When discussing credible UFO sightings, it's important to note that "credible" can be subjective and varies based on the source of the report, the level of detail available, and the investigation conducted. Here are ten UFO sightings that have been particularly noted for their credibility due to the witnesses involved or the investigations carried out:
The Rendlesham Forest Incident (1980): Often referred to as "Britain's Roswell," this incident involved multiple military personnel who reported seeing strange lights and a landed craft over several nights in Rendlesham Forest, Suffolk, England.Show More
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Belgian UFO Wave (1989-1990): This series of sightings over Belgium included hundreds of reports from civilians and was backed by radar evidence and involvement of the Belgian Air Force, including jet pursuits of the unidentified objects.Show More
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Phoenix Lights (1997): Thousands of people saw a series of mysterious lights over Phoenix, Arizona, with some witnesses describing a massive V-shaped craft. The event attracted significant media attention and official explanations did not satisfy all observers.Show More
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Washington, D.C. UFO Incident (1952): Radar operators at Washington National Airport and Andrews Air Force Base detected numerous UFOs, which were also sighted visually by pilots and others. Jets were scrambled to intercept but made no contact.Show More
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Vancouver Sighting (1981): A sighting near Vancouver, Canada, involved a pilot and his passengers who observed a metallic disc during daylight. The encounter was well-documented and investigated.Show More
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Malmstrom Air Force Base UFO Incident (1967): Reports suggest that UFOs may have interfered with nuclear missiles at Malmstrom Air Force Base in Montana, leading to missile shutdowns. The account is supported by testimony from military personnel.Show More
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Val Johnson Incident (1979): Deputy Val Johnson reported an encounter with a UFO in Minnesota, resulting in damage to his patrol car and himself. The case is notable for its physical evidence and thorough investigation.Show More
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Tehran UFO Incident (1976): An incident involving the Iranian Air Force where fighter jets were scrambled to intercept a UFO. The pilots experienced electronic malfunctions when approaching the object. The event was extensively documented and acknowledged by international ... Show More
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Chicago O'Hare Airport Sighting (2006): Multiple witnesses, including United Airlines employees and pilots, reported a dark grey disc hovering over Concourse C of Chicago's O'Hare Airport before rapidly shooting upwards and disappearing.Show More
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Shag Harbour Incident (1967): Known as the "Canadian Roswell," this sighting involved multiple witnesses observing a large object crashing into Shag Harbour, Nova Scotia. A search operation ensued, and while an initial conclusion suggested it was a meteorite, ... Show More
+ Comment ( 1 )+ Votes ( 2 )Each of these cases has contributed significantly to the ongoing debate about UFOs and their potential origins. Despite extensive investigations, many of these incidents remain unexplained, leaving room for speculation and further inquiry.