UFO spotted by US fighter jet pilots, new footage reveals - BBC News

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This video achieved moderate visibility primarily due to strong early engagement signals. Content in the "News & Politics" category typically performs well when it triggers immediate viewer interaction within the first 24–48 hours.

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Based on historical trends, videos like this resonate strongly with viewers interested in news & politics content, particularly audiences who engage through likes and repeat watches rather than comments alone.

With 10.4K likes relative to 892.5K views, this video demonstrates above-average engagement efficiency for its category.

Editorial Analysis

UFO Spotted: The video was filmed in 2004 and investigated as part of the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program. It's not clear if the object was ever identified.\nThe New York Times reports that the US Department of Defense programme was shut down in 2012.\n\nPlease subscribe HERE http://bit.ly/1rbfUog\n\nWorld In Pictures https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLS3XGZxi7cBX37n4R0UGJN-TLiQOm7ZTP\nBig Hitters https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLS3XGZxi7cBUME-LUrFkDwFmiEc3jwMXP\nJust Good News https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLS3XGZxi7cBUsYo_P26cjihXLN-k3w246

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