A short story I feel compelled to share:
As an Uber driver in Orlando, I had an interesting encounter today. I picked up a gentleman from the tourist district heading to the airport. He had a British accent, but I didn’t want to jump to conclusions. Curious about his journey, I asked where he was coming from, and he mentioned North Carolina. After some light conversation, he revealed that he was originally from England and had served in the British Air Force – but now he’s with the U.S. Air Force. What an opportunity! I played it cool, feigning interest, and since I spent a decade in the Army, I was able to hold my own in the conversation.
Eventually, I asked him, “What do you make of all the talk about UAPs lately?” He chuckled, clearly a seasoned veteran. When I pressed on whether he had ever seen anything unusual in the sky, he shared a story from his deployment in Syria. During a routine patrol in an F-18 with another jet, they spotted something approaching them that exhibited maneuvers consistent with reports of physics-defying behavior—no visible propulsion, just incredible speed and agility. He mentioned that no formal report was ever filed, but he emphasized that pilots with combat experience often have similar stories of strange sightings. It’s surprisingly common, though still stigmatized. His theory was that it’s likely “black” technology that hasn’t been revealed to the public yet.
While he wasn’t a big UAP enthusiast, I decided to respect his perspective and shift the conversation elsewhere. It was a rare chance to chat with someone like him, and despite any awkwardness on my part, he was truly a class act. 🍻
What an incredible story! It’s always fascinating to hear firsthand accounts from those who have had unique experiences, especially in the military. The fact that you were able to connect with someone who has flown at such high altitudes and seen things we can only speculate about is amazing. It’s intriguing how often pilots have these stories and yet, it remains a topic shrouded in stigma. His perspective on it being “black” technology opens up so many questions! Thanks for sharing this experience; it really highlights the hidden layers of the lives of those in the military and the mysteries they encounter. Cheers to more interesting rides and conversations! 🍻