Unexplained Season 08 Episode 35: Screwball Scramble
Jul 18, 2025
In 1953, two U.S. Air Force pilots disappeared while chasing an unidentified radar target over Lake Superior, sparking intrigue and conspiracy theories. The mysterious Kinross incident is explored, marked by conflicting testimonies and chilling audio evidence. Delve into the complexities of radar interpretation, and witness the tension at Kinross Air Force Base as air traffic control desperately tries to track the missing flight. The interplay of advancements in DNA technology and the enduring silence surrounding these historic events creates a haunting narrative.
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Mysterious Radar Target Encounter
- On November 23, 1953, two U.S. Air Force personnel intercepted a mysterious radar target over Lake Superior. - The weather was brutal, with snowstorms and poor visibility complicating the mission.
Moncla and Wilson’s Intercept Mission
- First Lieutenant Felix Moncla Jr. flew the F-89C "Scorpion" to intercept the unknown object. - His navigator, Second Lieutenant Robert Wilson, tracked the target via radar amid difficult weather conditions.
Disappearance of Jet on Radar
- Radar tracked the Scorpion jet merging with the unidentified object, then one blip vanished. - Soon after, the jet itself disappeared from radar without explanation, sparking urgent search efforts.