Former astronaut Leroy Chiao spotted two metallic spheres in the sky, fueling drone speculation and new flight restrictions.

Former NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao reported seeing two metallic spherical objects, each about three feet in diameter, during a flight at 9,000 feet. The objects, which were not detected by radar or air traffic control, have sparked speculation that they might be military drones. Chiao's sighting comes amid increased reports of mysterious drones over the US, leading to investigations by federal agencies and temporary drone flight restrictions in 22 areas of New Jersey. Officials assure there is no evidence of a security threat, yet some lawmakers call for stricter regulations.

December 21, 2024
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