Argentina: Air Force establishes UFO study commission
On May 6, 2011, the Argentine Air Force formed the Commission for the Study of Aerospace Phenomena to investigate sightings. It comprises experts like meteorologists, pilots, and radar specialists, led transparently since 2015 by Commodore Rubén Lianza.
Background
Establishment of the Commission
On May 6, 2011, the Argentine air force established the Comisión de Estudio de Fenómenos Aeroespaciales to analyse reports of unidentified objects in the sky systematically. The group is made up of meteorologists, air traffic control specialists, pilots, and radar specialists, whose task is to investigate sightings scientifically.
People Involved
Capt. Moriano Mohaupt, spokesman for the air force, announced the body publicly and stressed its serious approach. Since 2015 the commission has been led by Commodore Rubén Lianza, whose transparency and rigour have been cited as strengthening its credibility.
Significance
The initiative marks a milestone in Argentina's official engagement with UAP. It promotes a multidisciplinary approach and opens the door to civilian reports, which contributes to aviation safety. Sources single out the rigour of the work since Lianza took office.