Analysis of the 1964 UFO Evidence Report

The paper titled “UFO Evidence 1964” is a comprehensive report that presents an analysis of Unidentified Flying Object (UFO) sightings and related phenomena.

What we find most surprising (or unsuprising) at Fortean Winds is how closely this report resembles the Pentagon’s Preliminary Assesment of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena. We find the NICAP report released in 1964 describes all of the same objects, characteristics and behaviors described in the Pentagon’s report. 

Indicating whatever is evidencing advanced flight characteristics today was documented doing the same by the government which is now publicly, “supposedly” wondering if those same objects are hostile drones. That doesn’t make a whole lot of sense does it?

The NICAP 1964 report reveals that modern-day discussions on UFO phenomena mirror those from decades past. It emphasizes that these objects are not a new phenomenon, and governments have long been aware of their existence, yet have actively kept this knowledge from the public.

Here is a link to the full UFO Evidence paper from the office of the CIA. The content is structured into various sections, each focusing on different aspects of UFO sightings and investigations. Here is a brief overview:

SUMMARY

• Introduction: Pages i-iii
• Sections:
  • I. Cross-Section Digest: General features of UFO reports (p. 1)
  • II. Intelligent Control: Cases indicating intelligence (p. 9)
  • III. Air Force Investigations: Sightings by Air Force personnel (p. 19)
  • IV. Army, Navy & Marine Corps: Reports by other military personnel (p. 29)
  • V. Pilot & Aviation Experts: Observations by pilots (p. 33)
  • VI. Scientists & Engineers: Observations by professionals (p. 49)
  • VII. Officials & Citizens: Sightings by police, civil defense, and citizens (p. 61)
  • VIII. Special Evidence: Electro-magnetic effects, radar cases, etc. (p. 73)
  • IX. Air Force Investigation: Analysis of Air Force UFO investigation (p. 105)
  • X. Foreign Reports: International sightings and attitudes (p. 118)
  • XI. The Chronology: Chronological listing of sightings and events (p. 129)
  • XII. The Patterns: Analysis of appearance, flight characteristics, etc. (p. 143)
  • XIII. Congress & the UFOs: Congressional interest in UFOs (p. 173)
  • XIV. Problems & Dangers: Implications and need for investigation (p. 179)

AUTHOR ORGANIZATIONS

• The organization involved is NICAP (National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena), as indicated in the introduction.

FINDINGS

• General Features of UFO Reports: Includes sample cases that exhibit the general characteristics of UFO sightings.
• Intelligence Indication: Documents instances where UFOs displayed behavior suggesting intelligent control.
• Military Observations: Accounts from various branches of the military detailing their encounters with UFOs.
• Scientific and Expert Testimonies: Observations from pilots, scientists, and engineers.
• Public and Official Reports: Sightings reported by police, civil defense personnel, and general citizens.
• Special Evidence: Includes electromagnetic effects, radar cases, and other physical evidence.
• International Perspective: Discusses UFO sightings and attitudes in countries other than the USA.
• Chronological and Pattern Analysis: Presents a chronological list of sightings and analyzes the patterns observed in these events.

STUDY DETAILS

• Approach: The report synthesizes data from various reports and sightings over 20 years.
• Focus: Emphasis on the qualifications of the observers and the reliability of the reports.
• Scope: Covers a broad range of sightings and includes a significant number of cases for analysis.

STUDY QUALITY

• Sample Size: Extensive, covering over 700 selected reports from a larger pool.
• Confidence Intervals & P-Values: Not applicable, as this is more of an observational and qualitative study rather than quantitative research.
• Effect Size: Significant variations in reported sightings, indicating a broad range of phenomena.
• Study Design: Compilation of reports rather than a controlled study, thus less reliable in a scientific context.
• Consistency of Results: Varied; some consistent patterns are observed but not universally.
• Data Analysis Methods: Primarily qualitative and observational.
• Researcher’s Interpretation: Focused on presenting reported data; interpretations lean towards considering UFOs as a significant, unexplained phenomenon.

Notable Figures and Quotes:

Engaging figures such as Dr. J. Allen Hynek, a respected astrophysicist, provide context to this report. Hynek, who was initially skeptical of UFO phenomena, later admitted that many sightings could not be easily dismissed. His involvement gives credibility to the argument that UFOs are a serious scientific and government matter.

Patterns and Repeated Observations

• Physical Appearance: The UFOs were commonly described as metallic disc-like objects, rocket-like objects, or luminous objects appearing as lights at night. These descriptions were consistent over the 22 years covered in the report.
• Shape: Discs, spheres, ovals, and triangular shapes were frequently reported, with a significant percentage being flat, circular objects. Some UFOs were compared to the planet Saturn, resembling flattened spheres with centrally located surrounding rings.
• Color: During daylight, UFOs were mostly reported as silver or white. At night, they appeared as bright light sources, varying in color across the spectrum, including red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and occasionally changing colors during observation.
• Maneuvers: Common maneuvers included hovering or very slow motion followed by sudden rapid acceleration, circling and pacing human vehicles, UFOs rendezvousing and operating together, and satellite objects associated with larger UFOs.
• “Portholes”: Many UFOs seen at close range displayed features like “portholes” or “windows,” with markings arranged in straight lines or circular patterns, often along the major axis of the UFO.

Electromagnetic Field Effects

• The document details numerous instances where UFO sightings were accompanied by electromagnetic effects. These effects included interference with radio and television signals, disruptions in car engines and headlights, and effects on aircraft instrumentation.
• Specific cases described situations where the presence of a UFO seemingly caused car engines to stall and headlights to dim or fail. In several instances, these effects were temporary and ceased as soon as the UFO departed.
• In a few reported cases, aircraft instruments malfunctioned or behaved erratically during UFO encounters. Pilots reported compasses spinning uncontrollably and navigation systems failing.
• Some sightings mentioned a noticeable absence of sound, suggesting an electromagnetic silence or dampening effect in the vicinity of the UFO.

The patterns and electromagnetic effects detailed in the report suggest a level of technological sophistication and consistent behavior across different sightings. These observations have been a significant point of interest and speculation among UFO researchers for more than 100 years.

This report was the most extensive of its day and given its contents, methodology and credibility, a rational person could expect action by Congress and Academia…yet, next to nothing.

Download the report and at least give it a look.