It is a solid foundation of research for those who are interested in the us air forces involvement with the ufo phenomenon. Between 1947 and 1969, the air force recorded 12,618 sightings of strange phenomena 701 of which remain. Air forces official ufoinvestigation program, known as project blue book, came to the following set of conclusions. Jan 22, 2020 all of project blue book documentation is available on 94 rolls of microfilm t1206 with the case files and the administrative records. Comprehensive catalog of 1,700 project blue book ufo. The one thing about these briefings that never failed to amaze me, although it happened time and time again, was the interest in ufos within scientific circles. No, that new alien interview from project blue book isn. An official investigation by the cia into the existence of ufos, aliens and all the other eerie stuff. Project blue book was one of a series of systematic studies of unidentified flying objects ufos conducted by the united states air force.
No, that new alien interview from project blue book isnt real. Project blue book unidentified flying objects national. The cias declassified ufo files are now available online good. On december 17, 1969, the secretary of the air force announced the termination of project blue book, the air force program for the investigation of ufos. The cias declassified ufo files are now available online. The project blue book archive is a new website which will provide free online access to the national archives blue book microfilm collection, and has so far posted about 10% of the blue book microfilm.
Between 1947 and 1969, the air force recorded 12,618 sightings of. Project blue book the official story alien ufo truth. Apr 18, 2017 femas blue book is a tool ctps can use for better understanding of the value of their mapping activities contributed for risk map projects. Compiled by don berliner, for the fund for ufo research the conclusions or views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the fund for ufo research, inc.
Many such cases cited insufficient data or evidence. The project was charged with scientifically analyzing ufo data to determine whether ufos. Blue book look a similar view about the cia assertion is held by ufo photo analyst bruce maccabee, who analyzed the data and concluded that the cias explanation is preposterous. An effort, which many claimed was designed not to discover the truth, but cover it up. Project blue book episode the washington merrygoround takes from the unidentified flying objects that flew around the nations capital in july of 1952. Project blue book was the inspiration for the 19781979 tv show project u. Its what blue book network premier members use to quickly drill through thousands of projects to find those that meet their companys specific needs. For him, it was a side gig as he continued to teach and to pursue other, nonufo research, at ohio state. The files surrounding the investigation of the sightings are all included in the project blue book files.
Jan 19, 2015 project blue book was based at wrightpatterson air force base near dayton, ohio. Topics include kenneth arnold and the sighting that started it all, ufologys first martyr, the mystery of the lubbock lights, of monsters, little green men, and the ufo insignia at socorro, the night ufos buzzed the white house, deriving a model ufo from 12 top cases of unknowns, the findings of project sign and much more. Similarly to the robertson panel, blue book would eventually classify more than 90. How to investigate a flying saucer central intelligence agency. Jul 06, 2016 project blue book was one of a series of systematic studies of unidentified flying objects ufos conducted by the united states air force u. The history channels project blue book sdcc activation. Project sign and the investigations that would follow it including project blue book would be the twentytwo yearlong effort by the air force to deal with the ufo problem. But even some of the closed cases raise more questions than answers for ufo researchers. Plus bidscopes new relationship manager lets you search and follow the people you want to. Chief of project blue book, from his book, the report on unidentified flying objects, 1956.
Nov 29, 2015 this feature is not available right now. The blue book network captures over 200,000 new projects each year, many containing full plans and specifications. The records include approximately 2 cubic feet of unarranged project or administrative files, 37 cubic feet of case files in which individual sightings are arranged chronologically, and 3 cubic feet of records relating to the office of special investigations. Bluebooking your project first gives you an estimated cost and knowledge to help you better plan and negotiate costs. Includes hundreds of primary documents, including radar images, photographs. The blue book of building and construction, was a yellow pageslike buyers guide of company information targeted towards commercial construction, first published in 19 the guide contains information on architects, contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, vendors, and other companies relevant to the commercial bidding and build proc. It relates to the usaf investigations of ufos from 1947 to 1969. During its operation, project blue book investigated a number of highprofile ufo cases, including the lubbock lights. Mar 17, 2019 project blue book episode the washington merrygoround takes from the unidentified flying objects that flew around the nations capital in july of 1952. Project blue book was also the precursor of project sign, another air force operation from 1947 regarded as a genuine attempt to document flying disks in an exhaustive scientific manner, using some of the brightest minds from the scientific and military environment.
Jan 15, 2020 hynek joined project blue book in 1952 and would remain with it until its demise in 1969. Comprehensive catalog of 2,200 project blue book ufo unknowns. Sep 28, 2016 during its operation, project blue book investigated a number of highprofile ufo cases, including the lubbock lights. Project blue book was based at wrightpatterson air force base near dayton, ohio. The project was charged with scientifically analyzing ufo data to. The first was project sign, which began in 1947, then grudge, which ran from 1949 to 1951, and the final project, blue book, ran from 1951 to 1969. Thus began another age of debunkery and secretiveness in the area of official ufo research. Project blue book was one of a series of systematic studies of unidentified flying objects ufos. Here are the actual events behind historys popular new series on the air forces program to investigate and debunk u.
Using case reports and the computerized data, battelle then conducted a massive scientific and statistical study of all air force ufo cases. Ufo sightings during nato war games in 1952 set the stage for the season finale of project blue book, the history channels series about the. Usaf ufo project blue book files go online for free. The cias legendary project blue book is now fully declassified and available to read online. The service began project blue book in 1952 as a systematic study of unidentified flying object sightings. Documentation regarding the former blue book investigation was permanently transferred to the modern military branch, national archives and records service, and is available for public. Project blue book unidentified flying objects national archives. Allen hynek aidan gillen and captain michael quinn michael. Its enough to make mulder and scully seethe with envy. Of thousands of cases, experts tell the bbc, hundreds remain. New codes for itrf2014 orbits and geoid18 are now available.
Watched 1015 seconds while ten very light objects, with two dark forms to their left, moved like a swarm of bees to the. While project blue book continued to be praised as the open information source of the investigation of ufo activity, the internal orders were to decrease or completely eliminate any unexplainable sightings and most of the following press reports were to be issued as natural. Jan 26, 2015 according to greenewald and rojas, more than 700 project blue book entries could not ultimately be explained by investigators. According to greenewald and rojas, more than 700 project blue book entries could not ultimately be explained by investigators. Nearly,000 pages of declassified air force files on ufo sightings are now available online. A tough us air force officer and a skeptical scientist investigate. Chapter 4 replaces chapter 2 horizontal control data. Also included is a listing of uforelated materials currently available. Indeed, between 1952 and its termination in 1969, the u.
Alien captured and tested project blue book youtube. The unexplained ufo reports from the files of the u. Ufo invasion of nato war games revealed in project blue book. E stimating the value of partner co projects blue book. Over the next 17 years, project blue book would compile reports of 12,618 ufo sightings or related events. Unidentified flying objects and air force project blue book. Estimate specific project costs before talking to a professional line item labor and material priced to the zip code. Its latest drama, project blue book falls under the same umbrella. Volume i global navigation satellite system control. Air force fact sheet on ufos and project blue book reference. That was a particularly painful blow for project blue book fans, who were left with a huge season 2 finale cliffhanger revolving around captain michael quinn michael malarkey, one half of the shows dynamic.
Project blue book was one of a series of systematic studies of unidentified flying objects ufos conducted by the united states air force usaf. Based on the real project that operated from 1952 to 1969. General information reference report relating to project blue book u. Jan 12, 2015 project blue book is regarded as the third ufo investigation project by the usaf. Attached for your information is the project blue book sighting summary for the period 19471969. The united states air force has the responsibility under the department of defense for the investigation of unidentified flying objects ufos. With aidan gillen, michael malarkey, laura mennell, ksenia solo. The ngs bluebook ngs policy on submitting data for inclusion into the nsrs. Project blue book producers talk effort to save the series.
Jan 10, 2019 the service began project blue book in 1952 as a systematic study of unidentified flying object sightings. With this data now available, anyone can look at project blue books unidentified ufo reports and make up his own mind. The unitcost approach described in this document is a normalized average from across the nation. Scholarly examination of a ufo sighting at minot air force base on october 24, 1968. Our database can provide critically important insights to help you find projects, build relationships and bring potential clients right to your virtual door. Jan 21, 2016 project blue book also frequently consulted with outside experts, including. As the cold war deepens and the new political threats loom for project blue book, dr. The initial investigation resulted in the formation of project blue book in 1952. On may 7, history announced its lineup of programming for 2020, and none of its current scripted series, including project blue book, were renewed for future seasons on the network. Apr 25, 2003 with the termination of project blue book, the air force regulation establishing and controlling the program for investigating and analyzing ufos was rescinded.
Free ufo ebooks the report on unidentified flying objects. A tough us air force officer and a skeptical scientist investigate ufo and alien conspiracies as cold war paranoia spreads. That project is ongoing and we now have alien craft that we are flying. These records are available for examination in the national archives microfilm reading room at the national archives in college park, maryland. Project blue book originally project blue book was the air force name for a project that investigated ufo reports between 1947 and 1969. To determine if ufos were a threat to national security, and 2. It started in 1952, and it was the third study of its kind the first two were projects sign 1947 and grudge 1949. Started in 1952, it was the second revival of such a study. For the first time ever, a series of restored documents is available from the us air forces 22 year study of ufos.
The scientific consultant and astronomer for the project, j. Bidscope is the commercial construction industrys most extensive, highly targeted project database. Thousands of ufo reports were collected, analyzed and filed. Textual records of project blue book the documentation relating to investigations of unidentified flying objects, excluding names of people involved in the sightings, are now available for research in the national archives building.
Itll star aidan gillen from game of thrones and captain america. A termination order was given for the study in december 1969, and all activity under its auspices ceased in january 1970. It started in 1952, the third study of its kind, following projects sign 1947 and grudge 1949. From 1947 to 1969, a total of 12, 618 sightings were reported to project blue book.
Air force to conduct secret investigations of alleged encounters with ufos and other unexplained phenomena. Please read the memorandum of changes for more information. Hynek joined project blue book in 1952 and would remain with it until its demise in 1969. One set of documents, known as project blue book, includes retired, declassified records from the united states air force usaf, currently in the custody of the national archives. Since the termination of project blue book, no evidence has been presented to indicate that further investigation of ufos by the air force is warranted. Institute center 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 20 2014 2015 2016. A cache of us air force ufo investigation documents has been released online.