In January 2015, U.S. Navy pilots operating from the USS Theodore Roosevelt, operating near Florida, off the East Coast of the United States encountered unidentified flying objects (UFO) that have since become known as the “GOFAST” and “GIMBAL” incidents. These events, along with other significant UAP encounters—the FLIR1 incident—have captivated the public and experts alike, raising numerous questions about the nature of these phenomena. The GOFAST and GIMBAL incidents stand out due to the extraordinary speed and low altitude of the object, which defied conventional explanations and left the U.S. Navy pilots who witnessed it in awe. T

INCIDENT SUMMARY

The GOFAST/GIMBAL incidents refer to the encounter of an unidentified object by U.S. Navy pilots in January 2015. The object, captured on video, was observed moving at an incredibly high speed just above the surface of the ocean. Unlike conventional aircraft, the object displayed no visible means of propulsion and moved in a manner inconsistent with known aviation technology. The incident, captured on the aircraft’s Advanced Targeting Forward-Looking Infrared (ATFLIR) system, has since been a subject of intense scrutiny and analysis.

 

DETAILS

    • LOCATION: East Coast of the United States, over the Atlantic Ocean, near Florida, USA.
    • DATE: January 2015
    • TIME: Exact time unknown, but the incident occurred during a routine training mission
    • EVENT DURATION: The object was tracked for several seconds on the ATFLIR system
    • NUMBER OF OBJECTS: One
    • OBJECT(S) SHAPE: Indeterminate due to the infrared imaging, but the object appeared small and fast-moving
    • DESCRIPTION OF THE OBJECT(S): The object appeared to be small, moving at an extremely high speed just above the surface of the ocean. It was tracked using the ATFLIR system, which captured its rapid movement without any visible propulsion system. The object did not emit any heat signature typically associated with jet engines or rocket propulsion, and it moved without creating a sonic boom or visible disturbance in the water.
    • ALIEN(S) ENCOUNTERED: None reported
    • DESCRIPTION OF ALIEN(S): N/A
    • CE CLASSIFICATION: CE1 (Close Encounter of the First Kind)
    • Sightings of a UFO within 500 feet without any physical effects or interaction with the environment.

 

    WITNESSES

    The GOFAST incident was witnessed by multiple U.S. Navy personnel, particularly the pilots and radar operators aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt, a Nimitz-class aircraft carrier. 

    • LT. RYAN GRAVES: U.S. Navy aviator that has publicly discussed his experiences with UAPs during the 2015 operations off the East Coast. He described encounters with objects that displayed characteristics similar to those observed in the GOFAST incident, including high speed, erratic movements, and lack of a visible propulsion system.

    WITNESSES OF SIMULAR ENCOUNTERS

      • SEE FLIR1/TIC TAC Encounter
      • LT. DANNY ACCOIN: Another U.S. Navy pilot who has described multiple encounters with UAPs during the same time frame. He has confirmed the existence of these objects and their ability to perform maneuvers beyond the capabilities of known aircraft.
      • SENIOR CHIEF KEVIN DAY: Although primarily associated with the 2004 Nimitz incident, Day has discussed the broader context of UAP encounters and the significance of radar operators in detecting these objects. His expertise lends credibility to the observations made during the GOFAST encounter.

     

    CONCLUSION

    The GOFAST/GIMBAL incidents of January 2015 remain some of the most intriguing UAP encounters in recent history. Captured on video by U.S. Navy pilots, the object’s rapid movement, lack of visible propulsion, and mysterious nature continue to challenge conventional explanations. Despite extensive analysis, no definitive explanation for the GOFAST or GIMBAL objects have been provided, leaving it in the realm of unexplained phenomena.

    These incidents, along with other encounters like the FLIR1 video, have contributed to a growing recognition of UAPs as a legitimate subject of inquiry. The U.S. government has since acknowledged the reality of these encounters, leading to the establishment of the UAP Task Force and ongoing investigations into these mysterious objects.

    The GOFAST/GIMBAL incidents highlight the need for continued scientific investigation into UAPs. As more data is collected and analyzed, we may eventually uncover the truth behind these elusive phenomena. Until then, the GOFAST/GIMBAL videos serve as a stark reminder of how much we still don’t know about the world around us—and what might be out there beyond our understanding.