🇺🇸 CIA
In March 1956, the CIA showed interest in a report about a UFO detected by radar and visually confirmed by a commercial airline pilot. The document highlights the importance of staying informed about such phenomena, even abroad. It references an article published in the French magazine *Match*, showing that U.S. intelligence was closely monitoring significant sightings.
The memo also raises questions about coordination with the Air Force and the tracking of international sightings. Although the topic seemed outlandish, the need to be prepared to debunk sensationalist reports was acknowledged. The concern was not only scientific but also political, as controlling the narrative was key to avoiding unnecessary panic.