Fravor Discusses Missing Radar Recording from 2015 Encounter

In an episode of the Weaponized podcast, Commander David Fravor addresses the existence of radar recordings related to the 2015 USS Nimitz incident—the well-documented UAP encounter off the California coast that gained widespread attention following the public release of the FLIR (Forward Looking Infrared) targeting video in 2015.

Fravor, the former Navy Super Hornet pilot who directly encountered the anomalous object, confirms that radar data was collected during the incident in addition to the visual footage that has been publicly available. However, a significant portion of his discussion centers on the current whereabouts and accessibility of these radar recordings.

The existence of corroborating radar data has long been of interest to UAP researchers and investigators, as such recordings would provide independent confirmation of the visual observations and could offer additional technical details about the object's flight characteristics, speed, and maneuvers. The FLIR video alone, while striking, represents only one data stream from the encounter.

Fravor's comments highlight an ongoing challenge in UAP disclosure and research: the fragmented nature of documentation and data retention across military systems. Questions about where such recordings are stored, who maintains custody of them, and what barriers exist to their public release remain central to broader discussions about government transparency regarding UAP incidents.

This discussion occurs within the context of increased congressional interest in UAP matters, including recent hearings where military officials have been questioned about historical incidents and data management practices. The location and status of radar recordings from significant encounters continues to be a point of focus for those seeking comprehensive documentation of such events.