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ISR mission from 50ATKS/432 AEW. Observed 1x UAP at 0241Z and 1x UAP at 0322Z during ISR operations.
Analysis
An object moved north to south and vanished in under a minute. At 0239Z on July 31, 2022, the crew of an 89th Attack Squadron armed recon flight spotted it near Killpad 9 in Syria. No thermal signature, no RF emissions. The aircraft was at 19,359 feet doing 116 knots. The sighting was over before they could characterize it.
Key Findings
- UAP event occurred at 0239Z on 31 July 2022 in the vicinity of grid 37SFU2 (Killpad 9)
- Event lasted less than one minute with UAP moving from north to south
- Friendly aircraft at 19,359 feet altitude, speed 116 knots during observation
- UAP showed no signatures (thermal or RF)
- Mission type was armed reconnaissance (AREC) with total on-station time of 18 hours 44 minutes
- Detailed surveillance documented weapons systems including possible artillery, AAA, and TELARs with rockets loaded
Page Extractions 7 pages
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doc_typereport
classificationSECRET//NOFORN (struck through, now UNCLASSIFIED)
page_descriptionCover page of declassified military mission report documenting an IMINT/SIGINT collection mission during which an unidentified aerial phenomenon was observed in Syria.
dates
- 2022-07-30 at 1601:39Z | TF CHOSIN tasking time (301639ZJUL22)
- 2022-07-30 at 1822Z | departure from Muwaffaq Salti AB (301822ZJUL22)
- 2022-07-30 at 1829Z | handover from LRE (301829ZJUL22)
- 2022-07-30 at 1925Z | SIGINT collect begins (301925ZJUL22)
- 2022-07-30 at 2028Z | arrival on station (302028ZJUL22)
- 2022-07-31 at 0239Z | UAP observation (310239ZJUL22)
- 2022-07-31 at 1343Z | return to base (311343ZJUL22)
- 2022-07-31 at 1409Z | SIGINT collect terminated (311409ZJUL22)
- 2022-07-31 at 1458Z | handback to LRE (311458ZJUL22)
- 2022-07-31 at 1519Z | landing at OJMS (311519ZJUL22)
- 2025-10-08 | declassification date
- 2047-07-31 | scheduled declassification review date
peopleMG Richard A. Harrison | USCENTCOM Chief of Staff | declassifying authority
organizations
- TF CHOSIN | task force controller
- USCENTCOM | Combatant Command
- AFCENT | Air Force Central
- 609th | Operations Center
- DGS1 | exploitation authority
- LRE | landing/recovery element
- AARO | approval authority for release
locations
- Muwaffaq Salti AB (OJMS) | departure and landing base
- 37SFU3 | IMINT area of operations
- 37SFU271 | UAP observation area
- Syria | implied location based on document title
observations
- TF CHOSIN tasked with IMINT via 7 LINE
- Aircraft arrived on station and checked in with TF CHOSIN STA to perform IMINT IVO 37SFU3
- Unidentified aerial phenomenon observed IVO 37SFU271 at 310239ZJUL22
- Full motion video exploited by DGS1
- Total mission hours: 20.9
- IMINT hours: 17.2
- IMINT taskings prosecuted: 1
- SIGINT hours: 18.7
- SIGINT taskings prosecuted: 1
- Total taskings prosecuted: 2
references
- ISR 1 | IMINT area intelligence summary
- UAP 1 | detailed UAP observation report
- MDR 25-0094 through MDR 25-0099 | document tracking numbers
- JS-250710-TM8S | additional tracking identifier
redactions
- Classification markings struck through (SECRET//NOFORN now declassified)
- Multiple (1.4a) redaction markings visible
- Aircraft type redacted
- Specific coordinates partially redacted
- 3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6) marked
quotes
- "AT 301639ZJUL22, TF CHOSIN TASKED [AIRCRAFT] WITH IMINT VIA 7 LINE." | tasking statement
- "AT 301822ZJUL22, [AIRCRAFT] DEPARTED MUWAFFAQ SALTI AB (OJMS)." | departure
- "AT 302028ZJUL22 [AIRCRAFT] ARRIVED ON STATION AND CHECKED IN WITH TF CHOSIN STA TO PERFORM IMINT IVO 37SFU3" | station arrival
- "AT 310239ZJUL22, [AIRCRAFT] OBSERVED AN UNIDENTIFIED AERIAL PHENOMENON IVO 37SFU271" | UAP observation
- "FULL MOTION VIDEO WAS EXPLOITED BY DGS1." | video exploitation
- "20.9 MISSION HOURS, 17.2 IMINT HOURS, 1 IMINT TASKINGS PROSECUTED, 18.7 SIGINT HOURS, 1 SIGINT TASKINGS PROSECUTED, 2 TOTAL TASKINGS PROSECUTED" | mission summary
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doc_typereport
classificationSECRET//NOFORN (struck through, declassified)
page_descriptionAdministrative details page with mission identifiers, tasking order information, and personnel points of contact with most names redacted.
people
- Amn [rank, name redacted] | POC | 89 ATKS / 432 AEW | Air Force
- 2d Lt [name redacted] | QC | 89 ATKS / 432 AEW | Air Force
- SrA [name redacted] | Approver | 609th AOC | Air Force
organizations
- 89 ATKS | Attack Squadron
- 432 AEW | Airborne Early Warning
- 603 AOC | Air Operations Center
- 609 CAOC | Combined Air Operations Center
redactions
- POC Full Name with FOIA Exemptions (b)(3), 130b, (b)(6)
- POC Phone and Email with 3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)
- QC Full Name with Exemptions (b)(3), 130b, (b)(6)
- QC Phone and Email with 3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)
- Approver Full Name with Exemptions (b)(3), 130b, (b)(6)
- ATO Mission Number (1.4a, 1.4g)
quotes
- "Report Type: MISREP" | document type
- "Originator (Unit or Squadron): 89 ATKS" | unit
- "Mission Type: ARMED RECCE" | mission designation
- "Country Tasked: US - UNITED STATES" | tasking
- "Service Tasked: A - AIR FORCE" | service
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doc_typereport
classificationSECRET//NOFORN (declassified)
page_descriptionAircraft equipment and avionics inventory page with most fields blank or containing only field headers, and aircraft callsign redacted.
organizations609 CAOC | Combined Air Operations Center
observations
- Aircraft Callsign: [redacted 1.4a]
- Most equipment fields blank (Radar, RWR, MWS, IRCM, ECM, CMD, Chaff, Flares, Towed Decoys, AAM, etc.)
redactions
- Aircraft Callsign marked 1.4a
- Phone Number: 3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)
- Email: 3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)
- 3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6) footer
quotes
- "ACEQUIP" | equipment section header
- "INGEST" | data ingest section header
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doc_typereport
classificationSECRET//NOFORN (declassified)
page_descriptionMission timeline page detailing takeoff, on-station, and off-station times for the armed reconnaissance mission.
dates
- 2022-07-30 at 1822Z | takeoff time (301822:00ZJUL22)
- 2022-07-30 at 1925Z | time on station (301925:00ZJUL22)
- 2022-07-31 at 1409Z | time off station (311409:00ZJUL22)
locationsOJMS | takeoff location (ICAO Code)
observations
- Single aircraft mission (Number of Aircraft: 1)
- Air-to-Ground Weapons: [redacted 1.4a, 1.4c]
- Total time on station: 18 hours 44 minutes
- Mission Type: AREC (Armed Reconnaissance)
redactions
- Callsign (takeoff and on-station): 1.4a
- Asset Type (Aircraft): 1.4a, 1.4g
- Aircraft Tail Number(s): 1.4a, 1.4g
- Air-to-Ground Wpn to Include Num of Each: 1.4a, 1.4c
- Data Link: [blank]
- Gentext: [blank]
- Mode 3 (IFF Codes): [blank]
- JTAR Number: [blank]
- Killbox (Location): [blank]
- JTAC Callsign: [blank]
- 3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)
quotes
- "Takeoff Location (ICAO Code): OJMS" | departure point
- "Mission Type: AREC" | mission classification
- "Total Time On Station: 18 hours 44 minutes" | operational duration
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doc_typereport
classificationSECRET//NOFORN (declassified)
page_descriptionISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance) mission details page documenting aircraft observations and scanning activities throughout the mission duration.
dates
- 2022-07-30 at 2028Z | time on station (302028:00ZJUL22)
- 2022-07-31 at 0000Z | time off station (310000:00ZJUL22)
- 2022-07-31 at 1519Z | last land time (311519:00ZJUL22)
- 2022-07-31 at 1529Z | last engine shutdown (311529:00ZJUL22)
- Total mission time: 20 hours 57 minutes
- 2028Z | arrival on OP SPECTRE DAGGER
- 2028-2100Z | scanning period SP 37SFU3
- 2029Z | ADM observation
- 2100-2136Z | COI 1 and runway scanning
- 2136-2210Z | runway scans
- 2210Z | technical observation
- 2210-0037Z | COI 1 scanning
- 2252Z | scanning activity
- 0023Z | ADM follow conducted
- 0023-0030Z | ADM activity
- 0037-0315Z | scanning activity
- 0245Z | observation noted
locations
- OJMS | last landing location
- OP SPECTRE DAGGER | operational area
- Multiple grid references (37SFU3, 37SFU2, etc.) | scanning areas
organizations
- TF CHOSIN | task force coordinating authority
- TF CHOSIN STA | Sensor Tasking Authority
- FORCE PRO ISO | unit designation
observations
- Aircraft callsign: [redacted 1.4a]
- Mission type: AREC (Armed Reconnaissance)
- Tasking type: Planned
- Activity: ISR
- Coordination with TF CHOSIN 103 minutes prior to takeoff
- Coordination satisfactory due to quality of products
- 1X ADM sitting on cargo truck observed at various times
- Multiple scanning operations in designated grid squares
- 1X possible technical observation noted at 2210Z
- ADM on motorcycle observed at 0023Z, followed for 1 stop
- FMV (Full Motion Video) or image file name: [blank/not specified]
assessments
- "COORDINATION WAS SATISFACTORY DUE TO QUALITY OF PRODUCTS"
- NSTR (No Significant Target Recognizable) noted for most scanning activities
redactions
- Aircraft Callsign: 1.4a
- Gentext marked (SECRET//REL TO USA, FVEY) struck through
- Multiple grid coordinate redactions (1.4a, 1.4c throughout)
- 3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)
quotes
- "COORDINATED WITH TF CHOSIN 103 MINUTES PRIOR TO TAKE OFF." | coordination statement
- "COORDINATION WAS SATISFACTORY DUE TO QUALITY OF PRODUCTS." | coordination assessment
- "AT 2028Z, [AIRCRAFT] ARRIVED ON OP SPECTRE DAGGER" | arrival statement
- "FROM 2028Z TO 2100Z, [AIRCRAFT] SCANNED IVO SP" | scanning activity
- "AT 2029Z, [AIRCRAFT] OBSERVED 1X ADM SITTING ON TOP OF CARGO TRUCK PARKED BEHIND TREE" | observation
- "NSTR" | repeated assessment (No Significant Target Recognizable)
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classificationSECRET//NOFORN (declassified)
page_descriptionContinuation of detailed ISR mission observations documenting vehicle movements, personnel interactions, weapons systems, and surveillance activities throughout multiple locations and time periods.
datesMultiple timestamps throughout observation period (0256Z through 1243Z on 2022-07-31)
observations
- 1X ADM observed at 0256Z IVO 37SFU2
- 1X reinforced structure observed IVO 37SFU3 between 0315Z-0521Z
- 1X white PUT, 1X black PUT, 2X white bongos carrying approximately 30 ADMs observed at 0521Z
- Vehicle follow conducted with 2X stops observed IVO 37SFU2 areas
- 1X probable technical observed at 0523Z IVO 37SFU2
- Convoy stopped N of overhang at 0528Z, ADMs exited vehicles walking under overhang
- 1X ADM slung rifle over right shoulder
- Area assessed as possible shooting range
- ADMs reentered vehicles (1X white jeep, 1X black PUT, 2X white bongos) at 0633Z and departed
- Convoy stopped at 0648Z IVO 37SFU3, approximately 5X ADMs dismounted, white jeep left convoy
- 1X white bongo left convoy at 0655Z
- Convoy stopped at 0710Z IVO 37SFU4, ADMs dismounted and loitered, 1X technical observed
- Follow ended at compound IVO 37SFU4 at 0715Z
- 1X technical and 1X quad cab PUT observed at 0721Z
- 2X ADM departed compound on motorcycle at 0725Z
- 1X white PUT with UI object (possible artillery system) observed at 0753Z
- Follow conducted on PUT with UI object from 0818Z to 0854Z (slant 2/0/0)
- 2X ADMs and 1X additional ADM entered truck and departed at 0823Z (slant 3/0/0)
- Second truck with possible mounted AAA observed at 0832Z IVO 37SFU2
- Follow on 1X bongo with 2X possible barrels observed from 0854Z to 0942Z (6 stops, slant 2/0/0)
- Bongo stopped at 0906Z, 2X additional ADMs came from compound and interacted
- 2X ADM left in bongo
- Bongo stopped at 0911Z, previously unobserved ADM exited and interacted with passenger
- Bongo stopped at residence at 0921Z, 2X ADMs from bongo and 3X ADMs from residence interacted with barrels
- Bongo departed at 0923Z
- Transit to next point from 0942Z to 1007Z
- Scanning IVO COI 2 from 1007Z to 1122Z, NSTR
- Scanning IVO DAYR AZ ZAR parking airfield from 1122Z to 1137Z
- 2X TELARs with 3 rockets loaded observed as inactive at 1134Z
- Scanning IVO COI 2 from 1137Z to 1243Z, NSTR
- TF CHOSIN STA cleared aircraft off tasking at 1243Z
- Aircraft returned to base
assessments
- Area assessed as possible shooting range
- Multiple UI (Unidentified) objects noted (artillery system, AAA system, etc.)
- NSTR (No Significant Target Recognizable) noted for most scanning activities
- Technical observations noted multiple times throughout mission
redactions
- Multiple grid coordinate redactions (1.4a, 1.4c) throughout
- 3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)
- Aircraft callsign marked as [aircraft]
quotes
- "AREA ASSESSED TO BE A POSS SHOOTING RANGE." | location assessment
- "lX TECHNICAL WAS OBSERVED" | repeated assessment
- "UI OBJECT, POSS ARTILLERY SYSTEM" | weapons identification
- "POSS MOUNTED AAA" | weapons identification
- "NSTR" | repeated assessment (No Significant Target Recognizable)
- "TF CHOSIN STA CLEARED [AIRCRAFT] OFF TASKING" | tasking termination
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doc_typereport
classificationSECRET//NOFORN (declassified)
page_descriptionFinal page of mission report containing UAP (Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon) observation details, weather assessment, and mission effectiveness information.
dates
- 2022-07-31 at 0239Z | Initial Contact DTG (310239:00ZJUL22)
- Event occurred in less than a minute
organizationsTF CHOSIN | supported unit
observations
- Supported Operation: [redacted 1.4a]
- Precoord Time: 103 minutes
- Precoord Effectiveness: SATISFACTORY
- Weather: WEATHER WAS NOT A FACTOR
- Initial Contact DTG: 310239:00ZJUL22
- Friendly Aircraft Location: 37SFU4 [redacted]
- Friendly Aircraft Altitude/Depth: 19,359 FT
- Friendly Aircraft Speed: 116 KTS
- UAP First Seen Location: 37SFU2 [redacted]
- UAP Signatures: No
- UAP Physical State: [blank]
- MDS Type / Asset Type: [blank]
- Tail Number: [redacted 1.4a, 1.4g]
- Number of UAP Sighted: [blank]
- UAP RF Frequency: [blank]
- UAP RF Duration: [blank]
- UAP Effects on Persons: [blank]
- Full Name: [blank]
- Email: [blank]
- Phone Number (VOSIP/STE): [blank]
- Training Range (If applicable): [blank]
- Operational Range: [blank]
- Friendly Aircraft State: [blank]
- UAP Altitude, Depth, Velocity, and Trajectory: [blank]
assessments
- Intel Gap Filled?: [blank]
- UAP Description: AT 310239Z, [redacted] OBSERVED AN UAP EVENT IVO 37SFU2 IN KP 9. THE UAP OCCURED IN LESS THAN A MINUTE, WITH THE UAP MOVING FROM N TO S.
redactions
- Supported Operation: 1.4a
- MDS Type/Asset Type marked with strikethrough
- Tail Number: 1.4a, 1.4g
- Friendly Aircraft Location: 1.4a/8(.4a
- UAP First Seen Location: 1.4a/4.1.4a
- UAP Description classification: (SECRET//NOFORN) struck through
- UAP Description text redacted (1.4a)
- 3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)
quotes
- "Supported Unit: TF CHOSIN" | unit designation
- "Precoord Time: 103 MINUTES" | precoordination period
- "Precoord Effectiveness: SATISFACTORY" | effectiveness assessment
- "WEATHER WAS NOT A FACTOR" | weather assessment
- "AT 310239Z, [REDACTED] OBSERVED AN UAP EVENT IVO 37SFU2 IN KP 9." | UAP observation
- "THE UAP OCCURED IN LESS THAN A MINUTE, WITH THE UAP MOVING FROM N TO S." | UAP characteristics