What’s Next for UAP / UFO? September 2024 Update of Major Events
As September 2024 unfolds, the UAP (Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena) community finds itself at the center of groundbreaking updates, both in public discourse and governmental investigations. This Fall promises to deliver key revelations through highly anticipated books, documentaries, congressional hearings, and legislative efforts, all pushing for greater transparency and understanding of UAPs. With contributions from prominent figures such as Jay Stratton, James Fox, Jacques Vallée, and Lue Elizondo, this period marks a pivotal moment in unraveling the mysteries surrounding UFOs and their implications for national security.
Jay Stratton’s upcoming book is highly anticipated within the UAP community due to his central role in U.S. government UAP investigations. As the first director of the UAP Task Force, Stratton was deeply involved in pivotal programs like AAWSAP (Advanced Aerospace Weapons System Application Program) and AATIP (Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program). His book is expected to offer an insider’s perspective on these programs, providing previously unreleased details on significant encounters, including the well-known 2004 “Tic-Tac” incident. Covering Stratton’s experiences from 2008 to 2021 in defense and intelligence, the book aims to address public curiosity about UAP investigations and enhance transparency in government disclosure. For those following UAP developments, this promises to be a must-read.
James Fox’s upcoming documentary, The Program, originally scheduled for release in the summer of 2024, is poised to make waves by presenting never-before-heard testimonies from whistleblowers about covert government UFO programs. The film will include accounts from individuals involved in secretive operations, potentially related to extraterrestrial technology retrieval and reverse engineering, alongside interviews with sitting members of Congress. Fox, known for his previous works like The Phenomenon and Moment of Contact, aims to shed light on hidden programs and push for greater transparency regarding UAP phenomena. With firsthand witness accounts and political engagement, The Program promises to contribute significant new information to the ongoing conversation surrounding UFOs and government secrecy.
The next UAP hearings in Congress are expected to take place in September 2024, with discussions continuing the focus on government transparency and accountability regarding unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs). Building on previous hearings from the summer, these sessions will feature new witnesses, aiming to shed light on hidden programs and previously classified data related to UAP encounters. Key advocates, such as Representative Tim Burchett and Senator Chuck Schumer, are pushing for legislation that would require the government to declassify UAP-related information, furthering efforts toward full disclosure.
The 2024 AARO (All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office) public report is expected to be released in the near future, following their mandate to update the public and Congress on UAP (Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena) investigations. The report will cover UAP sightings and assessments from late 2023 through mid-2024. AARO aims to provide greater transparency about its findings, with the goal of distinguishing misidentified advanced U.S. technologies, such as spy planes, from truly unexplained phenomena. Additionally, the report is expected to address unresolved cases from previous years and continue efforts to close gaps in UAP analysis. While an exact release date has not been confirmed, the report is anticipated soon.
As part of a broader transparency initiative, a new bill is attached to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and calls for the creation of a UAP Records Collection managed by the National Archives, with the presumption that these records will be immediately disclosed to the public. A key provision is the controversial eminent domain clause, which allows the government to claim possession of UAP-related materials held by private entities. However, the bill faces resistance from lawmakers like Representatives Mike Turner and Mike Rogers, who argue against its costs and national security implications, especially with backing from defense industry interests. Despite bipartisan efforts for transparency, the fate of the bill remains uncertain as it moves through Congress.
Sol’s next major conference is expected to take place in 2024, though the specific date and venue have not yet been confirmed. This upcoming event is part of the Sol Foundation’s broader 2024-2025 research agenda, which aims to continue advancing the study of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) across multiple disciplines. The conference will likely build on the success of their November 2023 symposium at Stanford University, which featured prominent figures such as Avi Loeb, Jacques Vallée, and Christopher Mellon. The foundation is focused on both scientific inquiry and policy-making, with plans to explore UAP-related topics including physics, propulsion technology, and the societal implications of UAP research. The next conference is expected to follow a similar multidisciplinary format, addressing pressing issues related to UAPs with top academics and government officials.
The updated version of Trinity: The Best-Kept Secret by Jacques Vallée and Paola Harris focuses on the 1945 UFO crash near the Trinity nuclear test site in New Mexico, making it a significant yet lesser-known event in UFO history. This incident took place two years before the well-known Roswell crash and the sighting by Kenneth Arnold in 1947. The updated edition includes additional eyewitness testimony that strengthens the case for the recovery of an extraterrestrial craft by the U.S. military. Witnesses described the craft as avocado-shaped, and Vallée and Harris conducted extensive field research, combining interviews and site investigations to reconstruct the event. Their work contributes to the broader discussion on advanced technologies, suggesting that such incidents could have major implications for both national security and our understanding of physics.
Forbidden Science 6: The Juicy Years by Jacques Vallée is the latest volume in his long-running journal series, continuing his in-depth exploration of UFO research, government involvement, and key moments in the field of unidentified phenomena. This edition focuses on Vallée’s personal interactions with high-profile researchers and officials, offering rare insights into the challenges of UFO investigation and scientific progress in the field. It provides a unique, behind-the-scenes look at the breakthroughs and roadblocks Vallée encountered during these pivotal years in UFO research.
In September 2024, Donald Trump discussed UAPs during his appearance on the Lex Fridman podcast. His remarks highlighted a cautious but intrigued stance on UAPs as part of the broader discourse surrounding government transparency.
Lue Elizondo’s book Imminent: Inside the Pentagon’s Hunt for UFOs was released on August 20, 2024, and quickly gained attention as a bestseller. In this memoir, Lue Elizondo provides an insider’s account of his work leading the Pentagon’s Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP), revealing previously undisclosed details about UAP investigations. The book highlights significant national security concerns surrounding UAPs, including their capabilities, which Elizondo claims far exceed known human technologies. Elizondo criticizes the U.S. government’s reluctance to fully disclose UAP information, citing a lack of solutions and the defense establishment’s unwillingness to confront the issue publicly. Despite being partially redacted, the book advocates for greater transparency and a deeper public understanding of UAP.
As these key players release new findings and the UAP Disclosure Act works its way through Congress, the coming months could reshape the way we view these phenomena. September 2024 is shaping up to be a defining moment in the ongoing search for answers, potentially paving the way for a more transparent and informed understanding of UAPs and their broader significance.
