Project Blue Book was the third and most extensive of a series of systematic studies conducted by the U.S. Air Force on unidentified flying objects. Preceded by Project Sign in 1947 and Project Grudge in 1949, Project Blue Book was initiated amid a surge of public interest and concern over UFO sightings. Headquartered at Wright-Patterson…
When it comes to the study of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs), one name stands out in the annals of history: Captain Edward J. Ruppelt. Often considered a pioneer in the field of UFO research, Ruppelt’s contributions were pivotal during the early years of the U.S. Air Force’s official investigations into…