Decade File · 1990s 166 cases on file
Decade File

The 1990s · paranormal events

The 1990s represent a period of significant activity within the archives, containing 166 documented cases. The vast majority of these recorded incidents occurred between 1990 and 1999. This decade is characterized primarily by unidentified aerial phenomena, which constitute the majority of the files, followed by various other anomalous occurrences and sightings of cryptids.

The era is marked by several notable regional clusters and specific aviation-related events. Notable entries include the Belgian Triangle Wave Continues, the Alitalia MD-80 Kent Encounter, and the Bonnybridge and Falkirk Triangle UFO Wave. Radar-based observations are also prevalent in the records, such as the Michigan UFO Wave, the Lake Michigan UFO Wave, and the West Michigan 1994 Radar Sighting.

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Featured · 1990s

Artistic depiction of Belgian Triangle Wave Continues — metallic flying saucer with illuminated dome
UFO 1990

Belgian Triangle Wave Continues

Wavre, Belgium

The Belgian UFO wave peaked with F-16 intercept attempts on March 30, 1990. Radar tracked objects demonstrating impossible acceleration as thousands continued to report massive triangular craft.
Artistic depiction of Belgian Wave F-16 Intercept — wide hammerhead-style saucer with engine ports
UFO 1990

The Belgian Wave F-16 Intercept

Belgium

Two Belgian Air Force F-16s were scrambled to intercept triangular UFOs tracked on multiple radar systems. During nine interception attempts, the objects demonstrated impossible capabilities - jumping huge distances in seconds, accelerating from 280 to 1,800 km/h instantly, and dropping from 3,000m to 1,000m in seconds. The Belgian Air Force called it 'a real phenomenon.'
Artistic depiction of Calvine UFO Photograph — dark saucer with transparent dome cockpit
UFO 1990

Calvine UFO Photograph

Calvine, Scotland, UK

Two hikers photographed a massive diamond-shaped UFO hovering near a military jet. The image was classified by the UK Ministry of Defence for over 30 years before being released.
Artistic depiction of Montreal Bonaventure Hotel Sighting — classic chrome flying saucer
UFO 1990

Montreal Bonaventure Hotel Sighting

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Hotel guests and staff observed a massive, silent object hovering over downtown Montreal for three hours. The object was seen from the rooftop pool and featured multiple lights in formation.
Artistic depiction of Sasovo Explosions — silver flying saucer with porthole windows
UFO 1990

The Sasovo Explosions

Sasovo, Ryazan Oblast, Russia

Two mysterious explosions rocked the Russian town of Sasovo - each equivalent to approximately 25 tons of TNT - yet no source was ever found. The blasts, occurring in April 1990 and July 1992, remain unexplained and have been linked to UFO activity in the region. Investigators noted unusual aerial phenomena in the area before and after the events.
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UFO 1990

United States, Russia UFO Sighting (1990s) — AARO Records (D213P29)

United States, Russia

A post-cold war case from United States, Russia. An interviewee overheard electronic communication between military bases where scientists claimed "aliens" were present during materials testing.
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Archive · 1990s