UFOs: A Fortean Winds Overview

With the United States Government admitting the existence of Unidentified Flying Objects (again) in 2019 and (again) in 2020. We discuss the evidence and why it’s important.

Actually 2019 wasn’t the first time the United States Government admitted the existence of Unidentified Flying Objects. We would highly recommend watching the National Archive footage below where Major General John A. Samford admits the existence of unexplained flying objects (or more specifically flying saucers.) At that point in time, the United States Military didn’t think they were a threat. Or, at least, that is what General Samford told the public. Reminder: These are your tax dollars at work. This was in 1952.

Now that we’ve established the United States Government admitted this before, we should examine the timeline and draw some inferences. We are left to draw one of two conclusions. Either UFOs disappeared between 1952 and 2019, or they have been here the entire time. We can also draw one of two conclusions: either UFOs appeared shortly before Major General Samford’s press conference, or they were here long before it. As ridiculous as these questions may be, at the time of this writing, these are the debates raging in public.

Jimmy Carter was a UFO witness. As was Ronald Regan. And Gerald Ford called for an investigation in 1966.

So, it is clear the United States Government did not come to the UFO conclusion in 2019. However, they did release a whopping 9 page report in 2020 which seemed to disappoint many people, but we found a few of the admissions to be truly historic and discuss it in our post on the 2020 Pentagon UFO Report.

Link to Fortean Winds Post Regarding the Preliminary Unidentified Phenomena.

For many the United States Government admitting UFOs were real (again) was eye-opening, and it truly has brought on a massive wave of new and exciting research projects. We’re most excited for the data that comes out of Project Galileo which has promised to make its data public. That project is being lead by the current chair of astrophysics at Harvard, Avi Loeb. So, we feel it’s in good hands. Also, if you don’t trust the US Government, we can look at all of the other governments who’ve admitted the existence of UFO/UAP. The UK has done so, and how about Chile?

Government statements and videos were enough for many people to accept that Unexplained Flying Objects exist. Prominent skeptics claim these craft are secret government technology. Yet, if we accept the flight characteristics of the object in the most publicized of the US Governments encounters aka The Nimitz Encounter. The numerous scientific advancements required to create the movements evidenced by the “tic-tac” craft make this extremely unlikely to be human technology. Other US Government videos have shown objects moving through the water and air interchangeably. Which is trans-medium travel. Which simply leaves unexplained.

We’ve taken this time in the overview to demonstrate from the Fortean Winds perspective: UFOs exist and conversations about whether they do or don’t are complete wastes of time. So, we won’t spend too much time on trying to debate this simple fact. There are unexplained flying objects in the earth’s atmosphere.

The History of UFO Sightings

UFO sightings have been reported for centuries, but it wasn’t until the 20th century that they began to receive widespread attention. In 1947, a pilot named Kenneth Arnold reported seeing a group of nine objects flying in a V formation over Washington State. He described the objects as “saucer-like” and said they moved at incredible speeds. This sighting sparked a wave of similar reports, and the term “flying saucer” was coined to describe the mysterious objects.

In the years that followed, more and more people claimed to have seen UFOs. In 1961, Betty and Barney Hill claimed to have been abducted by extraterrestrial beings while driving through New Hampshire. The story received widespread media attention, and helped to popularize the idea of alien abductions.

Throughout the 1970s and 80s, UFO sightings continued to be reported, with many people claiming to have been visited by aliens. In 1987, a man named Whitley Strieber published a book called “Communion,” in which he claimed to have been abducted by aliens. The book became a bestseller and inspired a generation of people to come forward with their own stories of alien encounters.

Types of UFOs

There are several different types of UFOs that have been reported over the years. The most common are:

  1. Disk-Shaped UFOs – These are the classic “flying saucers” that most people think of when they hear the term “UFO.” They are usually described as round or oval-shaped, with a metallic surface and sometimes with lights around the perimeter.
  2. Cigar-Shaped UFOs – These objects are elongated and cylindrical, resembling a cigar or a blimp. They are often described as being silver or metallic in appearance.
  3. Triangular-Shaped UFOs – These objects have three distinct points and are often reported to be very large. They are sometimes described as being completely silent and capable of hovering in one place for long periods of time.
  4. Orb-Shaped UFOs – These are round, ball-shaped objects that are often described as glowing or pulsating. They are sometimes reported to be capable of moving at incredible speeds, making sudden stops and turns.

Theories About UFOs

There are many different theories about what UFOs might be, but none have been proven conclusively. Some of the most popular theories include:

Extraterrestrial Life – Many people believe that UFOs are evidence of intelligent life on other planets. They argue that the vastness of the universe makes it highly unlikely that we are alone, and that some of the sightings of UFOs could be evidence of alien visitation. There is some evidence to support this claim.

  • Historical Sightings and Government Reports: Over the years, numerous UFO sightings have been reported worldwide, including some high-profile incidents. One such incident occurred in Washington, D.C., during the summer of 1952, where mysterious flying objects were observed by air-traffic controllers. These sightings have not only been witnessed by ordinary people but also by trained professionals, including pilots and military personnel. These reports lend credibility to the notion that there is something unidentified and potentially extraterrestrial in our skies.
  • Furthermore, in recent years, the U.S. government has acknowledged the existence of UFOs and conducted investigations into their nature and origins. A landmark government report in 2021 prompted serious consideration of extraterrestrial visitors . The fact that government entities have taken a proactive approach in studying these phenomena implies that there is substantial evidence suggesting an extraterrestrial connection.
  • Removal of “Man-Made” from UFO Definition: A notable development occurred in 2022 when the definition of UFOs was revised, removing the term “man-made”. This change implies that some UFOs are believed to have non-human origins by members of the committee responsible for the revision. The bipartisan consensus on this matter reinforces the idea that there is compelling evidence pointing towards extraterrestrial origins for certain UFO sightings.
  • Scientific Plausibility: In the search for extraterrestrial life, the existence of UFOs presents a compelling case. The vastness of the universe, with billions of galaxies and trillions of stars, suggests that the chances of Earth being the only planet harboring intelligent life are extremely slim. Moreover, recent discoveries of exoplanets in the habitable zone of their star systems further strengthen the possibility of life beyond our planet. If there is intelligent life out there, it is logical to assume that they would possess advanced technology capable of traversing vast distances and manifesting as UFOs.
  • Technological Advancements and Patterns: Many reported UFO sightings describe objects that exhibit flight patterns and capabilities far beyond the scope of our current human technology. These UFOs often display instantaneous acceleration, sharp turns at high speeds, and the ability to hover or remain stationary for extended periods. Such feats defy the known principles of aerodynamics and propulsion systems. The consistent recurrence of these patterns across various sightings suggests a common origin and technological sophistication that surpasses our own.
  • Occam’s Razor and the Extraterrestrial Hypothesis: Applying Occam’s Razor, a principle that favors the simplest explanation, we find that the extraterrestrial hypothesis provides a coherent and comprehensive explanation for UFO sightings. While there may be alternative theories suggesting natural or man-made explanations for some sightings, they do not account for the entirety of the reported phenomena. The extraterrestrial hypothesis encompasses the observed flight characteristics, historical sightings, and government involvement, providing a unified and logical framework to understand UFOs.

Secret Military Technology – Others believe that the government is responsible for many UFO sightings, and that what people are seeing are actually advanced aircraft or experimental technology.

The presence of advanced technology often leads to speculation about its origin, particularly in the case of new fighter jets and unidentified flying objects (UFOs). This article aims to present an argument that suggests these phenomena could be attributed to secret military technology based on the information provided in the search results.

  1. The Air Force’s Secret New Fighter Jet: A good example of militry flight secrecy is the Air Force’s secret new fighter jet, which remains undisclosed to the public. The focus on “survivability, lethality, and persistence” in the development of this aircraft raises the possibility that it incorporates cutting-edge technology. The classification of this project as secret indicates a deliberate effort to withhold information, suggesting its potential military significance.
  2. UFOs as Secret U.S. Military Craft: The idea that UFO sightings could be attributed to secret U.S. military craft, as proposed by the inventor of the electromagnetic drive. This viewpoint suggests that some UFO sightings might be misinterpreted advanced aircraft or experimental technologies developed and operated by the military. Given the classified nature of military operations, it is plausible that certain aircraft could exhibit capabilities beyond what is publicly known.
  3. Military Innovation and Technological Change: There has also been a policy brief that discusses military innovation and technological change, particularly in relation to cyber threats. Although the exact content of the policy brief is not explicitly mentioned, it emphasizes the importance of preparing for the next generation of threats. This suggests that governments, including the military, actively engage in the development of advanced technologies to maintain a strategic edge.

Arguments for the fact UFOs are secret military technology

  1. Secrecy and Classification: The fact that the Air Force’s new fighter jet is classified and kept secret indicates a deliberate effort to protect sensitive military technology from public knowledge. This secrecy aligns with the notion that advanced military capabilities are often concealed to maintain a competitive advantage and national security.
  2. Advanced Capabilities: UFO sightings, as proposed by the electromagnetic drive inventor, could potentially involve advanced military aircraft or experimental technologies. The ability to perform maneuvers and exhibit flight characteristics beyond the known capabilities of civilian aircraft suggests the involvement of classified military projects.
  3. Technological Innovation: The focus on military innovation, technological change, and preparation for future threats implies that governments and military institutions actively engage in developing advanced technologies. This includes the exploration of cutting-edge propulsion systems, stealth capabilities, and other advancements that could be the basis for secret military craft and potentially misidentified as UFOs. Thus, SOME UFO sightings are likely military aircraft

Natural Phenomena – Some UFO sightings could be explained by natural phenomena, such as atmospheric anomalies or unusual cloud formations.

Let’s explore the evidence that suggests most UFO sightings can be attributed to natural phenomena.

  1. Pentagon Report and Unexplained Sightings: According to a Pentagon report from 2021, a significant number of UFO sightings remain unexplained, indicating the existence of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP). While the report does not definitively conclude that these sightings are extraterrestrial, it also does not rule out the possibility. However, it is important to note that the term “unexplained” does not necessarily imply extraterrestrial origin but rather a lack of available information or understanding at the time.
  2. NASA Panel Studying UFOs: An independent panel studying UFOs, now referred to as UAP (unidentified anomalous phenomena) by the U.S. government, held its first public meeting. The panel members expressed the scarcity of credible evidence and the need for further investigation to determine the nature of these phenomena. This suggests that the focus is on exploring various possibilities, including natural explanations, rather than exclusively attributing them to extraterrestrial origins.
  3. NASA’s Discussion on UFOs: NASA’s televised meeting on “unidentified anomalous phenomena” indicates a growing openness to discussing and studying these sightings. While the term UFO or UAP implies unidentified objects or phenomena, it does not inherently suggest an extraterrestrial origin. The involvement of NASA suggests a scientific approach to understanding these observations, which includes exploring natural phenomena as potential explanations.

Arguments for Natural Phenomena:

  1. Lack of Definitive Evidence: Despite numerous reported sightings, there remains a scarcity of concrete evidence linking UFOs to extraterrestrial beings. This absence of definitive proof highlights the need for further investigation and consideration of alternative explanations, including natural phenomena.
  2. Historical Examples: Throughout history, many UFO sightings initially deemed mysterious were later identified as natural phenomena. Examples include weather-related optical illusions, astronomical events, atmospheric disturbances, and misidentifications of conventional aircraft or other objects.
  3. Occam’s Razor: Applying Occam’s Razor, which suggests favoring the simplest explanation, natural phenomena provide a straightforward and plausible rationale for UFO sightings. Given the vast complexity of the natural world and the wide range of atmospheric and astronomical phenomena, it is logical to consider that many sightings can be attributed to natural occurrences. Notice Occam’s Razor turns up more than once. We wrote an article about that.

Current State of the Origin Debate:

As to where they come from, from our POV, no one knows. Prominent theories are of course extra-terrestrial, followed by inter-dimensional, and then we get more niche such as aquatic or marine, time travelers, mole people et al. The unexplained is ripe for theory, so we enjoy reading all of these, but it’s important to remember the point of origin of the objects is currently unknown. We’ll be digging more into this and the veracity of individual claims in our case files. After all, now that the government admitted UFOs are real (repeatedly), it might be worth going back through UFO history with a fresh set of eyes and a more open mind.