Iranian Air Force interceptor aircraft were dispatched after numerous reports of an unidentified object over Tehran. Pilots later reported unusual flight characteristics and temporary instrument malfunctions during the encounter.
During the early morning hours of September 19, 1976, residents of Tehran reported observing a bright unidentified object maneuvering over the city. The Iranian Air Force dispatched interceptor aircraft to investigate. According to pilot reports, the object displayed rapid maneuverability and was observed visually and on airborne radar by at least one crew. One pilot also reported temporary failures of onboard instruments while approaching the object. Military reports documenting the incident were later circulated internationally, making the Tehran Incident one of the most frequently cited military UFO encounters.
| Date: | 1976-09-19 |
| Location: | Tehran |
| Country: | Iran |
| Category: | Military |
| Credibility: | High / Well Documented |