Ryan Graves

Date: 2022-10-18 | Duration: 2h 42m

Episode Overview

Ryan Graves, a former U.S. Navy fighter pilot, shares his firsthand experiences encountering unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) during routine training missions off the East Coast. He describes unusual flight patterns and capabilities of these objects—such as hovering in high winds, rapid acceleration, and erratic movements—that defy conventional aerodynamics. Graves provides detailed insights into how these encounters were documented using infrared and radar technology, highlighting the challenges pilots face in identifying and reporting these phenomena within military protocols. He emphasizes the safety risks posed by these encounters, noting that UAPs often operate near naval vessels and aircraft, creating potential hazards for aviators. Graves also discusses the evolving military and governmental response to UAP sightings, including the establishment of the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) and recent congressional hearings. He reflects on the cultural shift from skepticism and ridicule toward a more serious, data-driven investigation of these phenomena. Throughout the conversation, Graves stresses the importance of transparency and scientific inquiry, advocating for open dialogue between pilots, researchers, and policymakers. He also touches on broader philosophical questions about humanity’s place in the universe and the potential implications of advanced technologies—whether terrestrial or otherwise—on society and national security.

About Ryan Graves

Ryan Graves is a former Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy and an accomplished F/A-18F pilot, renowned for being the first active-duty military officer to publicly disclose regular encounters with Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP). His groundbreaking revelations have sparked significant discussions about aerial safety and national security. Currently, Graves serves as the inaugural Chair of the UAP Integration & Outreach Committee at the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, and he is the Executive Director of Americans for Safe Aerospace. Additionally, he is the founder of StarSense Innovations, furthering his commitment to advancing aerospace safety and transparency. With his unique perspective and experience, Graves continues to lead the charge in demystifying UAPs and advocating for responsible aerospace practices.

Key Moments

– Unidentified Aerial Phenomena
– Military Aviation
– Flight Safety
– Radar Technology
– Infrared Imaging
– U.S. Navy Operations
– Aviation Reporting Protocols
– Government UFO Investigations
– Aerospace Engineering
– Pilot Experiences
– Advanced Propulsion Systems
– Element 115 Theory
– Artificial Intelligence
– Space Exploration
– Military Tactics
– Classified Information
– Human Evolution
– Technology and Society
– Interagency Collaboration
– UAP Declassification
0:00:31 – Ryan Graves shares his aviation background
0:01:20 – Typical flying routines and jet upgrades discussed
0:03:41 – Air defense identification and aircraft tracking
0:06:24 – Unexplained stationary objects in high wind conditions
0:08:21 – Use of infrared and regular cameras in UAP detection
0:10:46 – Racetrack flight patterns explained for efficiency
0:13:19 – Description of translucent sphere and cube UAP shape
0:16:10 – Radar jamming and its effects on jets
0:17:14 – Typical UAP size estimates by pilots
0:20:36 – Encounters with unexplained aerial objects during deployment preparation
0:23:17 – Frequency of UAP sightings among military pilots
0:24:34 – Responsibility of aviators to report UAP observations
0:27:52 – Explanation of FLIR footage capturing UAPs
0:31:28 – God's eye view of sensor data integration
0:34:00 – Multiple pilots flying near UAPs
0:36:59 – Reactions to reporting UAP encounters
0:41:44 – Lack of prior knowledge about UAPs before encounters
0:44:19 – Engagement with government and congressional inquiries
0:47:45 – Variety of UAP types encountered
0:50:54 – Taboo and stigma surrounding UAP discussions
0:55:07 – Video evidence of transmedium UAP devices
0:57:59 – UAPs as safety hazards for aviators
1:03:00 – Bob Lazar's claims about element 115 and flight technology
1:07:23 – Advancing UAP conversation with data and science
1:08:11 – Military hearings and classified information challenges
1:19:08 – Visor technology displaying UAP targeting information
1:20:54 – Possibility of UAP cloaking mechanisms
1:22:29 – Reflection on humanity's place in the universe
1:26:39 – Cultural and political polarization impact on UAP discourse
1:30:48 – Human evolution and tool development discussed
1:35:26 – Artificial intelligence as a new form of life
1:38:32 – UAP behavior and intentions speculated
1:41:34 – Wildlife anecdotes illustrating natural instincts
1:44:15 – Potential for intelligent species cooperation
1:49:19 – Symbiotic future of technology and humanity
1:59:00 – Speculation on UAP technology origins and global actors
2:08:34 – Establishment of All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office
2:16:25 – Congressional hearings showcasing UAP evidence
2:23:07 – Concerns over UAPs flying near U.S. naval destroyers
2:32:57 – Emotional impact of witnessing UAPs firsthand
2:37:04 – Call for open data sharing to advance understanding

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 Joe Rogan Podcast, check it out! Starting point is 00:00:31 please tell people your credentials, what your background is. Starting point is 00:01:20 for me personally the experience was simply just flying out to the area like I would any other day. Starting point is 00:01:55 We kind of do a little bit less flying, upgrade the jets if we need to, Starting point is 00:02:24 that has more limited range Starting point is 00:03:02 of the land, but never over the land, sometimes over the bays that are in the area that are quite large, Starting point is 00:03:41 But in a broader sense, when we look at it in relation to our air defense identification Starting point is 00:04:25 direction is it going? How fast is it going? Things of that nature. We can't necessarily make up the Starting point is 00:05:08 And so with that, you know, we would typically see an aircraft just kind of trudgling along with a straight line, Starting point is 00:05:49 going down. So they're not on a flat plane and they're not going in a straight line. Starting point is 00:06:24 stationary with 140 mile an hour wind. Correct. How would something do that? Starting point is 00:07:00 wind, it seems. It just seems like it's just there in a way. Starting point is 00:07:39 right? It's just kind of like, all right, there's stuff out there, but maybe next time we'll take Starting point is 00:08:21 And so that's a, it's a regular camera and also an infrared camera. Starting point is 00:09:01 Like that sucked down the engine can still take out an aircraft, right? Starting point is 00:09:35 Right. Starting point is 00:10:12 In fact, I think there's been some cases off the West Coast just the past couple weeks Starting point is 00:10:46 And so by having that racetrack pattern, it's an efficient way of holding in a position by maximizing straight and level time and minimizing your turn time. Starting point is 00:11:50 So, you know, that box that I told you about in the sky that starts 10 ...

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