UFO

Lakenheath-Bentwaters Radar Case

UFOs tracked on radar at two RAF bases outmaneuvered intercepting fighters, with one object positioning itself behind a pursuing jet. The Condon Committee called it unexplained.

August 13, 1956

Lakenheath, England

20+ witnesses

Radar Chase Over England

On August 13, 1956, UFOs tracked on radar at RAF Bentwaters and Lakenheath demonstrated intelligent evasion when intercepted, including positioning behind a pursuing fighter jet.

The Tracking

Two RAF bases:

Simultaneous tracking
Independent radar
Same objects
Incredible speeds
Stop and hover

The Intercept

Venom fighter:

Achieved radar lock
Object evaded instantly
Positioned behind fighter
Followed for miles
Pilot terrified

Condon Committee

Official review:

Called it “highly unusual”
Could not explain
Credible case
Well-documented

Significance

One of the best radar/visual cases with multiple stations and fighter intercept demonstrating intelligent evasion.

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