A classified military operation took an unexpected turn when a US Air Force pilot encountered an unidentified flying object during a routine flight over California.
According to Daily Mail, the pilot, identified as 'Troy 21,' reported a football-sized dark gray cylindrical object that passed dangerously close to his aircraft's wing during a secret mission on September 17, 2024.
The incident gained significant attention after former FBI agent Ben Hansen obtained an audio recording of the pilot's communication with air traffic control in Los Angeles. The recording captured the pilot's bewilderment as he described the mysterious object that came within 10 feet of his aircraft while flying at supersonic speed.
Military pilot describes mysterious object encounter
The pilot immediately reported the sighting to local air traffic control, expressing his confusion about the nature of the object. Air traffic controllers questioned whether the object could have been a drone, but the pilot remained uncertain.
Former FBI agent Hansen, who now hosts 'UFO Witness' on Discovery+, analyzed the incident and concluded that the object's behavior defied conventional explanations. According to his assessment, the UFO demonstrated extraordinary capabilities by traveling approximately 60 miles within two minutes, suggesting it moved at twice the speed of sound.
Troy 21 spoke to air traffic control about his experience:
This is going to sound weird, but I just had something pass underneath my wing, maybe a football-sized object right underneath my wing.
Advanced radar system tracks unusual aerial phenomenon
The military aircraft involved in the incident was a Beechcraft 350C, specially modified with sophisticated radar equipment for Department of Homeland Security operations. The plane's advanced technology allowed the crew to track the object's movements.
The encounter occurred at an altitude of 20,000 feet in broad daylight, raising concerns about safety in controlled airspace. Hansen emphasized that any aircraft operating in that area would have required proper authorization and notification.
Air traffic controllers later dismissed the incident, stating that while a UFO had been reported, the situation was "taken care of" and the object had disappeared. The incident was subsequently reported to the National UFO Reporting Center, recognized by the Federal Aviation Administration as an official channel for such reports.
Government officials push for UFO disclosure
The incident has attracted attention from government officials, including Florida congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna. Following classified meetings with Air Force whistleblowers, Luna expressed her belief that UFOs encountered by military personnel are "of non-human origin."
Recent developments suggest the possibility of significant UFO-related revelations in the near future. There are expectations that the Trump administration may declassify government information about UFOs and alien encounters.
The incident highlights ongoing concerns about unauthorized objects in restricted airspace and their potential implications for national security.
Government investigation moves forward
The September 2024 UFO encounter over California remains under scrutiny as military officials and UFO experts analyze the incident. The Air Force pilot's report, supported by sophisticated radar tracking and audio evidence, has become part of the growing collection of credible UFO sightings by military personnel.
The case has sparked renewed interest in government transparency regarding unidentified aerial phenomena, with political figures advocating for greater disclosure of classified information. As investigations continue, the incident adds to the mounting evidence that challenges conventional explanations for these aerial encounters.
