Anonymous source group

Ctr (name redacted), 12AF Det 3 PAROC, Air Force (QC)

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Linked incidents

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2020-09-16 / Strait of Hormuz / unresolved

A U.S. Air Force ISR aircraft operating over the Arabian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Gulf of Oman reported observing one UAP at 1732Z on 16 September 2020, as recorded in MISREP 4782130. The observation is cross-referenced to OBS LINE 1, which is redacted. The report was declassified on 22 January 2026 by MG Richard A. Harrison, USCENTCOM Chief of Staff, and approved for release to AARO.

One UAP observed at 1732Z on 16 September 2020; estimated altitude 1,800 feet; observed via ISR asset; further description redacted (OBS LINE 1)