The British Unidentified Flying Object Research Association (BUFORA Limited) Overview

This document provides an overview of the British Unidentified Flying Object Research Association (BUFORA Limited), a non-profit organization dedicated to the scientific investigation of UAP. Founded on September 22, 1962, through the merger of several UK UFO groups, including the British UFO Research Association and the Saucer Bureau of Bristol, BUFORA operates as a national network of investigators. The association is governed by a 12-member council and maintains a library, a lending service, and an international network of investigators. BUFORA's stated aims include the collection and dissemination of evidence regarding UFOs and the coordination of research efforts globally. The document outlines the organization's structure, including its leadership under President Major Sir Patrick Wall and Chairman Stephen Gamble. It also details the association's historical context, noting that while UFO reports have existed for centuries—citing examples from the Mahabharata, Jonathan Swift's 1726 writings, and the 1896-97 airship sightings—the modern era of UFO research began in 1947. The text references various publications produced or distributed by BUFORA, such as the 'UFO Lexicon' and 'The Hynek UFO Report,' and mentions the association's involvement in monitoring government disclosures, including the release of documents by the United Nations and the UK Ministry of Defence. BUFORA emphasizes its commitment to ethical standards and scientific rigor in its investigations.