May 21, 1953πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈCrash
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Kingman UFO Crash: Alleged Retrieval in Arizona Desert

An alleged UFO crash and retrieval near Kingman, Arizona. An engineer using the pseudonym Fritz Werner (later identified as Arthur Stansel) reported a disc-shaped craft approximately 9 meters in diameter recovered from the desert.

Date
May 21, 1953
Location
Kingman, ArizonaπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ
Type
Crash
Country
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
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Background

An alleged UFO crash and retrieval occurred near Kingman, Arizona, with a disc-shaped craft approximately 30 feet in diameter reportedly recovered from the desert. The case remains one of the most frequently cited alleged retrieval incidents in UFO research.

The Incident

According to accounts from engineers reportedly involved in the operation, a disc-shaped craft was recovered from the Arizona desert. Key details of the alleged retrieval include:

  • Craft description: disc-shaped
  • Estimated diameter: approximately 30 feet
  • Location: near Kingman, Arizona
  • Recovery method: retrieval operation by engineers

Investigation and Documentation

The case was first publicly reported by researcher Raymond Fowler based on testimony from an engineer using the pseudonym "Fritz Werner." The witness was later identified as Arthur Stansel.

Significance

The Kingman crash is one of the most frequently cited alleged retrieval cases alongside Roswell and Aztec, establishing it as a notable incident in UFO retrieval lore.

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