American Airlines Flight 2292: Pilot Reports Cylindrical UFO Over New Mexico
The pilot of American Airlines Flight 2292 reported to air traffic control a fast-moving, long cylindrical object resembling a cruise missile passing overhead at high altitude over New Mexico. Journalist Steve Douglass intercepted the radio communication; American Airlines confirmed its authenticity.
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Background
The pilot of American Airlines Flight 2292 from Cincinnati to Phoenix on an A320 reported a fast-moving, long cylindrical object resembling a cruise missile passing directly overhead at high altitude over New Mexico. The radio communication was intercepted by journalist Steve Douglass and published, with American Airlines confirming its authenticity and referring inquiries to the FBI.
The Incident
The pilot contacted air traffic control during the flight over New Mexico.
He described seeing a long cylindrical object that looked like a cruise missile type of thing moving really fast right over the top of them at high altitude.
This occurred while flying from Cincinnati to Phoenix on an A320.
Witness Report
- Pilot of American Airlines Flight 2292 reported the sighting to air traffic control.
- Object described as fast-moving and long cylindrical, resembling a cruise missile.
- Passed directly overhead at high altitude over New Mexico.
Media and Confirmation
Journalist Steve Douglass intercepted and published the radio communication.
American Airlines confirmed the recording as authentic after debriefing the flight crew.
The airline referred all further inquiries to the FBI.
Investigation
American Airlines directed questions to the FBI.
No additional details on the investigation were provided.
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