Le Geipan
Geipan, the French UAP research and information group
Since the dawn of time, people have observed all kinds of phenomena in the skies—often with interest, sometimes with fear. Over the centuries, these phenomena have given rise to varied interpretations, usually based on belief in superior beings or divine powers.
In Greek mythology, for instance, natural phenomena like wind, storms and lightning were sent by the gods to show their approval or anger at the schemes and intrigues of mortals.
More recently, research and discoveries have helped further our understanding of our environment and demystify many of these phenomena. However, the advent of new technologies, exploration systems and spaceflight in the 20th century has led to renewed interest in the “unknown”.
In response, Geipan, the French UAP research and information group, investigates unidentified aerospace phenomena and makes its findings available to the public.
In Greek mythology, for instance, natural phenomena like wind, storms and lightning were sent by the gods to show their approval or anger at the schemes and intrigues of mortals.
More recently, research and discoveries have helped further our understanding of our environment and demystify many of these phenomena. However, the advent of new technologies, exploration systems and spaceflight in the 20th century has led to renewed interest in the “unknown”.
In response, Geipan, the French UAP research and information group, investigates unidentified aerospace phenomena and makes its findings available to the public.
| What's in a word? |
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OVNI, UFO, PAN? UFO stands for unidentified flying object. Analysis of eyewitness accounts and the results of investigations show that this term is usually inappropriate. In most cases, observers describe a known or unknown phenomenon, typically involving lights in the sky, but with no evidence pointing to an actual physical object. The generic term UAP (for unidentified aerospace phenomenon) is therefore more accurate. |
Last updated : June 2009
