WEAPONIZED with Jeremy Corbell & George Knapp The U.S. Air Force Pilot Who Had A Dogfight With A UFO
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Jan 20, 2026 Lt. Colonel Ryan Bodenheimer, a former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot and member of the Thunderbirds, shares his thrilling experiences with UAP encounters. He reveals the stigma that kept pilots silent, discusses four remarkable sightings, including a near-collision with a triangular object, and details a haunting 'implosion' sighting near Area 51. Bodenheimer speculates on the origins of these crafts and how personal curiosity influences UAP encounters, all while promoting his popular YouTube channel, where he dives deeper into aviation mysteries.
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Four Distinct UAP Encounters
- Lt. Colonel Ryan Bodenheimer described four separate UAP encounters spanning his F-15E, Thunderbird, instructor, and commercial flights.
- He recounted a close pass by a triangular, fighter-shaped craft that 'dusted' his jet during a Thunderbird pitch-in.
Service Culture Shapes UAP Disclosure
- Bodenheimer contrasts Air Force cultural caution with the Navy's more flexible approach, linking it to procedural strictness and safety focus.
- He suggests the Air Force's heavy documentation can limit open discussion about anomalies compared with Navy aviator practices.
UAPs As An Innovation Catalyst
- Bodenheimer sees UAP observations as a catalyst driving aerospace innovation and competitive pressure.
- He argues this 'arms race' could push engineers to adopt or replicate advanced capabilities to improve survivability.