UK National Archives: Final MOD UFO files released (4,465 pages)
The British National Archives published the final series of Ministry of Defence UFO documents in June 2013. These 4,465 pages cover the last operational years of the UFO Desk until its November 2009 closure. The files contain drawings, letters, photographs and parliamentary questions regarding aerial phenomena.
Background
The National Archives completed their release of Ministry of Defence UFO files in June 2013. This final batch comprised 4,465 pages covering the last operational period of the UFO Desk from late 2007 through November 2009. Documents included eyewitness drawings, correspondence between officials, photographic evidence, and parliamentary questions regarding aerial phenomena. The release detailed reasons for terminating the program after five decades of operation. Files revealed how officials handled a significant surge in public sighting reports during the final years.