Apollo 16 lunar orbit, astronaut Ken Mattingly reported observing an anomalous, bright white transient flash below the horizon.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
Unknown
NASA Apollo 16 Conference Details Lunar Magnetic Anomalies
Archival NASA audio debrief details Apollo 16 orbital findings, including significant lunar magnetic anomalies and sub-satellite telemetry.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
Unknown
Apollo 14 Crew Debriefs Cosmic Ray Flashes
Apollo 14 astronauts discuss light flash phenomena observed during spaceflight in an official NASA debrief recording.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
Unknown
Apollo Astronauts Debrief Space Light Flashes
Apollo astronauts discuss observed visual light flashes and cosmic ray phenomena during lunar flight.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2020
US Military IR Sensor Tracks Unidentified Contrast Anomaly
In 2020, a U.S. military platform over the Eastern United States captured infrared footage of an unidentified contrast anomaly subject to auto-tracking.
AARO / U.S. NORTHCOMWatch →
Unknown
Apollo 12 Astronauts Debrief Cosmic Ray Visual Flashes
Apollo 12 astronauts detail visual light flashes caused by cosmic rays impacting the retina during spaceflight.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
Unknown
Astronaut Gordo Cooper Discusses UFO Observations and Extraterrestrial Possibilities
Mercury astronaut Gordo Cooper shares his perspective on unidentified flying objects and qualified witness reports in archived interview audio.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2020
U.S. Military Sensor Tracks Anomaly Over Middle East
On January 1, 2020, an infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform in the Middle East captured a faint area of contrast moving rapidly across the lower frame. Submitted by CENTCOM to AARO, the five-second recording captures an unidentified anomalous phenomenon with no apparent thermal signature or propulsion system.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
Unknown
Thermal Sensor Tracks Unidentified High-Speed Aerial Object
Infrared targeting telemetry captures an unidentified object maintaining consistent track across atmospheric backgrounds.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2021
Military Sensor Tracks Anomaly in CENTCOM Area
On April 12, 2021, a U.S. military platform in CENTCOM recorded infrared sensor telemetry of an anomalous target. The optical system panned and cycled zoom levels while continuously tracking the object.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2021
US Military Sensor Tracks Unidentified Aerial Anomaly in CENTCOM AOR
In January 2021, an infrared sensor aboard a US military platform in the CENTCOM area tracked a distinct area of thermal contrast moving through the airspace.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
U.S. Military IR Sensor Tracks Unidentified Aerial Anomaly
Recorded over the CENTCOM area of responsibility on November 2, 2020, an airborne military infrared sensor tracks a low-contrast thermal anomaly across rural terrain.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Anomaly Over Water
On October 20, 2020, an infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform recorded anomalous thermal signatures in the USCENTCOM area of responsibility. Official records detail sensor tracking attempts across several operational flight passes.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
CENTCOM Military FLIR Tracks Fast Thermal Anomaly
Recorded on September 16, 2020, within the CENTCOM area of responsibility, a U.S. military thermal sensor captured a dark thermal object traversing the field of view.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
US Military Infrared Sensor Tracks UAP Anomaly
On August 31, 2020, an airborne military infrared sensor captured thermal tracking footage of unseen thermal anomalies over the USCENTCOM area of responsibility. Department of Defense analysis identified target tracking box locks on bright thermal point sources during airborne operations.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Anomaly in CENTCOM
On August 24, 2020, an infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform in the CENTCOM area of responsibility acquired thermal target lock on an unidentified aerial anomaly.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
US Military Thermal Sensor Tracks CENTCOM Anomaly
On August 8, 2020, a military infrared sensor tracked an unidentified thermal object operating in the CENTCOM area of responsibility. Telemetry records continuous target lock and visual mode adjustments.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
CENTCOM IR Sensor Tracks Anomaly in Gulf of Arabia
Infrared telemetry from May 2020 records a US military platform tracking unresolved thermal contrasts in the Gulf of Arabia.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2020
U.S. Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Dual UAP
A 2020 military infrared sensor in the Gulf of Arabia tracks anomalous contrast targets moving across thermal backgrounds.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2019
US Military Thermal Sensor Tracks Unidentified Aerial Anomaly
On September 23, 2019, an infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform operating within the CENTCOM area of responsibility tracked an unidentified area of thermal contrast moving across the field of view.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2025
USAFRICOM Infrared Sensor Tracks Low-Contrast Anomaly
In January 2025, a U.S. military platform over Africa captured a subtle anomalous target crossing its infrared sensor field of view.
AARO / U.S. AFRICOMWatch →
2022
Military FLIR Sensor Tracks Area of Contrast
Captured on January 1, 2022, an airborne infrared sensor locks onto a thermal anomaly. AARO analysis confirmed the footage originated from a US military platform operating within USNORTHCOM.
AARO / U.S. NORTHCOMWatch →
2020
US Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Anomaly Over AFRICOM
Recorded by a U.S. military infrared sensor operating within the AFRICOM region in October 2020, this official footage captures an unidentified anomalous phenomenon transiting across the sensor field-of-view.
AARO / U.S. AFRICOMWatch →
2020
CENTCOM Infrared Sensor Tracks Anomaly Over Gulf
In 2020, a U.S. military infrared sensor operating within CENTCOM tracked a low-contrast anomaly across terrain. Evaluated by AARO, the footage records sustained sensor panning to follow the signature.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2025
Indo-Pacific Command IR Sensor Tracks Cloud-Covered Anomaly
An infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform recorded an unidentified target maneuvering through cloud cover off Location E3 on January 1, 2025. The footage was subsequently submitted by United States Indo-Pacific Command to the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office for further evaluation.
AARO / U.S. INDOPACOMWatch →
2024
Infrared Sensor Tracks Teardrop Anomaly Over UAE
A U.S. military platform tracks an inverted teardrop-shaped object over the UAE. Official analysis notes it may be an airborne anomaly or water reflection.
AARO / U.S. NORTHCOMWatch →
2024
INDOPACOM Infrared Sensor Tracks Radial Projection Anomaly
U.S. military infrared sensors in INDOPACOM recorded a football-shaped unidentified anomaly featuring distinct radial projections in early 2024.
AARO / U.S. INDOPACOMWatch →
2024
INDOPACOM Sensor Tracks Anomaly Over Wind Farm
In 2024, a U.S. military infrared sensor in the INDOPACOM region recorded tracking data on an unidentified anomaly flying over an offshore wind farm.
AARO / U.S. INDOPACOMWatch →
2024
Indo-Pacific Command IR Sensor Tracks Thermal Anomaly
US Indo-Pacific Command recorded 2024 infrared telemetry footage capturing an auto-tracking sensor lock on an unidentified thermal contrast target.
AARO / U.S. INDOPACOMWatch →
2020
Air Force IR Sensor Tracks Middle East Anomaly
Footage from a U.S. military platform over the Middle East captures an infrared sensor tracking an unidentified thermal anomaly before it rapidly exits the sensor field of view.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2020
US Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Anomaly Over Eastern US
In 2020, US Northern Command captured an unidentified anomalous phenomenon over the Eastern United States using a military infrared sensor platform.
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Apollo Crew Evaluates Lunar Orbital Operations and Telemetry
Archival NASA debrief audio capturing Apollo astronaut evaluations of orbital rendezvous, flight telemetry, and technical anomalies.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2023
FLIR Sensor Tracks Unidentified Orb Over Ocean
Thermal imaging sensors track an unidentified spherical object rapidly traversing cloud cover and open water.
AARO / U.S. INDOPACOMWatch →
2023
Thermal Sensor Tracks Transmedium Anomaly Over Water
Infrared imagery tracks an unidentified small object moving consistently over water surface.
AARO / U.S. INDOPACOMWatch →
2019
Navy Infrared Sensor Tracks Contrast Anomaly in L8
On January 1, 2019, a U.S. military sensor platform recorded an unidentified contrast anomaly at location L8. The footage displays targeted crosshair tracking, target loss, and subsequent re-acquisition.
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2016
US Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Unidentified Anomaly
US Northern Command military IR sensors lock onto and track a high-contrast anomalous target in 2016.
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2023
Targeting Sensor Tracks Unidentified Airborne Anomaly
Military sensor footage captures targeting lock and optical tracking of a fast-moving object against cloud cover.
AARO / U.S. INDOPACOMWatch →
2019
USAF Infrared Sensor Tracks Thermal Anomaly at G9
On January 1, 2019, a US Air Force infrared sensor captured eight seconds of footage tracking a flickering thermal contrast anomaly at location G9. Defense analysts noted auto-gain control adjustments contributed to the source blending into background environmental temperatures.
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2024
Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Shape-Shifting Anomaly
An IR sensor aboard a US military platform tracked an anomalous object over the Indo-Pacific demonstrating dynamic shape changes. The footage shows thermal tracking stabilized and contrast-enhanced during flight.
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2024
Indo-Pacific Command IR Sensor Tracks Multi-Point Anomaly
On January 1, 2024, US INDOPACOM reported an unidentified anomaly to AARO captured by an airborne military IR sensor. Telemetry shows a linear formation of contrast points moving across cloud cover.
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2020
IR Sensor Tracks Fast Contrast Anomaly Over AFRICOM
On October 16, 2020, a military thermal sensor recorded a high-contrast aerial feature rapidly transiting dense cloud cover within the AFRICOM region.
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2020
US Military IR Sensor Tracks Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon
In 2023, a U.S. military infrared sensor operating under USNORTHCOM tracked an unidentified aerial anomaly exhibiting distinct movement patterns across the field of view.
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2019
Military Infrared Sensor Tracks Anomaly Over Ocean
Declassified footage from December 2019 captured by a U.S. military thermal sensor off the East Coast shows an unidentified aerial object maneuvering over open water.
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2024
U.S. Military IR Sensor Tracks Unidentified Object in E3 Area
In January 2024, INDOPACOM recorded infrared footage of an unidentified phenomenon in area E3 moving across the sensor's view.
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2020
US Military Platform Captures Transient Aerial Anomaly
On September 17, 2020, a U.S. military aerial platform in the CENTCOM area of responsibility recorded a high-speed transient area of contrast crossing the sensor field of view.
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2021
FBI File Details Multi-Light Rotational Anomaly in Northeast
In November 2021, an eyewitness recorded erratic, rotating light sources near the horizon in the northeastern US. FBI documentation assessed the report as highly credible.
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2023
IR Sensor Tracks Small Anomaly Over Ocean
Declassified sensor footage captures an aerial object tracked in military target crosshairs above ocean surface waves.
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Unknown
Infrared Sensor Tracks Starburst Thermal Target Anomaly
An optical targeting sensor tracks an anomalous starburst-shaped thermal object in mid-air. Telemetry overlays confirm continuous target lock on the persistent IR signature.
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2022
Luminous Aerial Phenomenon Recorded Near Karaganda Airport
Recorded in Kazakhstan near Karaganda International Airport in March 2022, cellular video captured a bright central aerial anomaly emitting wide, radiating plumes of light across the night sky.
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2020
US Northern Command IR Sensor Tracks Metallic Anomaly
In 2020, a U.S. military infrared sensor over the Eastern United States recorded a small, reflective anomaly moving in a constant direction. The object rapidly exited the frame during a sensor mode transition.
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2024
CENTCOM Military FMV Captures Syrian UAP Light Anomaly
U.S. Central Command reported a misshapen light anomaly tracked on military FMV over Syria in October 2024.
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2024
CENTCOM FMV Sensor Captures Irregular Syria Anomaly
U.S. Central Command military footage from Syria reveals an irregular glowing anomaly, later submitted to AARO for technical evaluation.
AARO / U.S. CENTCOMWatch →
2023
Color-Changing Pulsating Light Filmed Over Power Lines
Nighttime footage captures a stationary object flashing green, red, and white above power lines.
AARO / Local Law EnforcementWatch →
2023
Night Sky Footage Captures Color-Changing Pulsating Aerial Light
Nocturnal video recording highlights a luminous aerial object undergoing distinct color shifts while hovering in a dark sky.
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2024
US CENTCOM Tracks Anomalous Light Effect Over Syria
In October 2024, US military sensors over Syria captured a brief unidentified light and halo anomaly reported to AARO.
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2025
FBI-Credible Witness Captures Dual Glowing Orbs
In July 2025, witnesses in the northeastern US recorded two glowing red orbs maneuvering in tandem above a residential tree line.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
2022
FBI-Verified Dual Red Luminous Anomaly Over Northeast US
In March 2022, a credible witness filmed two stationary, bright red luminous objects displaying relative rotation in the northeastern US.
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2023
Single Luminous Point Hovering in Night Sky
A bright light hangs stationary in the night sky amid lens reflections. The orb displays subtle flickering before fading into darkness.
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2023
Bright Luminous Anomaly Observed Behind Nighttime Power Lines
A bright luminous sphere is filmed hovering motionless in the night sky behind utility lines. The object displays mild intensity variations with no visible control surfaces or propulsion.
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2019
Military Handheld Recording Tracks Night Anomaly Over L8
On January 1, 2019, a U.S. military service member recorded handheld low-light footage tracking an anomalous light source near location L8.
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1952
Archival Project Blue Book Film Features Machinery Close-Up
Archival footage from Project Blue Book files displays vintage film leader and a detailed close-up of a mechanical needle assembly.
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Unknown
Monochrome Footage Tracks Small Aerial Anomalies
Black-and-white video captures small dark objects moving across an overcast sky.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
1952
Air Force Project Blue Book Briefing on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena
Declassified official audio recording detailing US Air Force investigations, statistical analyses, and radar tracking of unidentified aerial phenomena during Project Blue Book.
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Unknown
NASA Gemini 7 Astronauts Report Unidentified Bogie in Orbit
Historical audio records Gemini 7 astronauts reporting an unidentified object and surrounding particles alongside their rocket booster.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
Unknown
NASA Astronaut Reports Unidentified Particles in Orbit
Archival spaceflight radio audio records an astronaut describing luminous drifting particles and celestial observations outside the capsule.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
Unknown
NASA Audio Log Details Launch Anomaly Telemetry
Historical NASA audio recording detailing trajectory tracking and recovery telemetry following an off-nominal impact.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
Unknown
Astronaut Reports Mysterious Floating Particles During Space Mission
Historical NASA audio recording captures an astronaut describing unidentified white particles floating around the spacecraft with random motion.
AARO / U.S. DoDWatch →
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