Hawaii Coast: Police report unknown aircraft offshore
On December 29, 2020, Honolulu Police contacted the FAA regarding an unknown aircraft possibly downed 300 yards offshore. Authorities suspected an object had crashed into the ocean based on witness reports. The incident attracted media attention when a photo circulated, though experts suggest explanations like LED skydivers.
Background
The Honolulu Police Department notified the Federal Aviation Administration about a potential aircraft incident approximately 300 yards off the Hawaiian coast. Officers acted on reports suggesting an unknown craft may have crashed into the ocean. The case gained public interest after photographic evidence appeared in news coverage. However, investigators did not classify this as anomalous activity, and the FAA subsequently closed the matter without further inquiry. Alternative explanations include aerial activities involving illuminated equipment or recreational devices.