Unidentified Aerial Phenomena Research Gathers Momentum

targeting pod image
A targeting pod image captured by an F/A-18F crew flying from the USS Theodore Roosevelt in January 2015.
Credit: U.S. Navy
Amid mounting speculation over the true nature of unidentified aerial phenomena and potential threats to air safety and national security, a group of scientists and researchers are advocating for greater civilian involvement to help steer government research into recent and ongoing events. The group...
Guy Norris

Guy is a Senior Editor for Aviation Week, covering technology and propulsion. He is based in Colorado Springs.

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