| ABOUT?: Comprehensive Timeline
1947: Project SIGN is initiated to systematically study UFOs.
1948: Project SAUCER, often cited as an early name for Project SIGN.
1949: Project GRUDGE begins, focusing on debunking UFO sightings.
1950s: Expanding UFO Investigations
1952-1969: Project BLUE BOOK, the most extensive public investigation into UFOs by the Air Force.
1952: The Robertson Panel, a CIA-sponsored group, reviews UFO evidence.
1953: The Durant Report summarizes the Robertson Panel's findings and recommendations.
1960s-1970s: End of Project BLUE BOOK; Precursors to Psychic Research
1960: Project OZMA, an early SETI effort by Frank Drake.
1969: Project BLUE BOOK is officially terminated.
1970s-1990s: Psychic Espionage Research
1970s: SCANATE (Scanning by Coordinate), early remote viewing experiments at SRI, sponsored by the CIA.
1978-1995: The Stargate Project, overarching initiative for psychic espionage research, with phases:
GONDOLA WISH, initial efforts in psychic research.
GRILL FLAME, consolidated remote viewing research.
CENTER LANE, continuing GRILL FLAME's work.
SUN STREAK, rebranded continuation of CENTER LANE.
STAR GATE, final operational name until declassification and termination.
1980s-1990s: Cold War Era Developments
1983: Project INSCOM CENTER LANE Program (ICLP), a U.S. Army initiative focusing on operational remote viewing, preceding SUN STREAK.
1986: Project CJR (Controlled Remote Viewing), aimed at refining methodologies and operational protocols.
2000s: Advanced Aerospace Threat Analysis
2007-2012: The AAWSAP leads into AATIP, indicating a broadened scope beyond conventional threats to include UAPs.
2010s: Public Disclosure and Increased Interest
2017: Public awareness of AATIP increases, highlighting ongoing UAP interest.
2019: The U.S. Navy formalizes the process for pilots to report UAP sightings, enhancing data collection and transparency.
2020s: Formalized UAP Research and Scientific Study
2020: Establishment of the UAPTF for standardized investigation and reporting of UAP.
2021: The ODNI releases a preliminary assessment on UAP, acknowledging the phenomenon.
2022: Transition to AARO for expanded UAP investigation; NASA establishes UAPIST, applying scientific methods to UAP study.
2023: The Pentagon announces efforts to engage the public and scientists in UAP research, fostering transparency and scientific inquiry.
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