AARO: A DoD Data-Driven, Cross-Domain Framework for Detecting, Identifying, and Attributing Anomalies Across Air, Space, and Maritime Environments

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AARO is a Department of Defense program that uses a centralized, data-driven approach to collect and analyze sensor data from air, space, and sea to detect, identify, and classify unusual objects and share findings openly, aiming to move discussions from guesswork to evidence while acknowledging many cases remain unsolved.

All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office Organization and Operations - New Space Economy
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All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office Organization and Operations - New Space Economy

The establishment of the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) marks a significant shift in how the United States government approaches the subject of unidentified objects and phenomena. Historically, reports of strange aerial occurrences were often dismissed, stigmatized, or relegated to the fringes of serious inquiry. However, the modern security landscape requires a rigorous, data-driven approach to identifying everything that operates within sensitive airspace, orbital paths, and maritime environments. AARO functions as the focal point for these efforts within the Department of Defense (DoD), working to synchronize reporting and analysis across the federal government.