Aviation & Safety

News related to aviation safety, pilot reporting, airspace security, and protocols for civil and military aviation.

EuroNews highlights blind spot in European aviation safety: UAPCNL calls on EU to take action

In an in-depth publication, the international news platform EuroNews today draws attention to a critical blind spot in European aviation safety: the lack of a standardized reporting system for Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) and the persistent occupational stigma among flight crews. The article by EuroNews journalist Marta Pacheco reveals, among other things, that the European Commission has long been working behind the scenes

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Consultation between the UAP Coalition Netherlands and the Royal Netherlands Air Force on flight safety.

Constructive conversation with the Royal Netherlands Air Force regarding UAP

This week, UAP Coalition Netherlands gave a presentation and held a constructive discussion with spokespersons for the Royal Netherlands Air Force regarding current developments surrounding Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). During the discussion, UAP Coalition Netherlands shared its vision on the importance of a structured and future-proof approach to UAP within the Armed Forces. The presentation

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FAA Guidelines for UAP Notifications in Aviation

FAA Issues UAP Guidance for Pilots: Why Europe Can't Stay Behind

The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has published new guidelines for reporting Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) by pilots and air traffic control. Under Notice N7110.800, observations are now routinely reported through official safety channels for analysis and policy improvement. A signal for European aviation: The UAP Coalition Netherlands argues that a similar approach in Europe is essential.

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UAP Coalition Netherlands advocates for inclusion of UAP in new EU space law

The European Union is currently laying the groundwork for a new space law to regulate satellites and space traffic. The UAP Coalition Netherlands warns that ignoring Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) is a missed opportunity for both security and science in Europe. While major powers like the US, China, and France have already integrated UAP into

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Article about UAP in the Police Magazine

UAP in police practice: Article in the Journal for the Police

UAP Coalition Netherlands has written an article for the Tijdschrift voor de Politie, the leading professional journal for reflection and knowledge sharing within the Dutch police force. In the article, titled "Unexplained Phenomena in Police Practice," we advocate for greater awareness and openness regarding UAP in police work. Police officers sometimes encounter unexplained phenomena in practice.

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UAP as a strategic uncertainty: UAPCNL advises the European Commission

The UAP Coalition Netherlands has submitted its official feedback to the Call for Evidence for the European Commission's Strategic Outlook Report 2025. In this contribution, the coalition advocates for the structural integration of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) into the EU policy process. UAP are increasingly recognized internationally as a strategic uncertainty with implications for: While countries

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Joint appeal by European UAP organisations to the EU

European Coalition: 15 organisations call on EU to take action on UAP

Fifteen civil society organizations from ten EU countries, Norway, and the United Kingdom have issued a joint appeal to the European Union. The message is clear: urgent action is needed regarding Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). The organizations highlight the potential risks to public and national security and advocate for an official EU process.

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Official announcement by the Dutch Safety Board regarding UAP reports

Dutch Safety Board accepts reports of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena

The Dutch Safety Board (OVV) in The Hague has indicated that it will accept reports from Dutch aviation professionals with experience with UAP. In the aviation domain, the Dutch Safety Board investigates serious incidents and accidents that have occurred on Dutch territory or in Dutch airspace. In the case of reports that occur outside Dutch territory or airspace,

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Aviation safety and reporting of unknown objects in EU airspace

UAPCNL consultation with EASA and DG MOVE: Reporting gap in EU airspace

On Tuesday, July 9, 2024, an important meeting took place between UAPCNL, the EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency), and the European Commission's Directorate-General responsible for aviation safety (DG MOVE). Following critical questions from Member of the European Parliament Francisco Guerreiro, UAPCNL submitted a formal request to establish UAP as a separate category.

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