Retired U.S. Navy commander and the lead pilot who visually encountered the Tic Tac UAP in 2004; testified to Congress in 2023.
Commander David Fravor (Ret.) is a former U.S. Navy fighter pilot and commanding officer of the Black Aces squadron (VFA-41), best known as the primary witness to the 2004 Tic Tac encounter.
What did David Fravor see?
On November 14, 2004, Fravor was vectored to investigate radar contacts off Southern California and observed a smooth, white, ~40-foot Tic Tac-shaped object hovering over a churning patch of ocean. When he moved to intercept, the object mirrored his movements and then accelerated away instantly with no visible propulsion.
What has Fravor said publicly?
Fravor has recounted the encounter on 60 Minutes (2021), on major podcasts, and under oath at the July 2023 House Oversight hearing, describing the object's performance as "not of this world" in terms of known technology.
Why is Fravor's account important?
As an experienced fighter pilot and squadron commander, Fravor's detailed, consistent testimony is a cornerstone of the modern UAP discussion.
Notable Testimonies
- House Oversight Committee UAP Hearing (July 26, 2023)
- 60 Minutes interview (2021)