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Era: 1990s Region: south-america Tag: close encounter

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Salta Close Encounter Case

The Salta close encounter case is one of the most controversial UFO crash legends in Argentine ufology, combining an alleged 1995 aerial explosion, witness reports of smoke and impact, pilot Antonio Galvagno’s search flights, burn-mark claims, and a long-running dispute over whether the event involved a meteor, military debris, or something stranger.

Incidents / Close Encounters/close encounter case/2026-03-17

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Varginha Close Encounter

The Varginha close encounter is one of the most famous and controversial UFO cases in Brazilian history, combining multiple witness claims, alleged humanoid sightings, military-cover-up rumors, and a long-running dispute between ufologists and official investigators.

Incidents / Close Encounters/close encounter case/2026-03-16

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