Relatório Sobre OANI (Report on UAP) - Incident #99

This document is a formal SIOANI (Sistema de Investigação de Objetos Aéreos Não Identificados) sighting report, numbered 99, filed on February 14, 1971, regarding an event that occurred in July 1969. The witness, Captain Egidio Benício de Abreu Filho of the Minas Gerais Military Police, reported observing a luminous object at 0530 hours near Lagoa do Chicão in Matosinhos, Minas Gerais. The witness described the object as appearing in the east and moving toward the west. It hovered for approximately 15 to 20 minutes, performing circular movements before disappearing toward the horizon. The witness noted that the object had the appearance of a 'mercury light' and was star-like in shape. The observation took place on a clear, cold, and starry night with no moon. The witness reported no sound associated with the object, but noted electromagnetic interference with radio signals. The report includes details about the witness's background, noting his military profession and middle-class status. The document also confirms that photographic and cinematographic evidence was collected, specifically mentioning a camera and a Bolex movie camera. The report concludes with a request for the 4th Air Zone Headquarters to utilize the declaration for study and research purposes.