CIA investigates UFO signals

Summary

In December 1952, the CIA consulted the FCC to investigate whether there were unexplained radio signals possibly linked to UFO sightings. Irving Weston of the FCC responded that no such signals were known. According to the report, FCC monitoring stations were focused on specific assignments and had limited resources for non-conventional frequencies. Although the FCC operated several monitoring stations, most did not use specialized equipment for high frequencies, limiting their ability to detect anomalies. The document also noted that if persistent signals existed, they would likely have drawn attention from the FCC and other agencies.

The FCC maintained a detailed file of all reported intercepts by its non-interference stations, including frequencies, call signs, and services. This file was useful for identifying new signals or patterns. Despite the subject being classified as "Secret," the report found no conclusive evidence of signals related to UFOs. In fact, it emphasized that unless signals caused interference or were persistent, they were unlikely to be noticed. The document reflects the era's concern over unconventional threats but also highlights the limited capacity of agencies to detect them.