DCD Case — UFO Research

This memorandum, dated April 26, 1976, originates from the DCD and concerns a case regarding UFO research. The document details an inquiry made by the DCD to the A/DDS&T (Dr. [illegible]) to determine if there was any official government program dedicated to the study of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena. Following a teleconference on April 22, 1976, and the review of materials hand-carried to his office, the A/DDS&T provided feedback to the DCD. The primary conclusion reached is that the United States government does not maintain an official program for the identification or solution of UFO phenomena. The document notes that while certain personnel within the agency monitor the subject, these efforts are not conducted on an official basis. The A/DDS&T expressed the view that the work of independent researchers is vital to progress in this area. Consequently, the document suggests that the best approach is to maintain reporting channels to keep the agency and the intelligence community informed of any new developments, particularly those that might indicate a potential threat or evidence of foreign research into UFO-related technologies. The DCD was advised to keep the case open for the present to evaluate any additional information that might be received, and to disseminate significant findings through appropriate channels if warranted.