Clifford Stone Special Report 5 - UFO Technology

Magazine Overview

This document, titled "SPECIAL REPORT 5: UFO'S: IS THERE A TECHNOLOGY INVOLVED?" by Clifford E. Stone, dated March 31, 1991, is a report that delves into the U.S. government's stance and documentation concerning Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and their potential technology. It argues that the government's concern and knowledge about UFO technology exceed its public admissions.

General Discussion

The report begins by outlining the three official conclusions of the U.S. Air Force's Project Blue Book and the Defense Department regarding UFOs: no threat to national security, no indication of technology beyond current scientific knowledge, and no evidence of extraterrestrial vehicles. However, the author points out what the Defense Department *did not* state, which included the conclusion that UFOs were real, presented a potential threat, and that some unidentified sightings involved technology beyond present-day scientific knowledge and appeared to be under intelligent control, not belonging to any known government.

The report states its intention to examine U.S. government documentation on UFO technology, positing that if UFOs didn't exist, there would be no mention of their technology in government records. The author suggests that the existence of this technology is a reason for the government's classification of UFO information.

It is noted that previous reports in the series have discussed technologies not currently possessed by the U.S. and that other government documentation directly mentions UFO technology and its potential outcomes.

Case Files

Case 1: CIA Document on UFO Propulsion

On November 6, 1978, the CIA released a heavily censored document referencing a possible UFO propulsion system. A theory suggested that electromagnetic fields are closely associated with superconductivity at very low temperatures, such as in space, and this is related to UFO propulsion. The document also mentioned a rumor that fragments of a possible UFO found in Brazil bore a relationship to superconductors and magnetohydrodynamics. The CIA learned of the Brazil UFO incident through a State Department "Moon Dust" Report, and the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) reportedly has a classified report on this incident, which involved a "Blue Fly" operation.

Case 2: CIA Interest in UFO Research

In April and May 1976, the CIA's Domestic Collection Division (DCD) reviewed a UFO study. The released documents indicated the CIA's interest in UFO research, including that conducted by private researchers. One document noted that the government did not seem to have a formal program for identifying UFO phenomena, but offices and personnel within the Agency were monitoring it unofficially. These individuals sought information that might indicate a threat potential or foreign developments and applications of UFO-related research.

Case 3: Kuwait Sightings and Investigation

On October 15, 1980, the State Department declassified documents concerning UFO sightings in Kuwait during November and December 1978. These sightings led the Government of Kuwait to form an "Investigation Committee of experts from the Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR)." The committee's report rejected the idea that UFOs were espionage devices but remained equivocal about their extraterrestrial origin. A KISR representative stated that scientists did not have enough information to definitively say they weren't spaceships. The report also details an incident where a petroleum system shut down while a UFO was overhead and restarted itself only after the UFO departed, an unusual occurrence for a system designed to prevent damage.

Case 4: NSA Documents on UFO Technology and Survival

Under a letter dated January 10, 1980, the National Security Agency (NSA) released two documents concerning UFOs. One document discussed the vulnerability to surprise material (advanced technology) and argued that if an unfriendly power gained access to UFO technology, the U.S. would be defenseless, urging a more serious look at UFOs. The second document addressed survival in conjunction with UFOs, suggesting ways the human race might survive a confrontation with a technologically superior extraterrestrial race. The NSA stated these documents were not official NSA reports and did not reflect an official position, a claim the author disputes.

Conclusions

The report concludes that the U.S. Government is more concerned about the possible technology involved with UFO phenomena than it wishes to admit or reveal to the public. The author questions how something that supposedly does not exist could have a "possible propulsion system" and why the CIA would be interested in "threat potential" or "indications of foreign developments or applications of UFO related research." The author suggests that the American Intelligence Community is concerned about a threat potential involving UFOs or the exploitation of UFO technology by an unfriendly power, despite the U.S. Government's official stance that such technology does not exist. The report implies that while the government officially denies UFOs, it is actively trying to acquire information about their technology unofficially, either to gain an advantage over other powers or to defend against potential threats.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout the report is the perceived discrepancy between the U.S. government's public statements about UFOs and its actual internal interest and concern regarding UFO technology. The author's stance is critical of the government's perceived secrecy and obfuscation, suggesting a hidden agenda related to understanding and potentially harnessing advanced technologies associated with UFOs. The report consistently questions the official narrative and uses declassified documents to support the argument that UFO technology is a significant area of government interest and concern.

This document is a collection of internal memos and reports related to UFO research and sightings, primarily from the 1970s. It details requests for information, the involvement of various government departments, and specific incidents, including UFO sightings in Kuwait.

UFO Research and Intelligence Interest

The core of these documents revolves around the interest and activities of various entities in UFO phenomena. A key document, dated April 16, 1976, from DCD, outlines attempts to obtain analytical guidance on the UFO subject. It mentions contacting an A/DDS&T representative (referred to as DR) who expressed interest and promised to look into the matter. This DR later relayed information suggesting that the government does not have an apparent official program for UFO identification or solution, but that independent researchers' efforts are vital. However, it was noted that offices and personnel within the agency were monitoring UFO phenomena on an unofficial basis. The recommendation was to maintain contact and develop reporting channels to keep the agency informed of new developments, particularly those indicating a threat potential or foreign research applications.

Another document, dated May 27, 1976, from DCD, refers to a previous discussion and attaches material that might be of interest. The source felt this material should be evaluated by the Agency, potentially outside its UFO connection to remove controversy. The document highlights the challenge of evaluating potentially important UFO-related data from S&T sources due to the lack of a clear channel for analysis and dissemination. It suggests a continued periodic update to the recipient.

A memo for the file dated June 25, 1976, details a meeting with an ORD representative regarding possible interest in a UFO case. Copies of relevant documents were provided. The ORD representative indicated that interest would be kept at a low profile until an evaluation could be made, and that he would be in touch regularly. A subsequent document from June 25, 1976, to DCD, reiterates that ORD has exhibited interest and a qualified analyst is attempting to evaluate the system and requested additional information. It also references earlier correspondence about obtaining a more complete description of a system.

UFO Sightings in Kuwait

A significant portion of the documents focuses on UFO sightings in Kuwait, causing security concerns. A report from the US Embassy in Kuwait, dated January 29, 1979, details a series of UFO sightings that led the Kuwaiti government to appoint an investigatory committee from the Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR). The KISR committee's report, released in January, described eight sightings and rejected the notion that they were espionage devices but was equivocal about their extraterrestrial origin. The committee recommended measures to protect Kuwait's air space, territory, and oil resources.

The report also notes that some local wags joked about the sightings, but a more significant event involved a UFO that appeared over the northern oil fields. A senior Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) official reported that the UFO caused the company's automatic pumping equipment to shut down, and the system restarted when the UFO vanished. This event was not addressed in the KISR committee's report. The phenomena stimulated increased interest among Kuwaiti officials in the country's air defense system.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in these documents are government and intelligence agency interest in UFO phenomena, the challenges of analyzing and disseminating information on the subject, and the specific case of UFO sightings in Kuwait. The documents suggest a cautious approach, with a desire to evaluate information for potential threat or scientific value while maintaining a low profile due to the controversial nature of the subject. There is an emphasis on the importance of independent research and the need for proper channels for analysis and reporting. The editorial stance, as inferred from the content, is one of official inquiry and data collection, acknowledging the phenomena while navigating bureaucratic and public perception challenges.

This document is a letter from the National Security Agency (NSA) Central Security Service, dated January 10, 1980, addressed to Specialist Clifford E. Stone. It responds to his Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests from July 16, 1978, and February 21, 1979, concerning information the agency may have on Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs).

Document Release and Content The letter states that two documents within the scope of Stone's request have been processed and enclosed. These documents were released pursuant to an administrative appeal under the FOIA. They were written in 1968 by an NSA employee who had an interest in UFOs. One document was originally classified because it tangentially discussed protected NSA activities, while the remaining portions reflected open-source information on UFOs.

The NSA emphasizes that these draft documents were never published, formally issued, acted upon, or responded to by any government official or agency. They are not considered 'NSA reports' and do not reflect an official NSA position concerning UFOs. Their release is solely due to their retention by the agency for historical reference purposes.

FOIA Exemptions and Deletions Deletions were made to the documents in accordance with Title 5 U.S.C. 552, the FOIA. Specifically, deletions were made under:

1. Title 5 U.S.C. 552(b)(1): This exempts matters specifically authorized under Executive Order to be kept secret in the interest of national defense or foreign policy, and which are properly classified. The deleted information was classified according to Executive Order 12065 and Department of Defense (DoD) Regulation 5200.1-R, and was found to be properly excluded from declassification or downgrading.
2. Title 5 U.S.C. 552(b)(3): This exempts matters specifically exempted from disclosure by statute, citing Title 18 U.S.C. 798, Title 50 U.S.C. 403(d)(3), and Public Law 86-36.

Other records falling within the scope of the request were withheld in their entirety, citing the following FOIA provisions:

• Title 5 U.S.C. 552(b)(1)
• Title 5 U.S.C. 552(b)(3), in conjunction with Title 18 U.S.C. 798, Title 50 U.S.C. 403(d)(3), and Public Law 86-36
• Title 5 U.S.C. 552(b)(5): Exempts inter-agency or intra-agency memorandums or letters not available by law to a party other than an agency in litigation.
• Title 5 U.S.C. 552(b)(6): Exempts personnel and similar files where disclosure would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy.

No portion of the information withheld in its entirety was considered reasonably segregable.

Referral of Records Information originating with other Federal agencies and components was also withheld. In accordance with DoD Directive 5400.7, such records were referred to the originating agency or component for disposition, and those agencies would correspond directly with the requester.

Appeal Procedures Since the requests were denied in part, the letter advises the requester of the agency's appeal procedures. Any person denied access to records may file an appeal within 30 days after notification of denial to the NSA/CSS Freedom of Information Act Appeal Authority. The appeal must reference the initial denial and detail the grounds for believing release is required. The Appeal Authority is expected to respond within 20 working days.

Enclosures and Signature The letter indicates "2 Encls: a/s" (enclosures as stated). It is signed by Roy R. Banner, Chief, Policy Staff.

Draft Monograph: UFO Hypothesis and Survival Questions Attached to the letter are draft documents, including a monograph titled "UFO HYPOTHESIS AND SURVIVAL QUESTIONS." This monograph aims to briefly consider the human survival implications suggested by various principal hypotheses concerning the nature of UFO phenomena.

Section 1: UFO's and Hoaxes The monograph argues that UFOs are not all hoaxes. It notes that hoaxes are typically infrequent and geographically restricted, whereas UFO phenomena have been witnessed globally across time by many reputable scientists. The author points to a three-month period in 1953 where Air Force records showed 35 sightings of undetermined nature. The monograph defines UFOs as flying, sailing, or maneuvering aerial objects, whether glowing, pulsating, or metallic, with a circular or cigarish shape.

Section 2: Scientific Findings and Human Response Dr. Jacques Vallee, a communications science expert, is cited for his studies on human responses to unusual phenomena. The monograph describes a predictable psychological process: initial objective recording, followed by shock when the strange nature of the phenomena is realized. To cope, the mind employs imagination and interpretation, which can lead to contradictions. This process can repeat, or if the strangeness is high enough to induce terror, the mind may collapse, leading to amnesia or a 'religious experience' attributed to the event or object.

Section 3: The Intelligence Community Blind Spot The document highlights the "human incapacity to objectively process and evaluate highly unusual data" as a significant weakness in the intelligence community, particularly concerning surprise attack indicators. This "blind spot" prevents effective response to unexpected events.

Section 4: Conclusions and Recommendations The monograph concludes that this "human flaw" cannot be allowed to obscure unusual or surprising material. It recommends addressing this issue, noting that some individuals are less affected by strange phenomena and can report them more objectively. Specific recommendations are to be detailed in the following sections (not fully visible in the provided scan).

Appendix: Other Examples of Blindness to Surprise Material The appendix provides historical examples where a failure to conceive of or believe in novel or unexpected threats led to defeat or disaster. These include:

• The Aztecs' inability to conceive of the Spanish as human enemies.
• The Spanish underestimation of American naval capabilities in the Spanish-American War.
• The French faith in the Maginot Line, leading to being outflanked by the German blitzkrieg in 1940.
• The surprise attack at Pearl Harbor due to underappreciation of aircraft carrier power.
• The Battle of Midway, where US battleships were not adequately protected by air cover.
• The German conviction that the Normandy invasion was impossible at Pas de Calais, leading to under-reinforcement.
• The German disbelief in the possibility of breaking their Enigma code.
• American dismissal of fast-moving oval objects as mental illusions, potentially leading to vulnerability to guided missiles.
• American underestimation of WWII anti-aircraft and small arms fire in Vietnam.
• American misjudgment of Vietnamese deception tactics leading to friendly fire incidents.

Charts Two charts are referenced: "Chart A: The Pattern of Objective and Speculative Material During Observations of Unusual Data (Speculative Chart)" and "Chart B: Reporting Index," which plots strangeness against the number of people reporting an event.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance The document, particularly the draft monograph, focuses on the psychological impact of unusual phenomena and the cognitive biases that can hinder objective analysis, especially within intelligence contexts. It argues that the human mind's tendency to reject or misinterpret data that challenges its established worldview poses a significant risk, particularly in military and national security scenarios. The underlying stance is that these psychological vulnerabilities must be understood and mitigated to ensure effective response to unexpected threats, including UFO phenomena. The NSA's letter frames the release of these documents within the context of FOIA compliance and the historical archiving of information, while distancing itself from the content as an official position.

This document is a scanned, multi-page 'SECRET DRAFT' discussing various hypotheses concerning Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and their potential implications. The content appears to be a speculative analysis rather than a published magazine issue, with a focus on national security, psychological effects, and survival.

Hypothesis 1: UFOs are Hallucinations

The document begins by acknowledging that people and machines, like radar, can hallucinate. However, it notes that instances where groups of people and radar simultaneously observe the same phenomenon, sometimes with supporting circumstantial physical evidence, challenge the idea that all UFOs are hallucinations. It also mentions that a significant percentage of reports come from individuals in responsible positions in science, government, and industry, further questioning the hallucination hypothesis.

The psychological implications of UFOs being largely illusory are considered severe. Such a scenario would call into question humanity's ability to distinguish reality from fantasy, potentially leading to a considerable impairment of rational judgment. This impairment is deemed imperative to study scientifically to prevent it from reaching epidemic proportions, especially concerning nations equipped with nuclear weapons.

Hypothesis 2: UFOs are Natural Phenomena

This section explores the possibility that UFOs are natural phenomena. If this hypothesis is correct, it raises serious doubts about the reliability of air warning systems in accurately diagnosing attack situations. The document notes that trained military observers have reported UFOs behaving like high-speed, high-performance, high-altitude rockets or aircraft, with apparent solidity and craft-like shapes, sometimes confirmed by radar. It is suggested that if such objects can be mistaken for conventional aircraft by military personnel, they could potentially be used by an adversary to trigger false reports of missile attacks.

Furthermore, the document discusses a mental 'blind spot' that some responsible military officers may have developed towards objects exhibiting UFO characteristics. This attitude is seen as an invitation for an enemy to exploit this gap by building replicas of these phenomena to penetrate defenses. The possibility of these phenomena defying radar detection and causing massive electromagnetic interference is also highlighted, emphasizing the importance of understanding their nature before potential adversaries can use them to circumvent or jam defense systems.

Hypothesis 3: UFOs are Secret Earth Projects

The document posits that some UFOs are actually secret projects developed on Earth. It references a U.S. Air Force reentry vehicle and a publicized Canadian 'saucer' project as evidence for this hypothesis. The implication is that all UFO sightings should be carefully scrutinized to identify such 'friendly' or enemy projects, to prevent a nation from being intimidated by a new secret doomsday weapon.

Hypothesis 4: UFOs are Extraterrestrial

This section delves into the implications if 'they' (presumably extraterrestrials) discover humanity and are technologically superior. Drawing on historical patterns, it suggests that a technologically inferior civilization often faces physical conquest or absorption by a more virile and aggressive culture. The document cites the Japanese people as an example of a nation that, despite being technologically inferior, managed to survive and maintain its identity by accepting its limitations, achieving national solidarity, limiting intercourse with the superior culture, maintaining a friendly attitude, and actively learning from the superior culture.

General Comment and Survival Attitude

The document concludes by stating that while it has not exhausted all possible UFO hypotheses, the ones presented have serious survival implications. It criticizes the 'leisurely scientific approach' that has often been taken in dealing with UFO questions. Instead, it advocates for a survival attitude, comparing the reaction to a UFO report to the immediate and defensive response required when hearing a warning of a 'rattler' in a forest. It suggests that dealing with UFOs should be an intensive emergency action to determine the threat and develop adequate defensive measures quickly.

Modern Civilization and Survival

The final section reflects on the characteristics of modern civilization, drawing a parallel with observations of chimpanzees in captivity. It questions whether modern civilization might be causing a similar lessening of humanity's adaptive capability, health, and ability to recognize reality and survive. It speculates that the UFO question might even prompt studies that could lead to the construction of a society conducive to developing a completely human being, healthy in mind and body, and capable of recognizing and adapting to real environmental situations.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes revolve around the nature of UFOs, their potential origins (hallucinations, natural phenomena, secret projects, extraterrestrial), and the profound implications for national security, human psychology, and species survival. The editorial stance, as presented in this 'DRAFT', is one of urgency and concern, advocating for a proactive, defensive, and survival-oriented approach to the UFO phenomenon, moving beyond purely academic or leisurely scientific investigation.