UAP vs UFO Difference: Why the Government Changed the Name
Two letters changed and suddenly the whole conversation sounded more official. Here's why.
Official interest in unidentified objects has moved from secret Air Force projects to public congressional hearings. This section explains the offices, the terminology and the numbers behind today's headlines.
Begin with the difference between UAP and UFO and why the government changed the name, then see what AARO stands for and what the office does. Our guide to UFO vs UAP disclosure separates real disclosure from routine reporting, and UFO sighting statistics by year shows what the numbers really say. Seen something yourself? Here is how to report a UFO sighting.
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What Does AARO Stand For? The US Government's UAP Office Explained
A new government office was created specifically to investigate strange things in the sky. Here's what it is.
How to Report a UFO Sighting: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide
If you've just seen something you can't explain, here's what to do while it's still fresh in your memory.
The Difference Between UFO and UAP Disclosure, Explained Simply
Not every UAP headline is actually about 'disclosure.' Here's how to tell the difference.
UFO Sightings Statistics by Year: What the Numbers Actually Show
The raw numbers tell a more interesting story than most headlines let on.
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