On April 5, 1966, the House Armed Forces Committee held a hearing on unidentified flying objects (UFOs). This was an official congressional inquiry into the topic, part of the public record on what is now called unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP).
What was the purpose of this hearing?
The House Armed Forces Committee convened to examine unidentified flying objects as a matter of national concern.
Who was involved?
The hearing was conducted by the House Armed Forces Committee during the 89th Congress, second session.
Where can I find the full record?
The complete official transcript is published by the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GovInfo) and is part of the public congressional record on UAP.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did this hearing take place?
The hearing was held on April 5, 1966.
Which committee held this hearing?
The House Armed Forces Committee held the hearing.
Committee on Armed Forces of the House of Representatives
What Congress was this hearing part of?
The hearing was part of the 89th Congress, second session.
Eighty-ninth Congress, second session