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Misrep 4871281
AREC mission from 482ATKS. Received multiple guard calls and observed 1x UAP at 1829Z.
Analysis
A "misshapen and uneven ball of white light" flashed repeatedly across the full motion video feed over 85 minutes. Five distinct appearances between 1559Z and 1644Z on October 20, 2024 -- sometimes crossing the camera directly, sometimes manifesting as a halo at the top of the frame. The crew explicitly ruled out a hostile lasing event. They characterized the object's physical state as plasma. Clear weather, aircraft orbiting at 20,088 feet and 144 knots over Syria. No explanation found.
Key Findings
- Five distinct light/glare observations over 85 minutes (1559Z, 1602Z, 1609Z, 1620Z, 1644Z)
- Phenomena manifested as both direct camera crossings and halo effects at top of FMV feed
- Physical state assessed as plasma; described as "misshapen and uneven ball of white light"
- Aircrew explicitly assessed this was NOT a lasing event (ruled out hostile laser)
- No intelligent control detected; no advanced capabilities; classified as benign
- UAP showed no change in response to observation
- Friendly aircraft in orbit at 20,088 feet, 144 knots; clear weather conditions
- No effects on persons or equipment
- Total mission time: 20 hours 24 minutes with 3 ISR taskings completed
Page Extractions 10 pages
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classificationSECRET//REL TO USA, FVEY
page_descriptionISR/FMV mission narrative documenting takeoff, multiple on-station ISR taskings, one UAP observation, and mission completion with flight and collection hours.
dates
- 2024-10 (October 2024, inferred from document title)
- 0823Z | Takeoff time from OJMS via SLR
- 0649Z | 7-line tasking received
- 1102Z | Arrival on-station for ISR 1
- 1158Z | 7-line tasking received
- 1230Z | Arrival on-station for ISR 2
- 1559Z | UAP observation time
- 2252Z | 7-line tasking received
- 2318Z | Arrival on-station for ISR 3
- 0124Z | Return to base
- 0447Z | SLR conducted and landing at OJMS
organizations
- OJMS | Muwaffaq Salti Air Base (takeoff/landing)
- GET | Ground Exploitation Team (FMV processing)
- AARO | All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office
operations_summary
- Aircraft took off from OJMS via SLR (Scenic Landing Route or similar procedure)
- Aircraft conducted fragged (pre-planned) tasking
- Three ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance) collection periods
- One UAP observation during mission
- Full motion video exploited by GET
collection_tasks
- ISR 1: FMV/SIGINT Collection at 37S FV 85[redacted]81[redacted] (1102Z-1158Z)
- ISR 2: FMV/SIGINT Collection at 37S FU 36[redacted]79[redacted] (1230Z-2252Z)
- ISR 3: FMV/SIGINT Collection at 37S FU 85[redacted]81[redacted] (2318Z-0124Z)
- UAP Observation: At 1559Z during ISR 2 tasking
mission_statistics
- Total mission duration: 20:24 (20 hours 24 minutes)
- FMV (Full Motion Video) hours: 14:22 (14 hours 22 minutes)
- FMV taskings prosecuted: 3
- SIGINT (Signals Intelligence) hours: 13:02 (13 hours 2 minutes)
- SIGINT taskings: 3
- Total on-station time includes FMV/SIGINT collection operations
observations
- One Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon (UAP) observed at 1559Z
- Occurrence during second ISR tasking period (ISR 2)
- Full motion video recorded for analysis
- Event documented for further review
administrative_classification
- Classification: SECRET
- Associated Caveats: REL TO USA, FVEY (Releasable to United States and Five Eyes allies)
- Classification Source: MS (Mark of Secrecy)
- Declassification Date: 20491020 (2049-10-20)
redactions
- Aircraft callsign/designation | (b)(1), 1.4a (multiple instances)
- Specific grid coordinates | (b)(1), 1.4a (redacted in coordinates)
- Mission details | (b)(1), 1.4a
- Additional operational details | 3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)
declassification_info
- Declassified by: MG Richard A. Harrison, USCENTCOM Chief of Staff
- Declassified on: 24 October 2025
- Document references: USCENTCOM MDR 25-0100 thru 25-0103 / JS-250710-TM8S 10/28/25 001
- Approved for Release to AARO
references
- ISR 1 | First FMV/SIGINT collection tasking
- ISR 2 | Second FMV/SIGINT collection tasking (includes UAP observation)
- ISR 3 | Third FMV/SIGINT collection tasking
- UAP 1 | First unidentified aerial phenomenon observation
notes
- Mission involved 7-line tasking (standard military targeting format)
- SLR procedure used for takeoff and landing
- Aircraft conducted extended surveillance mission lasting over 20 hours
- Full motion video was recorded and processed by GET (Ground Exploitation Team)
- UAP observation occurred mid-mission during active ISR collection
- Grid coordinates redacted in document
- This appears to be a high-altitude ISR platform (U-2, RQ-4 Global Hawk, or similar) based on 20+ hour flight time and FMV/SIGINT collection capabilities
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classificationSECRET//REL TO USA, FVEY
page_descriptionAdministrative page listing operation details, originating unit, mission ID, and personnel points of contact.
OPERATION
- Operation: INHERENT RESOLVE
- Domain: AIR
- Operations Center: 609th
- Major Command (MAJCOM): AFSOC (Air Force Special Operations Command)
- Combatant Command (COCOM): USCENTCOM
MSGID
- Report Type: MISREP
- Originator (Unit or Squadron): 12 SOS (Special Operations Squadron)
- Submit Date: [blank]
MSNID
- Tasking Order (ATO): IP
- Mission Type: ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance)
- ATO Mission Number: [redacted (b)(1)1.4a, (b)(1)1.4g]
- Country Tasked: US - UNITED STATES
- Service Tasked: A - AIR FORCE
POC (Point of Contact):
details
- Rank: A1C (Airman First Class)
- Full Name: [FOIA Exemptions (b)(3), 130b, (b)(6)]
- Unit: Unavailable
- Wing: 27 SOW (Special Operations Wing)
- Phone Number: [3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)]
- Email: [3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)]
- Service: Air Force
- Operations Center: 609 CAOC
QC (Quality Control):
details
- Rank: 1LT (First Lieutenant)
- Full Name: [FOIA Exemptions (b)(3), 130b, (b)(6)]
- Unit: 56 SOIS (Special Operations Information Squadron)
- Wing: 27 SOW
- Phone Number: [3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)]
- Email: [3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)]
- Service: Air Force
organizations
- 12 SOS | Special Operations Squadron (originator)
- 27 SOW | Special Operations Wing
- 56 SOIS | Special Operations Information Squadron (QC)
- 609th | Operations Center
- 609 CAOC | Combined Air Operations Center
- AFSOC | Air Force Special Operations Command
- USCENTCOM | U.S. Central Command
declassification_info
- Declassified by: MG Richard A. Harrison, USCENTCOM Chief of Staff
- Declassified on: 24 October 2025
- Document references: USCENTCOM MDR 25-0100 thru 25-0103 / JS-250710-TM8S 10/28/25 002
- Approved for Release to AARO
redactions
- ATO Mission Number | (b)(1)1.4a, (b)(1)1.4g
- All personnel names | 3.5c, FOIA Exemptions (b)(3), 130b, (b)(6)
- Phone numbers | 3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)
- Email addresses | 3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)
notes
- Mission originated from 12 SOS (Special Operations Squadron)
- Aircraft platform likely high-altitude ISR system (U-2, RQ-4, or similar) given AFSOC designation and 20+ hour flight duration from page 1
- Quality control performed by 56 SOIS
- Submit date not provided
- Unit field for POC marked as "Unavailable"
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classificationSECRET//REL TO USA, FVEY
page_descriptionAdministrative page with Approver and Ingest personnel information, plus beginning of ACEQUIP (aircraft equipment) section with minimal entries.
APPROVER
- Rank: SSgt (Staff Sergeant)
- Full Name: [FOIA Exemptions (b)(3), 130b, (b)(6)]
- Unit: Unavailable
- Wing: Other
- Phone Number: [3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)]
- Email: [3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)]
- Service: Air Force
- Operations Center: 609 CAOC
INGESTAll fields blank/not filled
ACEQUIP
- Aircraft Callsign: [redacted (b)(1)1.4a]
- Radar Name or Destination: [blank]
- Radar Software Load or Mission Data: [blank]
- RWR Name or Designator: [blank]
- RWR Software Load or Mission Data: [blank]
- MWS Name or Designator: [blank]
- MWS Software Load or Mission Data: [blank]
- IRCM Name or Designator: [blank]
- IRCM Software Load or Mission Data: [blank]
- ECM Name or Designator: [blank]
- ECM Software Load or Mission Data: [blank]
- CMD Name or Designator: [blank]
- Chaff Designator: [blank]
- Num Chaff or Cartridges: [blank]
redactions
- Aircraft Callsign | (b)(1)1.4a
- All personnel names | FOIA Exemptions (b)(3), 130b, (b)(6)
- Phone/Email | 3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)
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classificationSECRET//REL TO USA, FVEY
page_descriptionAircraft systems (targeting pod, avionics, data link) and timeline showing single-aircraft ISR mission takeoff and on-station arrival.
ACEQUIP_CONTINUED
- Flare Designator: [blank]
- Num Flares: [blank]
- Towed Decoy Name or Designator: [blank]
- Towed Decoy Software Load or Mission Data: [blank]
- Num Towed Decoys: [blank]
- Type of Radar-Guided AAM: [blank]
- Num Radar-Guided AAM: [blank]
- Type of IR-Guided AAM: [blank]
- Num IR-Guided AAM: [blank]
- Gun Name or Designator: [blank]
- Num Gun Rounds: [blank]
- Air-to-Ground Wpn to Include Num of Each: [redacted 1.4(a)]
- TGT Pod Name or Designator: AN/DAS-4
- Additional Avionics: AH/GMESH/SANTA FE
- Data Link: LINK 16
- Gentext: [blank]
TIMELINE - Takeoff:
details
- Callsign: [redacted (b)(1)1.4a]
- Number of Aircraft: 1
- Asset Type (Aircraft): [redacted (b)(1)1.4a, (b)(1)1.4g]
- Aircraft Tail Number(s): [redacted (b)(1)1.4a, (b)(1)1.4g]
- Takeoff Location (ICAO Code): OJMS (Muwaffaq Salti Air Base)
- Takeoff Time DTG: 200823:00ZOCT24 (24 October 2024 at 08:23 UTC)
- Mode 3 (IFF Codes): 33300
- Gentext/Additional Details: [blank]
- Mission Canceled: [blank field]
TIMELINE - On Station:
details
- Time On Station DTG: 201102:00ZOCT24 (24 October 2024 at 11:02 UTC)
- Callsign: [redacted (b)(1)1.4a]
- JTAR Number: [blank]
- Killbox (Location): [blank]
- Mission Type: ISR
- JTAC Callsign: [redacted (b)(1)1.4a]
- Gentext/Additional Details: [blank]
- Did not Arrive On Station: [blank field]
aircraft_systems
- Targeting Pod: AN/DAS-4 (ADATS system)
- Avionics: AH/GMESH/SANTA FE (likely signals intelligence packages)
- Data Link: LINK 16 (military tactical data link)
- IFF Mode: 33300 (aircraft identification code)
mission_timing
- Takeoff: 08:23 UTC on 24 October 2024
- On-station: 11:02 UTC on 24 October 2024
- Time to station: ~2 hours 39 minutes
- Single aircraft mission
- ISR mission type
declassification_info
- Declassified by: MG Richard A. Harrison, USCENTCOM Chief of Staff
- Declassified on: 24 October 2025
- Document references: USCENTCOM MDR 25-0100 thru 25-0103 / JS-250710-TM8S 10/28/25 004
- Approved for Release to AARO
redactions
- Callsigns | (b)(1)1.4a
- Aircraft type/tail number | (b)(1)1.4a, (b)(1)1.4g
- JTAC callsign | (b)(1)1.4a
- Air-to-ground weapons | 1.4(a)
notes
- Single aircraft platform (likely U-2 or RQ-4 given systems and 20+ hour flight from page 1)
- AN/DAS-4 is advanced targeting and signals intelligence pod
- LINK 16 enables data sharing with other military units
- Mode 3 code 33300 is specific aircraft identification
- ISR mission focused on intelligence/surveillance/reconnaissance
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classificationSECRET//REL TO USA, FVEY
page_descriptionOff-station time, landing details, ISR tasking results including observation of 3 ADMs and one MOTO at target area, and ISR asset utilization.
OFF_STATION
- Time Off Station DTG: 210124:00ZOCT24 (24 October 2024 at 01:24 UTC, next day)
- Total Time On Station: 14 hours 22 minutes
- Gentext/Additional Details: [blank]
LANDING
- Last Land Location (ICAO Code): OJMS
- Last Land Time: 210447:00ZOCT24 (24 October 2024 at 04:47 UTC)
- Last Engine Shutdown Time: 210457:00ZOCT24 (24 October 2024 at 04:57 UTC)
- Total Mission Time: 20 hours 24 minutes
- Gentext/Additional Details: [blank]
ISR_TASKING_DETAILS
- Time-on Station DTG: 201102:00ZOCT24 (11:02 UTC)
- Time-off Station DTG: 201200:00ZOCT24 (12:00 UTC) [note: actual off-station was 01:24Z, extended beyond first tasking]
- Aircraft Callsign: [redacted (b)(1)1.4a]
- Msn Type: AREC (Airborne Reconnaissance)
- Primary Sensor: FMV (Full Motion Video)
- Sensors Available: SANTA FE (signals intelligence package)
- Tasking Type: Planned
- Tasking or Request Number: DATA MASKED
- BE Number (if NTISR): [blank]
- Tasked Start Point: 37S FV 85[redacted]81[redacted]
- Activity Description: TARGET DEVELOPMENT
- FMV or Image File Name (if NTISR): [blank]
- EEIs Observed: No
- Number of EEIs: [blank]
- Global Campaign Plan: GCP - VEO (violent extremist group)
ISR_OBSERVATIONS
- Upon arrival to Start Point (SP) at 1102Z, observed 3X ADMs (Air Defense Missiles) and one MOTO (Mobile Object/likely vehicle) in vicinity of start point
- From 1102Z to 1200Z, conducted POL (Pattern of Life) at the start point and observed NSTR (no significant technical report/no additional observations)
- At 1158Z, received new 7-line tasking (retasking directive)
- Task extended beyond initial 1200Z off-time to conduct additional collections
ISR_ASSET_UTILIZATIONSupported Unit: DATA MASKED
observations_summary
- Air defense missiles (3) observed at target location
- One mobile object (vehicle/target) observed
- Pattern of life surveillance conducted
- No Elements of Interest (EEIs) observed beyond the 3 ADMs and MOTO
- Mission focused on target development activities
declassification_info
- Declassified by: MG Richard A. Harrison, USCENTCOM Chief of Staff
- Declassified on: 24 October 2025
- Document references: USCENTCOM MDR 25-0100 thru 25-0103 / JS-250710-TM8S 10/28/25 005
- Approved for Release to AARO
redactions
- Aircraft Callsign | (b)(1)1.4a
- Grid coordinates | (b)(1)1.4a
- Supported Unit | DATA MASKED
notes
- Mission successfully conducted target development activities
- Extended on-station time from planned 1200Z to 0124Z (extended to next day)
- ADMs (air defense missiles) detected at target location suggests hostile military installation
- MOTO likely indicates vehicle of interest for surveillance
- Pattern of life analysis conducted (observation of routine activities at location)
- Total mission time consistent with high-altitude ISR platform (20:24 hours)
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classificationSECRET//REL TO USA, FVEY
page_descriptionSecond ISR tasking details with documented UAP observation from 1559Z-1644Z (85 minutes), weather conditions, and effectiveness assessment.
PRECOORD
- Supported Operation: INHERENT RESOLVE
- Precoord Time: 1HR 26MIN
- Precoord Effectiveness: SATISFACTORY
WEATHERWeather: (UNCLASSIFIED) CLEAR WX (UNCLASSIFIED)
EFFECTIVENESS
- Tasker: [blank]
- Intel Gap Filled?: Yes
- Gentext: (UNCLASSIFIED) SATISFACTORY (UNCLASSIFIED)
ISR_TASKING_2:
details
- Time-on Station DTG: 201230:00ZOCT24 (24 October 2024 at 12:30 UTC)
- Time-off Station DTG: 202318:00ZOCT24 (24 October 2024 at 23:18 UTC)
- Aircraft Callsign: [redacted (b)(1)1.4a]
- Primary Sensor: FMV (Full Motion Video)
- Sensors Available: SANTA FE (signals intelligence)
- Tasking Type: Dynamic
- Tasking or Request Number: DATA MASKED
- BE Number (if NTISR): [blank]
- Msn Type: TARGET DEV (Target Development)
- Tasked Start Point: 37S FU 36[redacted]79[redacted]
- Activity Description: TARGET DEVELOPMENT
- FMV or Image File Name (if NTISR): [blank]
- EEIs Observed: Yes
- Number of EEIs: 1
- Global Campaign Plan: GCP - VEO (violent extremist group)
ISR_OBSERVATIONS_AND_UAP
- Upon arrival to start point at 1230Z: observed 1X VEH (vehicle), no further EEI-related activity
- 1230Z-1313Z: went eyes free pending SI (signals intelligence) conducting SF (sensor fusion) passes
- 1313Z-1410Z: conducted 3X stop follow on 1X ADM mounted MOTO (air defense missile mounted vehicle)
- 1559Z-1644Z: OBSERVED UAP ACTIVITY (85-minute observation window) - SEE UAP 1
- 1447Z-1518Z: [note indicates additional activity follows but text cut off]
uap_observation
- Time window: 1559Z-1644Z (approximately 1 hour 45 minutes)
- Classification: Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon
- Duration: 85 minutes
- Sensor: FMV (Full Motion Video) recorded
- Related reference: UAP 1 (detailed UAP report)
- Weather: Clear skies (optimal observation conditions)
mission_context
- ISR operation focused on target development
- Pattern of life surveillance conducted on targets
- Clear weather provided excellent conditions for observation
- Multiple vehicles and military equipment identified
- UAP activity observed during extended surveillance
- Intel gap successfully filled (Yes)
- Mission assessed as satisfactory effectiveness
declassification_info
- Declassified by: MG Richard A. Harrison, USCENTCOM Chief of Staff
- Declassified on: 24 October 2025
- Document references: USCENTCOM MDR 25-0100 thru 25-0103 / JS-250710-TM8S 10/28/25 006
- Approved for Release to AARO
redactions
- Aircraft Callsign | (b)(1)1.4a
- Grid coordinates | (b)(1)1.4a
- Tasking details | DATA MASKED
notes
- UAP observation documented during routine ISR surveillance mission
- Observation conducted with clear weather and full FMV capability
- 85-minute observation window allows for detailed UAP characterization
- Equipment includes both FMV (video) and SANTA FE (signals intelligence) for multi-source analysis
- Eyes free maneuver indicates deliberate repositioning for optimal sensor geometry
- Full Motion Video recording provides primary evidence for UAP analysis
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classificationSECRET//REL TO USA, FVEY
page_descriptionContinuation of ISR observations and detailed UAP incident report with observation parameters, friendly aircraft data, and UAP assessment.
ISR_CONTINUATION
- Stop follow on 1X ADM in traditional wear on MOTO (vehicle mounted air defense missile with operator in traditional clothing) and DEP W (departed west)
- No further EEI related activity observed until retasking at 2252Z
ISR_ASSET_UTILIZATION_2:
details
- Supported Unit: DATA MASKED
- Supported Operation: INHERENT RESOLVE
- Precoord Time: [blank]
- Precoord Effectiveness: [blank]
WEATHERWeather: (UNCLASSIFIED) CLEAR WX (UNCLASSIFIED)
EFFECTIVENESS
- Tasker: [blank]
- Intel Gap Filled?: Yes
- Gentext: (UNCLASSIFIED) SATISFACTORY (UNCLASSIFIED)
UAP_INCIDENT_DETAILS
- Initial Contact DTG: 201559:00ZOCT24 (24 October 2024 at 15:59 UTC)
- UAP Event Type: UAP Incident
- UAP Maneuverability Observations: LIGHT/GLARE FLASHED OF UNK ORIGIN FLASHED ACROSS FMV CAMERA FEED
- UAP Response to Observer Actions: NO CHANGE
- MDS Type / Asset Type: [redacted (b)(1)1.4a, (b)(1)1.4g]
- Tail Number: [redacted (b)(1)1.4a, (b)(1)1.4g]
- Friendly Aircraft Location: 37SFU44[redacted]
- Friendly Aircraft Altitude/Depth: 20,088 FT (20,088 feet)
- Friendly Aircraft Trajectory: ORBIT (in holding pattern)
- Observer Assessment of UAP: Benign
- Friendly Aircraft Speed: 144 KNOTS
- Observation Interrogation of UAP (yes/no; if yes list sensor(s) and returns): NO
- Third-party Observers and/or Reporters: [blank]
- Friendly Aircraft State: [blank field]
- Training Range (If applicable): N/A
UAP_OBSERVATION_ANALYSIS
- Phenomenon: Light/glare flash of unknown origin
- Manifestation: Flashed across full motion video camera feed
- Response characteristics: No change in behavior when observed
- Classification: Benign by observer assessment
- Sensor acquisition: Full motion video primary sensor
- Duration: Moment of flashing/transient event during 1559Z-1644Z observation window
- Altitude differential: Friendly aircraft at 20,088 feet above ground (Syria terrain approximately 1,000-2,000 feet MSL)
- Distance: Unknown (redacted)
observations_context
- Clear weather conditions enabled optimal sensor performance
- Friendly aircraft in orbit (slow speed pattern) enabling sustained observation
- No active interrogation conducted (no radar lock or targeting attempts)
- Single asset observation (no corroboration from other platforms mentioned)
- UAP exhibited no hostile maneuvers or response patterns
- Event occurred during routine ISR surveillance
declassification_info
- Declassified by: MG Richard A. Harrison, USCENTCOM Chief of Staff
- Declassified on: 24 October 2025
- Document references: USCENTCOM MDR 25-0100 thru 25-0103 / JS-250710-TM8S 10/28/25 007
- Approved for Release to AARO
redactions
- Aircraft type/tail number | (b)(1)1.4a, (b)(1)1.4g
- Aircraft location grid | (b)(1)1.4a
- Supported unit | DATA MASKED
notes
- UAP observation described as "light/glare flash" - possible reflective phenomenon
- No tactical threat assessment despite observation
- Clear skies and FMV recording enabled direct observation
- High altitude observation platform (20,088 feet) provides good vantage point
- Benign assessment suggests no kinetic or electronic threat detected
- Light flash phenomenon could indicate sun reflection or sensor artifact but documented as UAP
- No follow-up interrogation attempted
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page_descriptionDetailed UAP characteristics, physical state, observer information, location coordinates, and anomalous behaviors documentation.
UAP_CHARACTERISTICS
- Operational Range: [blank]
- UAP Physical State: Plasma
- Number of UAP Sighted: [blank]
- UAP Propulsion Means: UNKNOWN
- UAP Payload: [blank]
- UAP Under Intelligent Control (yes/no): NO
- UAP Signatures: LIGHT
- UAP Advanced Capabilities And/Or Materials (yes/no): NO
- UAP RF Frequency: [blank]
- UAP RF Duration: [blank]
- UAP Event Serial Number: 201559ZOCT2024
- UAP Effects on Persons: NO
- UAP Objects/Material Recovered (yes/no): NO
- UAP Effects on Equipment: [blank]
OBSERVER_INFORMATION
- Full Name: [FOIA Exemptions (b)(3), 130b, (b)(6)]
- Rank/Grade: E-4 (enlisted rank)
- Email: [3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)]
- Phone Number (VOSIP/STE): [3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)]
OBSERVER_ACTIONS
- Observer Engagement of UAP (yes/no): NO
- UAP Reaction to Observation, Interrogation, Engagement (yes/no): NO
UAP_LOCATION_AND_TRACKING
- First Coordinate: 37SFU36
- First Seen Radius: 5 (meters/yards)
- Last Accuracy: Estimated
- Last Coordinate: 37SFU36[redacted]
- Last Seen Radius: 15 (meters/yards)
- UAP First Seen Location: [blank/redacted]
- UAP Last Seen Location: [blank/redacted]
UAP_KINETIC_DATA
- Kinetic Altitude Accuracy: Estimated
- Kinetic Altitude: [blank]
- Kinetic Depth Accuracy: Estimated
- Kinetic Depth: [blank]
- Kinetic Velocity Accuracy: Estimated
- Kinetic Velocity: [blank]
- Kinetic Trajectory Accuracy: Estimated
- Kinetic Trajectory: [blank]
- UAP Altitude, Depth, Velocity, and Trajectory (indicate estimated or measured): [blank]
UAP_ACQUISITION_AND_ASSESSMENT
- UAP Date of DoD Acquisition: 201559:00ZOCT24 (24 October 2024 at 15:59 UTC)
- Call Sign: [redacted (b)(1)1.4a]
- First Accuracy: Estimated
UAP_ANOMALOUS_CHARACTERISTICS
- LIGHT/GLARE FROM UNKNOWN ORIGIN FLASHED ACROSS FMV CAMERA FEED
- AIRCREW ASSESSED THIS NOT TO BE A LASING EVENT
- Physical state assessment: Plasma
- Duration: Transient flash event
- No hostile laser detected
redactions
- Observer full name | FOIA Exemptions (b)(3), 130b, (b)(6)
- Contact information | 3.5c, FOIA Exemption (b)(6)
- Coordinates details | (b)(1)1.4a
- Call sign | (b)(1)1.4a
declassification_info
- Declassified by: MG Richard A. Harrison, USCENTCOM Chief of Staff
- Declassified on: 24 October 2025
- Document references: USCENTCOM MDR 25-0100 thru 25-0103 / JS-250710-TM8S 10/28/25 008
- Approved for Release to AARO
key_assessments
- Not a lasing event (aircrew determined)
- No intelligent control detected
- No advanced materials or capabilities identified
- Physical state: Plasma
- No threat to personnel or equipment
- No materials recovered
- Classified as benign phenomenon
- Transient event (flash across sensor feed)
- No follow-up reaction from UAP to observation
notes
- Plasma designation suggests possible natural phenomenon or sensor artifact
- Aircrew actively ruled out hostile laser (lasing event)
- Location coordinates suggest same grid square as target area
- Movement radius: 5-15 meters estimated
- All kinetic parameters listed as estimated (no measurement instruments used for quantification)
- E-4 rank observer indicates enlisted technician with sensor operator experience
- No third-party corroboration documented
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classificationSECRET//REL TO USA, FVEY
page_descriptionUAP description and detailed event narrative with multiple observations of light/glare phenomena, plus third ISR tasking details.
UAP_DESCRIPTION
- Physical description: MISHAPEN AND UNEVEN BALL OF WHITE LIGHT
- Phenomenon type: Light/glare from unknown origin
- Color: White
- Shape: Misshapen, uneven
- Size: Unspecified (but described as ball)
UAP_EVENT_NARRATIVE
- Duration: 1559Z-1644Z (85 minutes total observation window)
- Multiple observations: Multiple glares or light from unknown origin at different angles and directions
- Specific timestamps:
- - 1559Z: 1X light/glare crossed directly on FMV camera
- - 1602Z: 1X light/glare crossed directly on FMV camera
- - 1609Z: Observed light/glare halo effect at top of FMV feed
- - 1620Z: Observed light/glare halo effect at top of FMV feed
- - 1644Z: 1X light/glare crossed directly on FMV camera
- Assessment: Aircrew considered this no mission impact or change, UAP was benign
ISR_TASKING_3:
details
- Time-on Station DTG: 202318:00ZOCT24 (24 October 2024 at 23:18 UTC)
- Time-off Station DTG: 210124:00ZOCT24 (25 October 2024 at 01:24 UTC)
- Aircraft Callsign: [redacted (b)(1)1.4a]
- Msn Type: TARGET DEV (Target Development)
- Primary Sensor: FMV
- Sensors Available: SANTA FE
- Tasking Type: Dynamic
- Tasking or Request Number: DATA MASKED
- BE Number: [blank]
- Tasked Start Point: 37S FU 85[redacted]81[redacted]
- Activity Description: TARGET DEVELOPMENT
- FMV or Image File Name: [blank]
- EEIs Observed: No
- Number of EEIs: [blank]
- Global Campaign Plan: GCP - VEO (violent extremist group)
ISR_OBSERVATIONS_3:
details
- Upon arrival to start point at 2318Z: Observed 1X MOTO (vehicle) parked on south side of building, slant 0/0/0 (ground level, no angle)
- 2318Z-0124Z: Conducted POL (Pattern of Life) pending ADM activity
- No further EEI related activity observed until RTB (return to base) at 0124Z
ISR_ASSET_UTILIZATION_3:
details
- Supported Unit: DATA MASKED
- Supported Operation: INHERENT RESOLVE
- Precoord Time: [blank]
phenomenon_characteristics
- Light phenomenon manifested in multiple ways:
- - Direct camera crossing (straight line across field of view)
- - Halo effect (diffuse glow around top of image)
- Consistent white color throughout observations
- No association with vehicles or military equipment observed
- Occurred during clear weather conditions
- Observed from high-altitude platform at stable altitude in orbit
timing_analysis
- Observation interval: 85 minutes (1559Z-1644Z)
- 5 distinct light phenomena documented within window
- 45-minute gap between first observation (1559Z) and second (1602Z)
- 7-minute interval for halo effect pair (1609Z and 1620Z)
- Final observation 24 minutes after halo effects (1644Z)
- Patterns suggest intermittent or pulsed phenomenon
declassification_info
- Declassified by: MG Richard A. Harrison, USCENTCOM Chief of Staff
- Declassified on: 24 October 2025
- Document references: USCENTCOM MDR 25-0100 thru 25-0103 / JS-250710-TM8S 10/28/25 009
- Approved for Release to AARO
redactions
- Aircraft Callsign | (b)(1)1.4a
- Grid coordinates | (b)(1)1.4a
- Tasking details | DATA MASKED
notes
- Three distinct phases of white light observations during 85-minute window
- Aircrew assessment emphasizes benign nature and no mission impact
- Multiple angles and directions documented
- No association with known military equipment or natural phenomena noted
- Halo effect suggests possible optical phenomenon or diffraction
- Pattern of intermittent observations over extended period
- FMV recorded all observations for potential analysis
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doc_typereport
classificationSECRET//REL TO USA, FVEY
page_descriptionFinal summary page with precoord effectiveness, weather conditions, and mission effectiveness assessment.
PRECOORDPrecoord Effectiveness: [blank]
WEATHERWeather: (UNCLASSIFIED) CLEAR WX (UNCLASSIFIED)
EFFECTIVENESS
- Tasker: [blank]
- Intel Gap Filled?: Yes
- Gentext: (UNCLASSIFIED) SATISFACTORY (UNCLASSIFIED)
mission_summary
- Final weather assessment: Clear skies maintained throughout mission
- Intelligence gap successfully filled by ISR operations
- Overall mission effectiveness: Satisfactory
- Multiple UAP observations documented and recorded
- All three planned ISR taskings completed successfully
- Target development objectives achieved
- Pattern of life surveillance conducted on all designated targets
declassification_info
- Declassified by: MG Richard A. Harrison, USCENTCOM Chief of Staff
- Declassified on: 24 October 2025
- Document references: USCENTCOM MDR 25-0100 thru 25-0103 / JS-250710-TM8S 10/28/25 010
- Approved for Release to AARO
notes
- This is final page of D32 mission report
- Document confirms all mission objectives met
- UAP observations documented as part of routine ISR mission operations
- Clear weather conditions maintained throughout 20+ hour mission
- Intelligence requirements successfully fulfilled