BLOG: The 3 Most Credible UFO Sightings of the Modern Era
Happy World UFO Day! While UFO sightings have been reported for decades, the 21st century has brought forth encounters backed by military-grade sensors, radar data, and official government releases. These incidents have shifted the conversation from fringe speculation to serious inquiry. Here are three of the most compelling modern UFO cases, each supported by credible evidence.
1. USS Nimitz “Tic Tac” Encounter (2004)
In November 2004, Navy pilots from the USS Nimitz Carrier Strike Group encountered a white, oval-shaped object—dubbed the "Tic Tac"—off the coast of Southern California. The object exhibited extraordinary flight capabilities, including rapid acceleration and the ability to hover without visible means of propulsion. Radar operators aboard the USS Princeton had been tracking similar objects for days prior to the visual encounter.
Watch the official FLIR footage:
2. Gimbal UFO Video (2015)
Captured by a U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet's infrared camera in January 2015, the Gimbal video shows an object flying against strong winds, rotating mid-flight without any discernible wings or exhaust plume. Pilots aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt witnessed the event during routine training exercises off the East Coast.
View the declassified Gimbal video:
3. Las Vegas Backyard Encounter (2023)
In April 2023, a Las Vegas family reported seeing two large, non-human entities in their backyard shortly after a bright object was observed falling from the sky. The incident was corroborated by police bodycam footage capturing the initial flash. Forensic video analyst Scott Roder examined the family's footage and concluded it was authentic and unaltered, noting the presence of two beings exhibiting cloaking behavior.
These cases stand out not just for their compelling visuals but for the credibility of their sources—trained military personnel and corroborated sensor data. As governments worldwide become more transparent about unidentified aerial phenomena, the line between science fiction and reality continues to blur. This World UFO Day, take a moment to look up—you never know what might be watching back.
These aren’t the only credible and intriguing UFO encounters; for even more, check out our BLOG: 10 Historic UFO Photos Taken Around the World.
