Since late 2023, reports of large drone-like objects operating primarily at night have surged across multiple countries, including the US, Canada, and several European nations. These craft are typically described as the size of cars or larger, flying at low altitudes with bright, flashing, multicolored lights. Despite the high volume of sightings — thousands reported to the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) alone — no verified identification has been made, and observers have never witnessed a takeoff or landing. Notably, these objects often turn off their lights and perform evasive maneuvers when approached, and they appear to operate silently, which contrasts with typical drone noise.
Authorities have stated that these craft do not belong to military or foreign entities and have no evidence of lawbreaking, though their failure to transmit the legally required Remote ID signals and repeated incursions into restricted airspace challenge these assertions. The coordination of large groups, the extended flight durations, and technical capabilities beyond commercial drones have raised questions about their origin. Some sightings include unusual phenomena such as associated glowing orbs and reports of interference with electronic devices. The ongoing mystery continues to prompt debate among experts, with some considering non-human intelligence as a possibility, while governments and law enforcement agencies seek more concrete answers.
Source: NUFORC
