Alaska UFO Incident (2023)

On February 10, 2023, the United States Air Force took decisive action against an unidentified high-altitude entity that had unexpectedly entered U.S. airspace over Alaska. This breach, which occurred the day prior, raised immediate concerns for national security. In a swift response, the Air Force managed to intercept and neutralize the intruder, causing it to descend rapidly and crash into the icy waters of the Beaufort Sea.

The coordinates of the crash (70.20556, -148.51167) are located in the state of Alaska, USA. Specifically, they are in the North Slope Borough, near the Beaufort Sea. This area is in the Arctic region of Alaska and is known for its vast, remote landscapes and significant oil reserves. The nearby Prudhoe Bay is one of the largest oil fields in North America. The region is sparsely populated and characterized by tundra landscapes and extreme cold temperatures, especially in winter.

The Department of Defense later provided some specifics about the object, drawing comparisons in size to that of a compact car. Compact cars generally have measurements that fall within specific ranges. The length of these cars is usually between 160 to 180 inches, equating to approximately 13.3 to 15 feet. Their width typically spans from 68 to 72 inches, or about 5.6 to 6 feet. As for height, compact cars tend to range from around 54 to 60 inches, which translates to 4.5 to 5 feet.

Traveling at a significant altitude of approximately 40,000 feet (12,000 meters) in a northeast direction, the object’s flight path and altitude were of significant concern as they presented potential risks to civil aviation operating in the area.

Despite initial efforts to retrieve or further investigate the sunken object, by February 18, 2023, sources confirmed that the search had come to an end, either due to challenges in recovery or strategic decisions made at the higher echelons of the defense community.

The unexplained aerial object was cylindrical, silver, and seemed to hover. Detected by U.S. radar at 9 p.m. AKST on February 9, the U.S. Northern Command dispatched an E-3 Sentry AWACS to monitor it, with inflight refueling assistance. Two observational flybys were conducted, one on February 9’s evening and another the next morning. F-35 jets from Eielson Air Force Base and F-22s from Joint Base Elmendorf–Richardson visually inspected the object and confirmed it was unmanned.

U.S. Northern Command (NORTHCOM)

Established in 2002, U.S. Northern Command (NORTHCOM) is one of the eleven unified combatant commands of the U.S. Department of Defense. Its primary mission is to provide command and control of the Department of Defense’s homeland defense efforts and to coordinate defense support of civil authorities. NORTHCOM defends America’s territories from attack, helps safeguard its borders, and supports national response to disasters. Its area of responsibility includes the continental United States, Alaska, Canada, Mexico, and surrounding waters out to approximately 500 nautical miles.

E-3 Sentry AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System)

The E-3 Sentry AWACS is an airborne radar system developed by Boeing. Mounted on a modified Boeing 707 airframe, the AWACS’s distinctive feature is the rotating radar dome above its fuselage. This radar provides all-weather surveillance, command, control, and communications needed by commanders of U.S. and NATO air defense forces. It can detect aircraft from long distances, making it a critical asset for air sovereignty and air defense missions.

F-35 jets from Eielson Air Force Base Eielson Air Force Base, located in Alaska, began receiving F-35A Lightning II aircraft in 2020. The F-35 is a family of single-seat, single-engine, all-weather stealth multirole combat aircraft developed by Lockheed Martin. Designed to perform both air superiority and strike missions, the F-35 also possesses advanced electronic warfare capabilities. Eielson’s strategic location in Alaska makes it a crucial base for projecting airpower in the Indo-Pacific region and for training in the vast airspace of the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex.

F-22s from Joint Base Elmendorf–Richardson Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER), situated near Anchorage, Alaska, hosts a fleet of F-22 Raptors. The F-22 Raptor, manufactured by Lockheed Martin, is a fifth-generation, single-seat, twin-engine, all-weather stealth tactical fighter aircraft. It combines both air superiority and ground attack capabilities with advanced stealth technology. Its presence at JBER underscores the strategic importance of Alaska in U.S. defense posture, especially given the proximity to the Asia-Pacific region and the Arctic.

Pilots provided varied descriptions of the unidentified UAP in Alaska. While some mentioned interference with their aircraft’s sensors, others didn’t observe this. Some couldn’t discern any propulsion method on the object.

U.S. officials noted that the object moved across Alaska, then proceeded northwards over the sea, traveling between 20 to 40 mph (32 to 64 km/h).

At approximately 10:45 a.m. AKST on February 10, an F-22 Raptor from JBER downed the object using an AIM-9X Sidewinder missile, marking the second air-to-air victory for that missile type.

AKST (Alaska Standard Time) is the time zone for most of the state of Alaska.

Here’s how AKST relates to EST (Eastern Standard Time) and PST (Pacific Standard Time):

1. AKST relative to EST: AKST is 4 hours behind EST. This means when it’s noon EST, it’s 8:00 AM AKST.
2. AKST relative to PST: AKST is 1 hour behind PST. So, when it’s noon PST, it’s 11:00 AM AKST.

The AIM-9X Sidewinder, produced by Raytheon, stands as the latest and most advanced member of the Sidewinder infrared (IR) air-to-air missile family. Employed by a myriad of aircraft ranging from fighters to helicopters, the AIM-9X is renowned for its high agility, thanks to thrust-vectoring controls that grant it unparalleled turning speeds. The missile is further equipped with a state-of-the-art infrared seeker, improving target acquisition and tracking capabilities. Compatible with helmet-mounted cueing systems, pilots can direct the missile towards a target just by looking at it. The missile, which can reach speeds of over Mach 2.5, boasts a blast-fragmentation warhead designed to annihilate enemy aircraft using a proximity fuse. Its versatility and adaptability have led to its widespread adoption, and continuous updates ensure its place as a top-tier short-range air-to-air missile.

Regarding UAPs (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena), the ability of the AIM-9X to lock onto one would largely depend on the IR signature of the UAP. The AIM-9X’s seeker homes in on the infrared emissions from a target. If a UAP emits heat or has detectable infrared emissions, in theory, the missile could acquire and track it. However, the specific characteristics, behaviors, and potential countermeasures of UAPs remain largely unknown, making it speculative to comment definitively on the missile’s effectiveness against them.

Pentagon press secretary Pat Ryder deemed the object a significant threat to civilian air traffic. It descended onto the icy waters off Deadhorse, close to the Prudhoe Bay Oil Field, within U.S. territorial bounds, and fragmented upon impact.

Several agencies, including the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, and FBI, have been involved in the recovery efforts. Aircrafts such as the CH-47 Chinook, HC-130, and HH-60 Pave Hawk were utilized in the operation.

The object’s ownership and origin remain a mystery. On February 11, U.S. Northern Command stated they had no updates regarding its “capabilities, purpose, or origin.” Harsh Arctic conditions, like wind chill, snow, and limited daylight, hampered the recovery operations. On the same day, a Pentagon representative noted teams were gathering debris atop the ice, with divers and unmanned vehicles collecting further fragments.

During the winter months of December to February in Deadhorse, Alaska, the Arctic chill firmly sets in, with average high temperatures ranging from -10°F to 0°F (-23°C to -18°C) and lows plummeting between -20°F to -30°F (-29°C to -34°C). Deadhorse’s proximity to the Arctic Circle means that during this period, especially around February 11, it experiences the polar night, a phenomenon where the region sees very little to no direct sunlight. Consequently, the days are mostly marked by twilight hours or complete darkness, offering minimal daylight.

By February 18, 2023, the search was reportedly called off.

On February 14, 2023, Sen. Dan Sullivan, a Republican representing the state of Alaska, addressed the media following a classified briefing on unidentified flying objects (UFOs). Sen. Sullivan, who has been an active voice in the U.S. Senate on various issues impacting his state and the nation, found himself at the center of this unfolding narrative. His comments come at a time when the topic of UFOs has garnered significant attention both from the public and governmental bodies. The briefing’s classified nature underscores the seriousness with which the U.S. government is approaching the topic. The upload to Senator Dan Sullivan official youtube channel was called “Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) speaks following classified UFO briefing – February 14, 2023”

Object #2

On February 11, 2023, NORAD intercepted and shot down an unknown object over the Yukon. Following the event, snowfall hampered the search for debris, leading to its suspension on February 17.

The unexplained aerial object was cylindrical, silver, and seemed to hover.

NORAD had tracked the object, deploying both American and Canadian aircraft. As it traveled over U.S. airspace, two U.S. Air Force F-22s from Joint Base Elmendorf–Richardson, with support from refueling planes, kept watch over the object. Once the object moved into Canadian airspace, Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 and CP-140 planes joined in. It was an F-22 that eventually shot the object down in Canadian territory at 3:41 a.m. local time, marking the jet’s third air-to-air victory.

The incident was historic for NORAD, being the first time in its 64-year existence that it had been mobilized to intercept an aerial entity within the U.S.-Canadian aerospace zone. The search area for the debris spread across a vast region of the Yukon, between Dawson City and Mayo. The search spanned about 3,000 sq km (1,870 sq miles) of challenging mountainous territory with deep snow. They indicated the debris was northeast of Dawson City in a difficult alpine area, and there were concerns the object might never be found due to the vast and tough Yukon conditions.

The RCMP spearheaded the search, coordinated by Public Safety Canada, and supported by Yukon-based Canadian Armed Forces units. Assistance also came from the U.S. military, FBI, and U.S. Coast Guard. The Royal Canadian Air Force contributed resources, such as the CC-130H Hercules, CC-138 Twin Otter planes, and CH-148 Cyclone and CH-149 Cormorant helicopters.

Due to the heavy snowfall complicating the search, efforts were halted on February 17, 2023.

Deadhorse, Alaska, and Dawson City, Yukon, are both located in the far northern regions of North America, but they are separated by a significant distance. The straight-line or “as a UAP could fly” distance would be shorter, likely somewhere in the range of 700-800 miles (approximately 1,100-1,300 kilometers), though the exact distance would depend on specific starting and ending points within each location.

Seems like this could be the same UAP. A UAP could travel this distance in under 20 minutes. Why give up the search so quickly? How did this story just disappear?

Let’s not overlook President Biden’s remarks on the United States’ response to recent aerial objects, dated February 16, 2023.

Military aircraft are baiting UAP everyday and civilian aircraft are getting tagged everyday, so how is this different?