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NDTV
05-05-2025
- Science
- NDTV
Massive 1,000-Foot UFO Found In US? Social Media Detectives Debunk The Claim
Quick Take Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. A viral photo claims to show a massive UFO over the Southwest. Luis Lue Elizondo, a former Department of Defense employee, shared it. Upon examining the pic, social media sleuths called out Elizondo. A mysterious photo believed to be of a massive 1,000-foot-wide UFO, hovering over the American Southwest, has gone viral on social media. Released by controversial former Department of Defence employee and activist Luis "Lue" Elizondo, the image has caught the attention of social media users who are now debating if the picture is real or if it has been digitally altered. The grainy photo was allegedly snapped by a commercial airline pilot in 2021 flying at 21,000 feet near the Four Corners landmark joining parts of New Mexico, Arizona, Utah and Colorado. "Captured near Four Corners at FL20, estimated 600-1,000 ft in diameter, silver-hued, disc-shaped," the UAP Disclosure Fund captioned the image on X (formerly Twitter). ✈️ NEW PHOTO (civilian pilot) Captured near Four Corners at FL210—estimated 600-1,000 ft in diameter, silver-hued, disc-shaped. Released moments ago by @LueElizondo during our 'Science, National Security & Innovation' panel. Several speakers confirmed DoD & IC hold hundreds of… — UAP Disclosure Fund (@UAPDF) May 1, 2025 As soon as the image was posted, the internet detectives got to business and pointed out that the picture was really just two crop circles, commonly spotted in desert climates. "This is clearly a crop circle, not a UAP. Mislabeling known terrestrial phenomena erodes public trust and undermines legitimate disclosure efforts. Please correct this mistake, your reputation is on the line," wrote one user. Some users also compared the image to a side-by-side Google Maps pic to show that there was nothing "alien" about the media shared by the ex-federal officer. 'Are you guys serious? Have you never flown in a plane before? These agricultural circles are extremely common,' said another user. Elizondo issues statement After the photo and related claims were debunked by the social media users, Mr Elizondo released a statement, admitting he got it wrong but refused to share an apology. Mr Elizondo said he had been provided the photo by a pilot prior to the forum. "The purpose of me showing the photo was to illustrate the need for civilian and commercial pilots to have a central reporting mechanism to report potential anomalous sightings," he wrote. "In the end, whether a private pilot sees what turns out to be a cloud, a balloon, a tennis shoe, or a UAP, we need a reporting mechanism to ensure it can be analysed and resolved. This was the reason I shared the photo, and I emphasised that several times during the forum." As you know, I am always first to admit mistakes, but this is not one of those times. The facts regarding the photo I shared from a private pilot (as I emphasized several times yesterday during the forum) are as follows: 1. The specific photo had only just been provided to me… — Lue Elizondo (@LueElizondo) May 2, 2025 This is not the first instance when Mr Elizondo has come under scrutiny for his "extraterrestrial" claims, with the Pentagon also debunking his statements that alien life was present on Earth.
Hindustan Times
03-05-2025
- Science
- Hindustan Times
Who is Lue Elizondo? The ex-Pentagon official behind the controversial ‘1,000-foot UFO' photo
A photo claiming to show a 1,000-foot-wide UFO near the Four Corners region in US has stirred up widespread intrigue and scepticism across the internet. The grainy image, reportedly taken by a commercial airline pilot in 2021, shows a silver, disc-shaped object allegedly hovering over the landmark intersection of New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, and Colorado. The image was recently presented by former Department of Defense employee Luis 'Lue' Elizondo during a panel organised by the UAP Disclosure Fund, according to the New York Post. (Also read: Mysterious underwater 'UFO base' believed to be alien hub spotted off Southern California coast) Internet users and sceptics were quick to analyse the photo, suggesting that the so-called flying saucer was nothing more than two crop irrigation circles seen from above. Some pointed out that one circle was darker than the other, giving the illusion of a shadow and making the formation appear like a single 3D object. Despite the criticism, Elizondo remained firm in his position, noting that the photo was presented merely to highlight the lack of a formal reporting system for pilots. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Elizondo offered a detailed explanation: 'As you know, I am always first to admit mistakes, but this is not one of those times,' he wrote. 'The facts regarding the photo I shared from a private pilot… are as follows: 2. The photo had NOT YET been vetted. 3. The dimensions I quoted were per the pilot's own assessment of what he saw, based on altitude and experience.' He stressed that the purpose of sharing the image was not to assert it as verified evidence, but to underscore a larger issue. 'This illustrates a bigger point here… when pilots come out to share what they feel may be anomalous, they are faced with fierce ridicule… and learn quickly not to ever share again.' Check out his post here: Noted UAP sceptic Mick West challenged the authenticity of the image, pointing out that shadow patterns in the surrounding hills don't align with claims of a large object casting its own shadow. Elizondo has previously faced criticism for promoting UFO evidence that was later debunked, with Pentagon officials disputing many of his claims. The panel, held in Washington, D.C., also featured US Reps. Anna Paulina Luna and Tim Burchett, along with Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb and nuclear physicist Eric Davis. Davis claimed that four alien species—'grays,' 'Nordics,' 'reptilian,' and 'insectoid'—have visited Earth.
New York Post
02-05-2025
- Science
- New York Post
Internet divided over photo of ‘1,000-foot UFO' near Four Corners: ‘Clearly a crop circle'
Is it really out of this world? A new photo claiming to be a 1,000-foot-wide UFO near the Four Corners is sending the internet into a frenzy over whether it's the real deal — or just an optical illusion. Internet sleuths claim the photo posted by controversial former Department of Defense employee Luis 'Lue' Elizondo — claiming to show a '1,000-foot'-wide silver, disc-shaped flying saucer — is really just two crop circles common in desert climates. 3 New photos indicating a 1,000-foot-wide UFO near the Four Corners had led the internet into a frenzy as to whether it is real, or nothing more than an optical illusion. Oversight Committee/UAPDF / SWNS A comparison with Google Maps in the same region shows two irrigation circles, with one darker than the other to make it appear as its shadow, posts showed. 'This is clearly a crop circle, not a UAP [unidentified flying object],' wrote user Dr. Diclosure. 'Mislabeling known terrestrial phenomena erodes public trust and undermines legitimate disclosure efforts. Please correct this mistake — your reputation is on the line,' they said. In several replies, the elusive picture was compared side-by-side to images of crop circles, which appeared nearly identical to the reported UFO. 'Are you guys serious? Have you never flown in a plane before? These agricultural circles are extremely common,' said user Jeff Knox. 3 The photo, which was posted by ex-Department of Defense employee Luis 'Lue' Elizondo — claiming to show a '1,000-foot'-wide silver, disc-shaped flying saucer — is really just two crop circles. Google/Airbus/Maxar / SWNS 'The second one just looks like they did a recent field burn of it. JFC, this is embarrassing, and why there is stigma in this topic,' Knox said. The photo went viral after Elizondo presented it at a UAP Disclosure Fund-organized panel. 'Captured near Four Corners at FL20 — estimated 600 – 1,000 ft in diameter, silver-hued, disc-shaped,' the UAP Disclosure Fund posted on X. 3 The crop circles are common in desert climates, as internet sleuths discovered that Google Maps in the same area shows two irrigation circles with one darker than the other to make it appear as its shadow. / SWNS The grainy photo was allegedly snapped by a commercial airline pilot in 2021 flying at 21,000 feet near the Four Corners landmark joining parts of New Mexico, Arizona, Utah and Colorado, Elizondo claimed. Elizonda had pointed to the apparent shadow cast by the large 'lenticular' object as part of the evidence for the existence of a physical craft in the photo. But noted UAP debunker Mick West pointed out that shadow patterns in the hills are counterfactual to the claim that the object is creating its own shadow, according to a blog post. Elizondo has previously come under fire for presenting evidence of UAPs or UFOs that were later debunked — with the Pentagon pushing back against claims that alien life is present on Earth. The UAP Disclosure Fund panel included US Reps. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) and Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.), and Harvard astrophysicist Professor Avi Loeb for a discussion Thursday in Washington, DC. Astrophysicist and nuclear engineer Eric Davis, another member of the panel, claimed during the event that there are four types of alien species that have visited planet Earth, namely 'grays,' 'Nordics,' 'reptilian' and 'insectoid.'
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Shocking '1000-ft UFO' photo has been shared by a Pilot
A newly released image allegedly showing a massive, 1,000-foot-wide UFO flying over the American Southwest has sent social media into a frenzy — but the internet quickly picked up on one specific detail that's casting serious doubt on the entire thing. The photo, unveiled during a UAP Disclosure Fund panel hosted by former State Department employee Luis 'Lue' Elizondo, claims to show a gigantic, silver disc-shaped craft hovering near the Four Corners region — where Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Colorado meet.✈️ NEW PHOTO (civilian pilot)Captured near Four Corners at FL210—estimated 600-1,000 ft in diameter, silver-hued, moments ago by @LueElizondo during our 'Science, National Security & Innovation' panel. Several speakers confirmed DoD & IC hold hundreds of… — UAP Disclosure Fund (@UAPDF) May 1, 2025 According to a post by the UAP Disclosure Fund on X (formerly Twitter), the object was 'Captured near Four Corners at FL20 — estimated 600 – 1,000 ft in diameter, silver-hued, disc-shaped.' They added: 'Several speakers confirmed [Department of Defense] and [Intelligence Community] hold hundreds of similar UAP images + sensor files still classified. It's time for full declassification and open scientific analysis.' Elizondo claims the photo was snapped by a commercial airline pilot back in 2021 while flying at 21,000 feet, using what he described as an 'average camera.' During the panel, he pointed to what he says is a shadow cast by the enormous 'lenticular' craft — using it as evidence to support the image's authenticity. However, he was quick to add: 'I could not vouch for the veracity of this photograph, because I didn't take it.'⬅️LEFT: a photo of a "UFO" presented by UFO lobbyists to credulous members of Congress today➡️RIGHT: a photo of normal irrigation circlesThe UFO lobby asked @RepLuna, @RepEricBurlison and @RepTimBurchett for $1 billion in taxpayer funds to hunt UFOs. — Steven Greenstreet 🐷 (@MiddleOfMayhem) May 1, 2025 But despite the dramatic reveal, critics aren't buying it — and they've all noticed something suspicious about the supposed UFO. Notably, several debunkers argue the image looks eerily similar to irrigation circles, which are common in arid farming regions like the one surrounding Four Corners. Mick West, a well-known sceptic and UAP debunker, weighed in, pointing out that the shadow patterns in the nearby hills don't match up with Elizondo's claims. He suggested that the object in the photo isn't casting a shadow at all, undermining the argument that it's a solid, physical craft. Elizondo, who's previously drawn criticism for presenting questionable UFO footage, has often been accused of overhyping unverified evidence — with the Pentagon itself pushing back on suggestions that alien life is here on Earth. The panel, held in Washington, D.C., wasn't short on big claims. Alongside Elizondo were US Reps. Anna Paulina Luna and Tim Burchett, and Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb. Also present was astrophysicist and nuclear engineer Eric Davis, who confidently claimed that there are 'four types' of alien species that have visited Earth — 'grays, Nordics, reptilian and insectoid.' Despite the bold declarations, the UAP Disclosure Fund has yet to respond to requests for comment — and with no independent verification of the image, the debate around it is likely to rage on. Whether you believe it's a flying saucer or just a field, everyone seems to be spotting the same thing — and it's not aliens.
Daily Mirror
02-05-2025
- Science
- Daily Mirror
UFO horror as '1,000-foot-long alien spaceship' pictured by aeroplane pilot
Former Pentagon staffer Lue Elizondo shared an image taken by a civilian pilot of what's believed to be a massive UFO, and claimed that the US government is hiding 'hundreds' of similar snaps We're obsessed with the idea of extra-terrestrial life, having been desperate to know what might be out there long before ET hit our screens. For some it's not just a passing thought, with many people dedicating their time and careers to tracking possible UFO sightings - and they claim to have just found one. UFOs have now officially been renamed to UAPs, or Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena. There's one group, the UAP Disclosure Fund, that's committed to tracking possible sightings and encouraging governments to open up about any eerie information they might be keeping in the most secret of files. The group held a panel on May 1, held in collaboration with the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability and included members of Congress and leading UAP experts. There, they released a new photo of a suspected UAP - and it's huge. Captured at the meeting corner of the states of New Mexico, Arizona, Utah and Colorado, the snap shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, shows a white disc that could be seen as floating over a field. Explaining that the photo was taken by a civilian pilot from above, the post shares: 'Captured near Four Corners at FL210—estimated 600-1,000 ft in diameter, silver-hued, disc-shaped. 'Released moments ago by @LueElizondo during our 'Science, National Security & Innovation' panel. Several speakers confirmed DoD & IC hold hundreds of similar UAP images + sensor files still classified. It's time for full declassification and open scientific analysis.' While the photo definitely could be seen as a huge floating disk, while many people were stunned by the huge shape others were quick to try to debunk the image. Alongside several photos that seemed to capture the specific field, one person wrote: 'This is clearly a crop circle, not a UAP. Mislabelling known terrestrial phenomena erodes public trust and undermines legitimate disclosure efforts. Please correct this mistake - your reputation is on the line.' Others complained that all photos of possible UAPs seem to be much blurrier than modern cameras are able to capture, with one mocking: 'WOW is that 14k virtual reality definition? I can make out every detail of it. ....at least have the s****y photo professionally scanned for God sakes. The flash is glaring off it.' The photo was shared on behalf of the civilian by Lue Elizondo, who's made a name for himself in the flying saucer game. He joined the Pentagon UAP programme in 2008 after 20 years of running intelligence operations in Afghanistan and the Middle East, and quickly turned to saying that the Pentagon is hiding the existence of UFOs from civilians. After retiring from the government in 2017, he claimed that he spent his time at the Pentagon handling "alien" technology, and claims that "bodies" have been recovered from several sites. Elizondo released a new book, Imminent: Inside the Pentagon's Hunt for UFOs, in 2017, claiming that the infamous Roswell incident in New Mexico in 1947 involved two flying saucers – and 'four deceased non-human bodies' were recovered from the wreckage and examined. He later added: "I have held in my hand material that scientists for the US government have conducted research on, and they've said: 'This is very special material, it's highly unlikely that it's made by human beings – and it's engineered. "I've also held in my hand biological samples, tissue samples, that have been removed from human beings – that when analysed, do not behave like anything that we are normally used to associating with being a natural part of the human body, and certainly looks to be some sort of technical device." Now, Elizondo is on the war path to pressure the government to open up about the alien conspiracy, but his new photo has turned some fans against him. Elizondo has said: "I wanted to be able to tell the American public my experiences and what the government has been doing for a very long time, not just when I was in the program, but for decades about the government's interest in UFOs.'
