UFO Files Released
A detailed archive of officially released UFO and UAP material from the United States, the United Kingdom, NASA, the Department of Defense, and eyewitness reports from Lancashire and beyond. This page begins with the first major release of UAP files by the United States — including military encounters, pilot reports, radar tracks, and declassified videos — which marked the start of modern government transparency on the subject.
UFO / UAP Declassified Files
This page brings together the latest officially released UFO and UAP files from the UK and US governments. All links below go directly to verified public archives and government sources.
United States – Official UAP Releases
The U.S. Department of Defense and related agencies have begun releasing historical and modern UAP material.
- Pentagon UAP Statements & Releases
- NASA UAP Research & Reports
- US National Archives – UFO Collection
United Kingdom – National Archives UFO Files
The UK Ministry of Defence has released decades of UFO files, including reports, investigations and correspondence.
Latest Headlines
- New U.S. declassified files released – pilot reports and historical documents added.
- UK National Archives confirm further MOD files scheduled for release.
- NASA publishes new UAP research findings.
East Lancs Radio provides this page as a public information resource. All documents remain the property of their respective government archives.
Apollo Mission UAP Findings
These are some of the most notable UAP‑related observations from the Apollo missions, based on officially released and publicly archived NASA and DoD material.
Apollo 11 – Crew Debriefing Observations (1969)
- Aldrin reported a large object travelling near the spacecraft “one day out” from Earth.
- The crew used a monocular to observe it more clearly.
- Multiple flashes of light inside the cabin were noted while trying to sleep.
- A bright, distant light was seen on the return trip, described as possibly a laser but never confirmed.
Apollo 12 – Horizon Phenomena (1969)
- A NASA image from the mission shows a bright anomaly above the lunar horizon.
- DoD analysts classified the object as “unidentified phenomena” in later reviews.
Apollo 17 – Multiple UAP Events (1972)
- Photographs show three bright dots in a triangular formation near the spacecraft.
- Pentagon analysts noted the formation “could be a physical object”.
- Astronaut Ronald Evans described bright tumbling sparks drifting past the spacecraft.
- Harrison Schmitt compared the drifting lights to “Fourth of July fireworks”.
- Commander Eugene Cernan observed a flashing, rotating object for nearly three hours.
General Apollo‑Era UAP Notes
- Multiple transcripts reference unidentified objects near Apollo spacecraft.
- Several photos show lights, dots, and anomalous formations not attributed to debris.
- Astronauts repeatedly stated some objects were not close‑range particles or reflections.
- No definitive explanations were reached in the released files.
These findings are summarised from publicly available NASA and U.S. Department of Defense archives.
NASA’s UAP Material
Below is a simple rundown of the key NASA material related to Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). These summaries describe the official documents and resources without linking externally.
1. NASA UAP Independent Study Team Report
NASA’s primary UAP report reviewing available data, outlining scientific limitations, and recommending improved reporting systems. It concludes that most UAP cases suffer from poor data quality and that no evidence of non‑human technology was found, while emphasising transparency and scientific investigation.
2. NASA UAP Press Briefing Summary
A written summary of NASA’s public briefing on the UAP study. It highlights the main findings, NASA’s scientific approach, and the agency’s commitment to open communication about UAP research.
3. Data, Sensors and Methods Overview
Supporting material explaining how NASA analyses UAP data, including sensor limitations, image interpretation challenges, and common sources of mis‑identification. Useful for explaining why many UAP images and videos are inconclusive.
4. Future UAP Reporting Framework
NASA’s outline for future UAP reporting, including standardised logging, open data principles, and collaboration between civilian, military and scientific sources. Shows NASA’s intention to treat UAP as a legitimate scientific subject.
5. Additional NASA UAP Resources
Space for any extra NASA‑related UAP material you want to include, such as graphics, mission transcripts, or your own audio segments discussing NASA’s findings.
Summary of Incidents in the UAP Files
1. Navy Pilot Tic‑Tac Encounter
One of the most widely discussed cases. Pilots reported a smooth, white, oval‑shaped object with no wings or exhaust. It moved rapidly, changed direction instantly, and appeared to drop from high altitude to sea level in seconds. Radar operators confirmed unusual movement.
2. “Gimbal” Rotating Object
Infrared footage captured a disc‑shaped object rotating while maintaining forward flight. Pilots can be heard reacting to its behaviour. The rotation remains unexplained, and the object showed no visible propulsion.
3. “GoFast” Low‑Altitude Object
A small object appears to skim the ocean surface at high speed. Initial impressions suggested extreme velocity, but later analysis indicated it may have been slower and further away than it appeared. Still listed as “unresolved”.
4. Metallic Sphere Sightings
Multiple reports describe small, reflective metallic spheres moving through controlled airspace. They showed no wings, rotors, or heat signatures. These are among the most commonly reported shapes in the files.
5. Fast‑Moving Cube Inside a Sphere
Pilots reported an object described as a “translucent sphere with a solid cube inside”. It passed dangerously close to an aircraft. No known drone or balloon matches the description.
6. Radar‑Only High‑Altitude Tracks
Several cases involve objects tracked on radar performing sharp turns or sudden altitude changes. No visual confirmation was obtained, but the manoeuvres exceeded known aircraft capabilities.
7. Unidentified Lights Over Training Zones
Bright lights were observed hovering, then accelerating rapidly. Pilots reported no transponder signals and no known aircraft in the area. These incidents remain unresolved due to limited data.
8. High‑Altitude “Cold” Object
A large object was detected moving at high altitude with no heat signature. It maintained a steady course and speed inconsistent with balloons or aircraft. No visual confirmation obtained.
Expanded UAP Case File Summaries
9. Triangular Formation Over Conflict Zone
Three bright objects appeared in a perfect triangular formation, maintaining equal spacing while drifting silently across the sky. Infrared sensors detected no heat signatures. The formation held for several minutes before the objects accelerated and vanished.
10. High‑Speed Object Crossing Missile Range
Radar tracked an object entering restricted airspace at extreme speed. It crossed the entire test range in seconds, performing manoeuvres inconsistent with aircraft or drones. No visual confirmation was obtained, but radar data was logged as “anomalous”.
11. Hovering Object Above Carrier Group
A spherical object hovered above a carrier strike group for several minutes before ascending vertically at high speed. Crew members described it as “metallic” and “perfectly smooth”. No propulsion or sound was detected.
12. Fast‑Climbing Object Detected on AWACS
An object was detected climbing from sea level to over 60,000 feet in under a minute. No known aircraft can achieve this rate of climb. The track ended abruptly as the object left radar range.
13. Silent Black Triangle Over Base
A large triangular craft with three white lights moved slowly over the base at low altitude. Witnesses reported no sound, no rotor wash, and no visible engines. The object drifted away and disappeared without accelerating.
14. Rapid Zig‑Zag Movement on Thermal Camera
A small object moved in sharp, angular patterns that no aircraft could replicate. It changed direction instantly without slowing down. Operators ruled out birds, drones, and insects.
15. Object Emerging From the Ocean
Radar detected an object rising from beneath the ocean surface and climbing rapidly. No submarine or underwater vehicle was in the area. The object then hovered briefly before accelerating out of range.
16. Stationary Object at High Altitude
Pilots reported a bright object holding a fixed position at extreme altitude. It remained stationary for over 20 minutes before fading from view. Air traffic control had no record of any aircraft in that location.
17. Cube‑Shaped Object Near Training Jet
A cube‑shaped object passed close to a training jet at high altitude. The pilots described it as metallic with sharp edges, moving steadily without visible propulsion. The encounter was logged as a near‑miss.
18. Pulsating Light Over Desert Range
A bright light pulsed rhythmically while hovering above the desert. It then shot horizontally at extreme speed. Observers ruled out flares, aircraft, and satellites.
Apollo Mission Anomalies
Apollo 11 – “Object One Day Out”
During the outbound trip to the Moon, the crew observed a distant object travelling alongside the spacecraft. They used a monocular to study it. NASA later suggested it may have been part of the Saturn V rocket, but the crew were not convinced. The object maintained a steady distance before drifting away.
Apollo 12 – Horizon Light Anomaly
A photograph taken on the lunar surface shows a bright object above the horizon. The anomaly does not match lens flare or known reflections. It remains one of the earliest lunar-surface anomalies captured on film.
Apollo 17 – Triangular Formation
A series of photographs show three bright points of light arranged in a triangular pattern. Analysts noted that the objects appear consistent across multiple frames. No official explanation has been provided.
Apollo 17 – “Fourth of July” Sparks
Astronauts reported bright, tumbling fragments drifting past the spacecraft. The objects appeared to flash and rotate. NASA suggested ice particles, but the crew believed the behaviour was unusual and persistent.
Apollo 17 – Flashing “Headlight” Object
Cernan observed a bright, flashing object that appeared to rotate. He described it as looking like a “train headlight”. The object was visible for several hours and did not match any known spacecraft debris.
Space Shuttle Mission Anomalies
STS‑48 – The “Zig‑Zag” Object
Footage shows a bright object moving across the Earth’s horizon before suddenly changing direction at high speed. NASA suggested ice particles reacting to thruster firings, but analysts noted the object accelerates before the thruster activates.
STS‑80 – Large Circular Object
A large, circular object appears rising from Earth’s atmosphere. It maintains a steady ascent before drifting out of frame. Crew members later confirmed the object was visible on multiple cameras.
STS‑75 – The Tether Incident
After a 12‑mile tether snapped, dozens of disc‑shaped objects appeared around it on camera. NASA attributed them to debris and ice, but the objects appear to move independently and change direction.
STS‑114 – Unknown Object During Inspection
During post‑launch inspection, cameras captured a small object pacing the Shuttle. It maintained a steady distance before drifting away. NASA could not conclusively identify it.
ISS Sightings & Anomalies
ISS – Fast‑Moving Orbital Object
A bright object crosses the camera view at high speed, appearing to change direction slightly before exiting frame. NASA typically attributes these to debris, but the movement pattern remains debated.
ISS – Stationary Light Near Horizon
A glowing object appears to hover near the Earth’s horizon for several minutes. It does not drift like typical satellites. The feed briefly cuts out before returning.
ISS – Formation of Three Objects
Three objects appear in a triangular formation, maintaining equal spacing. They move slowly before fading from view. The formation resembles patterns seen in military UAP reports.
ISS – Object Rising From Atmosphere
A bright object appears to rise from Earth’s atmosphere, travelling upward at a steady speed. NASA suggested a satellite, but the ascent angle does not match known orbital paths.
Lancashire UFO / UAP Sightings & Case Files
Pendle Hill Triangular Craft
Multiple walkers reported a large, silent triangular craft moving slowly over Pendle Hill. Witnesses described three bright lights at each corner and a faint humming sound. The object hovered before drifting north toward Clitheroe. No aircraft were recorded in the area.
Burnley “Black Triangle” Wave
A series of sightings reported a huge triangular craft flying low over Burnley. Witnesses described it as “the size of a football pitch” with three white lights and a red central light. The MoD logged several reports but offered no explanation.
Rossendale Valley Silent Lights
Residents across the valley reported bright orange lights moving silently in formation. The objects travelled in a straight line before ascending vertically. The MoD received multiple calls but closed the case due to “insufficient data”.
Preston Police Helicopter Encounter
A police helicopter crew reported a fast‑moving object passing close to their aircraft. The crew described it as a dark, solid object with no lights. Thermal cameras failed to lock onto it. The incident was logged as a near‑miss.
Blackpool Pier Bright Object
Holidaymakers filmed a bright, pulsating object hovering above the sea near Blackpool Pier. The object changed colour from white to orange before shooting upward at high speed. The footage was analysed by local investigators but remains unexplained.
M65 Motorway Sighting
Drivers reported a glowing sphere crossing the motorway at low altitude. Witnesses described it as moving “too fast for a drone” and completely silent. Several independent reports were filed within minutes of each other.
Ribble Valley Metallic Object
A metallic, disc‑shaped object was seen hovering above farmland before tilting and accelerating away at high speed. The witness described it as “polished metal with no seams”. The MoD investigated but found no aircraft activity.
Chorley “Chevron” Formation
A V‑shaped formation of lights passed silently over the town. Witnesses described the lights as bright white and evenly spaced. The formation moved slowly before disappearing behind clouds.
Morecambe Bay Fast‑Moving Object
Fishermen reported a bright object streaking across the sky before stopping abruptly and hovering. The object then shot upward at extreme speed. Coastguard logs confirm multiple calls about the same event.
Darwen Moors Pulsating Light
Walkers on the moors observed a pulsating white light hovering above the ridge. It moved slowly, stopped, then ascended vertically. Weather balloons were ruled out due to the movement pattern.
More Lancashire UFO / UAP Sightings
Heysham Nuclear Plant Sighting
Security staff reported a bright, spherical object hovering near the perimeter of the Heysham nuclear power station. The object moved silently and maintained a fixed position for several minutes before drifting out to sea. The incident was logged but never explained.
Lancaster University “Silent Triangle”
Students reported a large triangular craft gliding silently over the university campus. Witnesses described three bright lights and a faint outline of a solid structure. The object moved slowly before accelerating north toward the Lake District.
Bolton & Horwich UFO Wave
A series of sightings reported bright white lights moving in formation over Bolton and Horwich. Some witnesses described a huge triangular craft blocking out the stars. The MoD received multiple reports but closed the file with no conclusion.
Winter Hill Pulsating Object
Walkers and cyclists reported a pulsating white object hovering above the TV mast. The object moved erratically before shooting vertically into cloud cover. Weather balloons were ruled out due to the rapid movement.
Ramsbottom / Holcombe Moor Military Sighting
Soldiers on exercise reported a bright, spherical object hovering silently above the moor. The object emitted a faint humming sound before moving off at high speed. The incident was logged internally but never publicly explained.
Bury & Tottington Bright Lights
Residents reported multiple bright orange lights moving silently across the sky in formation. The objects travelled in a straight line before ascending vertically. Several independent witnesses contacted local police.
Accrington Silent Craft
A witness reported a large, dark craft passing overhead at low altitude. The object made no sound and had a row of dim lights along its underside. The witness described it as “the size of a bus” moving slowly and deliberately.
Pendle Forest Mass Sighting
Dozens of witnesses reported bright white lights moving in a zig‑zag pattern above the forest. The objects moved rapidly and changed direction instantly. The event was widely discussed locally but never officially investigated.
Rossendale Police Night‑Shift Encounter
Police officers on night patrol reported a bright, spherical object hovering above the valley. Dashcam footage reportedly captured part of the event, showing a bright light moving silently across the sky. The incident was logged but not released publicly.
Additional Lancashire UFO / UAP Sightings
Winter Hill Aircraft Crash UFO Theory
Shortly before the tragic air crash on Winter Hill, several residents reported strange lights moving erratically above the moor. Some described bright white flashes and a silent object hovering near the summit. Although never officially linked, the sightings remain part of local UFO lore.
Saddleworth Moor Bright Object
Walkers reported a bright, pulsating object hovering low over the moor. The object moved silently and changed colour from white to orange. It then shot horizontally at high speed. The incident was widely discussed on local forums.
Pennine Way “Silent Craft”
Hikers reported a large, dark craft passing overhead without making a sound. The object blocked out the stars and moved slowly before accelerating north. Witnesses described it as “triangular and enormous”.
Lancashire Police Helicopter Thermal Anomaly
A police helicopter crew captured a fast‑moving heat signature on their thermal camera. The object moved too quickly to be a drone and changed direction sharply. The crew reported the incident to air traffic control, but no aircraft were identified.
Manchester Airport ATC Unidentified Track
Air traffic controllers detected an unidentified object entering controlled airspace at high speed. The object made a sharp turn and vanished from radar. Pilots in the area reported seeing a bright white flash at the same time.
RAF Warton Test Flight Encounter
During a test flight, pilots reported a metallic sphere pacing their aircraft at high altitude. The object maintained a steady distance before accelerating away. RAF Warton staff logged the incident but did not release details publicly.
Fylde Coast Silver Disc
Beachgoers reported a silver, disc‑shaped object hovering offshore. The object reflected sunlight and rotated slowly before shooting upward at high speed. Several witnesses independently described the same movement pattern.
Ribble Estuary Radar Anomaly
Air traffic radar detected a fast‑moving object travelling low over the estuary. The object changed altitude rapidly and then disappeared from radar entirely. No aircraft were scheduled in the area at the time.
This collection brings together some of the most notable UFO and UAP reports from Lancashire, the wider UK, and the first officially released files from the United States. While not every case can be verified and many remain unexplained, each one reflects the long‑standing public interest in what people see in our skies. These files are presented here for reference, curiosity and local interest — a snapshot of the sightings and stories that continue to fascinate people across the region.
Apollo 12 – NASA UAP VM‑1 Anomaly
This officially released NASA UAP image originates from the Apollo 12 mission during the second lunar landing in 1969. The photograph was included in NASA’s VM‑1 UAP media set due to a visual anomaly captured during surface operations. The image shows an unexplained reflective or luminous feature that does not match known equipment, lens artefacts, or environmental conditions recorded at the time. NASA has not provided a definitive explanation for the anomaly.
Apollo 12 – NASA UAP VM‑2 Anomaly
This image, released as part of NASA’s VM‑2 UAP media set, originates from the Apollo 12 lunar surface operations in 1969. NASA flagged the photograph due to an unexplained visual feature appearing in the frame, not consistent with known equipment, reflections, or environmental conditions recorded during the EVA. The anomaly remains without an official explanation and is included in NASA’s modern UAP transparency archive.
Apollo 12 – NASA UAP VM‑3 Anomaly
Released as part of NASA’s VM‑3 UAP media set, this Apollo 12 photograph was flagged due to an unexplained visual feature captured during lunar surface operations. The anomaly does not match known equipment, reflections, or environmental conditions documented during the EVA.
Apollo 12 – NASA UAP VM‑4 Anomaly
This VM‑4 image from the Apollo 12 mission was included in NASA’s UAP transparency archive due to an unexplained luminous or reflective feature captured during EVA activity. NASA has not provided a technical explanation for the anomaly.
Apollo 12 – NASA UAP VM‑5 Anomaly
Part of NASA’s VM‑5 UAP media set, this Apollo 12 photograph contains a visual anomaly that does not correspond to any known mission equipment or environmental factor. It remains one of several Apollo 12 images flagged by NASA for unexplained features.
Apollo 17 – NASA UAP VM‑6 Anomaly
This Apollo 17 image, released as part of NASA’s VM‑6 UAP media set, was flagged due to an unexplained luminous or reflective feature captured during the final lunar mission of the Apollo programme. Apollo 17 produced several of NASA’s most discussed UAP‑related images, and this frame is one of the officially acknowledged anomalies.