UFO hearing: Eyewitnesses describe encounters with "non human" entities to Congress | FULL

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Key legislators, officials, and witnesses participated in a bipartisan hearing to address the lack of transparency surrounding Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs), emphasizing the need for data-driven approaches, increased awareness, and collaboration between scientific and government entities. Testimonies revealed encounters with UAPs, urging for a centralized reporting system, fair investigation, and declassification of crucial information to enhance public trust and understanding of these phenomena.

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Lack of transparency around UAPs has led to public distrust in institutions and fueled speculation for decades.
The formation of the All Domain Anomaly Resolution Officer (AARO) under the National Defense Authorization Act of 2022 aims to coordinate UAP detection and investigation efforts.
Witnesses, including military veterans and commercial pilots, stress the need for transparency, a centralized reporting system, and objective reporting processes for UAP sightings to enhance safety and understanding.

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Recent questions

What is the purpose of the subcommittee hearing?
To discuss unidentified anomalous phenomena.
Who established the All Domain Anomaly Resolution Officer (AARO)?
The National Defense Authorization Act of 2022.
What is NASA's role in studying UAPs?
Leading an independent study on UAPs.
Why is transparency crucial in UAP discussions?
To address public distrust and misinformation.
What is the goal of bipartisan efforts in Congress regarding UAPs?
To increase awareness and mandate declassification.

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Summary

00:00

"Congressional Hearing on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena"

Mr. Burchard of Tennessee, Miss Lunov of Florida, Mr. Getza of Florida, Mr. Burleson of Missouri, Mrs. Ocasio-Cortez of New York, and Mr. Ogles of Tennessee are participating in today's subcommittee hearing.
Both the chair and ranking member will have 10 minutes for opening remarks, with the possibility of sharing time with other party members.
The subcommittee on National Security of the board in foreign affairs is discussing unidentified anomalous phenomena.
The lack of transparency regarding UAPs has fueled speculation and debate for decades, eroding public trust in institutions.
The National Defense Authorization Act of 2022 established the All Domain Anomaly Resolution Officer (AARO) to coordinate efforts to detect and investigate UAPs.
NASA is leading an independent study on UAPs to shed light on the topic.
The Biden Administration's handling of the Chinese spy balloon incident showed a lack of transparency.
Congress recognizes UAPs as multifaceted and requires a data-driven approach.
The American people largely believe the government is hiding information about UAPs.
The bipartisan hearing aims to cut through misinformation and look at the facts in a serious and thoughtful manner.

14:57

UAP Transparency Vital for National Security

Department of Defense is hesitant to share information that could undermine national security by revealing capabilities of aircraft and sensors
Many believe withholding information on UAPs is dangerous and transparency is crucial
Sensors detect unexplainable things that may pose a threat to military or civilian aircraft
Director of the all domain anomaly resolution office found no evidence of extraterrestrial life
Stigma around reporting and investigating UAPs hinders getting real answers
Bipartisan efforts in Congress seek to increase awareness of UAPs and mandate declassification
Importance of fair and open look at evidence from witnesses with unique perspectives
Transparency is crucial as UAP sightings are routine and underreported
Excessive classification practices keep crucial information hidden
Commercial pilots and military veterans have reported UAP encounters, urging transparency and action

30:34

"Whistleblower reveals UAP crash retrieval program"

The speaker, a former member of the UAP task force, served in the U.S. Air Force and the National Reconnaissance Office in a reserve capacity.
In 2019, the UAP task force director tasked the speaker with identifying special access programs and controlled access programs to fulfill their mission.
The speaker, due to extensive intelligence duties, had access to all relevant compartments and was in a position of trust.
The speaker learned of a multi-decade UAP crash retrieval and reverse engineering program but was denied further access.
Based on collected data, the speaker reported the information to superiors and inspectors general, becoming a whistleblower.
The speaker faced retaliation for their decision but hopes for increased transparency as a positive outcome.
Another speaker, a retired Navy commander, recounted a 2004 encounter with a UAP while commanding Strike Fighter Squadron 41.
The UAP was observed descending rapidly from over 80,000 feet, displaying unusual movements over the water.
The UAP accelerated and disappeared when approached by the speaker's aircraft, leaving no trace behind.
The incident was not investigated at the time but gained attention later, leading to further discussions on UAP encounters and the need for oversight and transparency.

44:32

UFO Sightings: Military and Commercial Pilot Reports

Personal experience with UFO sightings in 2014-2015, followed by others sharing similar experiences in military and commercial aviation.
Veterans reported sightings continuing from 2019-2020, becoming a generational issue for Naval aviators on the Eastern Seaboard.
Inclusion of sightings in briefings for new students and notices to Airmen to prevent accidents.
Lack of a reporting system for commercial aviators to report UFO sightings.
Need for a centralized repository for reports from military and commercial aviation to investigate UFO sightings.
Commercial pilots reaching out due to lack of reporting system for safety issues related to UFO encounters.
Proposal for a safe and transparent reporting process for both commercial and military pilots regarding UFO sightings.
Recommendation for a sensor-centric operation to make reporting objective.
UFO sightings involved objects with capabilities beyond current technology, witnessed by commercial and military pilots.
Witness accounts of UFO sightings being outside the scope of known technology, with objects performing unexplainable maneuvers.

59:02

"UFO Sightings: Military, Fear, and Technology"

Mr. Fravor and six others, including senior military personnel, have been treated well after coming forward with their experiences regarding UFO sightings.
Mr. Fravor found the technology witnessed during the UFO sighting to be incredible and unlike anything known.
Mr. Grush has faced fear for his life due to addressing UFO-related issues.
There is uncertainty about whether NHIs are collaborating with adversarial foreign governments in technology exchange programs.
Dr. Kirkpatrick did not find evidence of UAPs, despite being briefed on concerns by Mr. Grush.
Mr. Grush received prior approval from the Defense Department to speak on certain issues.
At Vandenberg Air Force Base, Boeing contractors witnessed a large, red square-shaped object hovering over a launch facility.
The object seen at Vandenberg Air Force Base was estimated to be the size of a football field.
The Gimbal video footage shows an object rocking before the video ends, with radar data recommended for further analysis.
Commercial airline pilots have received cease and desist letters for reporting UAP sightings, indicating corporate prioritization over safety.

01:15:39

"NASA and Harvard Investigate UAP Phenomenon"

National Intelligence released a preliminary report on UAP events.
NASA administrator Bill Nelson announced NASA's investigation into UAP events.
NASA was urged to be fully funded, with UAP research being a significant reason.
NASA formed an independent study team in response to UAP events.
Harvard University initiated the Galileo project in 2021 to study UAP origins.
Military pilots sharing UAP experiences positively impacted scientific research.
Seeking scientists for advisory boards is crucial for UAP research.
Congress can facilitate partnerships between the scientific community and UAP focus groups.
Defense contractor companies are involved in UAP-related programs.
FAA lacks an official process to receive UAP reports from pilots.

01:31:15

Navy's UAP Reporting and Transparency Efforts

Initial procedures implemented within the United States Navy include a range value report gathering information from Pilots.
A service-wide reporting mechanism is pending, seen as a crucial next step for gathering information and reducing stigma.
Training range reports sometimes lack sensor data attachment, highlighting the need for a system handling multiple data classifications.
Concerns arise regarding the F-35's data retrieval challenges due to not being built as an ISR platform.
Emphasis is placed on acknowledging and collecting data from training range reports to back up visual sightings.
Discussion on the 2019 classification guidelines for UAPs and the need for transparency with the American people.
Calls for declassifying videos of UAP incidents to allow public access while masking sensitive data.
Criticism of over-classification of UAP-related materials, hindering accessibility and research.
Lack of encouragement for reporting UAP incidents may be impeding transparency with the public and Congress.
Testimonies from witnesses recount UAP incidents, including disabling of aircraft systems and sightings of anomalous craft formations.

01:47:11

Declassified Encounter: Tic Tac UFO Investigation

Encounter with Tic Tac took over 15 years to be declassified
Footage of encounter was ignored and not reported
Personal leadership at NGA tried to investigate UAP reports
Certain elected leaders may have withheld information from Congress
Government potentially in possession of non-human spacecraft
Recovered biologics from crashed craft were non-human
Documentation of encounters needs to be discussed in a secure setting
Specific individuals need to be called in for further hearings on UAPs
Commander Fraver's background includes Naval Academy and private sector work
Encounter with Tic Tac occurred during air defense training off San Diego coast

02:03:47

Witness testimony supports UAP investigation transparency.

Witness had a general belief in the existence of extraterrestrial life before 2004 but was not actively involved in UFO discussions.
Witness experienced an event beyond current scientific capabilities, leading to a belief in an extraordinary occurrence.
Witness refrains from discussing classified matters based on security review but is willing to engage in closed sessions.
Commercial pilots have encountered similar sightings but have limitations in range and sensors compared to military pilots.
Witness describes a vivid sighting of cube-like objects near a mid-air incident, with detailed features and proximity.
Witness came forward to assist colleagues in mitigating safety threats due to lack of solutions.
Witness emphasizes the importance of factual reporting without speculation for accurate investigations.
The hearing was bipartisan and significant, with a call for continued investigation, transparency, and media involvement in reporting on UAPs.

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