1964 UFO Sighting Near Puerto Rico: Military Investigations

Overview of the 1964 UFO Incident

Between November 18 and 24, 1964, a notable unidentified flying object (UFO) sighting occurred near Puerto Rico, which prompted investigations by various military agencies, including the CIA and the Navy. The initial identification of the object was made by the Commander of the Caribbean Sea Frontier, who classified it as a YF-12A aircraft. However, further analysis by the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI) and other agencies indicated that the object did not match the characteristics of the YF-12A or any similar Lockheed aircraft.

The Navy played a crucial role in this investigation by providing radar film and prints for analysis. These materials were intended to assist in determining the nature of the high-speed, high-altitude UFO. The record highlights the collaborative efforts among the Office of Scientific Intelligence (OSI), the Office of Special Activities (OSA), and ONI, all of which sought to clarify the situation surrounding this sighting.

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CIA-UAP-D022, Unidentified Flying Object Reported near Puerto Rico, 1965

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