24th June 1947: The first widely-reported UFO sighting was made by private pilot Kenneth Arnold

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Last Updated January 1, 2025.

If you've encountered something that you believe to be of unknown origin, we encourage you to report the sighting on these two sites. These groups are collecting data to help us better understand the UFO phenomenon and bringing us closer to the answers.

National UFO Reporting Center

For 50 years NUFORC has served as the central agency for reporting UFO/UAP related events. By documenting your experience here, you are helping to further scientific research, raise public awareness, and potentially discover explanations for one of the most fascinating phenomenon affecting mankind.

Enigma Labs

To advance progress on UAP using cutting-edge technology and social intelligence. Only through thoughtful, open-minded study of unidentified phenomena can we get answers. We are focused on building and keeping our team low profile for privacy.