🇧🇷 Fuerza Aérea (Operação Prato)
In 2010, the Brazilian Ministry of Defense responded to an information request from Congressman Chico Alencar regarding documents related to unidentified flying objects (UFOs). This official document reveals that the Brazilian Air Force Command had been collecting and cataloging UFO sightings reports since the 1950s. The records, including observations from pilots, air traffic controllers, and civilian testimonies, were sent to the National Archives for public access. Additionally, it mentions internal commissions tasked with evaluating the reliability of the data, aiming to create a database for future research. Although no specific case details were disclosed, it was confirmed that the Brazilian government had systematically managed UFO information.
The document also addresses inquiries about the declassification process and the transfer of files to the National Archives. It highlights the Air Force Command's efforts to organize and prepare these materials, including testimonies, photos, drawings, and sighting reports. While no definitive scientific conclusions were presented, the text shows a methodical approach by Brazilian authorities in handling this phenomenon. This file, though partially incomplete, provides a historical perspective on how the Brazilian government has addressed UFO reports over several decades.