1980’s: Government Secrecy and New Encounters

1980: The Rendlesham Forest Incident
The Rendlesham Forest Incident in the UK involved U.S. military personnel from RAF Bentwaters and RAF Woodbridge, who reported observing unusual lights and a triangular craft in the forest. This event is often dubbed “Britain’s Roswell.”

1986: The Japan Air Lines Flight 1628 Incident
The Japan Air Lines Flight 1628 Incident occurred when a cargo plane flying over Alaska was followed by a large UFO. The crew communicated the event to ground control, and the object was tracked on radar.

1987: The Gulf Breeze UFO Sightings
The Gulf Breeze UFO Sightings in Florida featured a series of UFO encounters, including photographs and videos taken by Ed Walters. While the case garnered significant attention, some later accused Walters of fabricating the evidence.