Immaculate Constellation

Program insiders are suspected of researching IMMACULATE CONSTELLATION prior to the 2017 AATIP/AAWSAP revelations.

Immaculate Constellation (also written as IMMACULATE CONSTELLATION) is a reported unacknowledged Special Access Program (USAP) within the United States government, allegedly focused on collecting high-quality data on unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP). Investigative journalist Michael Shellenberger has described the program as putting together and analysing visual, electromagnetic, thermal, and other observational data collected by the US military's advanced sensor platforms, ensuring a secure chain of custody through government equities.

The DoD has denied the existence of the program.

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Disclosure

The existence of Immaculate Constellation came to public attention in 2024 following revelations about the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP) and the Advanced Aerospace Weapon System Applications Program (AAWSAP). Investigative journalist Michael Shellenberger reported that a whistleblower within the US government had come across information about Immaculate Constellation by accident, and had compiled a 12-page report on their discoveries. He did not reveal his source's name or job title, saying that they wanted to remain anonymous because they were afraid of what could happen if they were publicly known.

The full anonymous report was released by U.S. Representative Nancy Mace in November 2024.

Separately, a second source referred to in a U.K. publication confirmed to the U.K. publication that the uSAP exists and is authentic.

Department of Defense spokesperson Sue Gough denied records of the alleged program in a statement to NewsNation, writing, “The Department of Defense has no record, present or historical, of any type of SAP called ‘IMMACULATE CONSTELLATION'”.

Speculation about the origins of "Immaculate Constellation" predates its public revelation, with reports suggesting that the term was used in classified contexts as early as 2004. Analysis of Google Trends data revealed that searches for the term in all capital letters often originated near military installations and intelligence agency facilities.

The secrecy surrounding Immaculate Constellation reflects broader debates about government secrecy in UAP research and the challenges of balancing national security with public interest in unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) and potential contact with non-human intelligence (NHI). Critics argue that such programs may hinder transparency, while supporters emphasize the need for confidentiality to safeguard sensitive data.

Structure and purpose

Immaculate Constellation is said to function by integrating highly sensitive data from a variety of collection systems, including satellite imagery, signals intelligence (SIGINT), and other classified sources. By utilizing advanced sensor platforms, the program purportedly ensures the highest possible quality of UAP-related data, including video, radar, and thermal imaging.

The program reportedly emphasizes strict chain of custody protocols, ensuring the authenticity and security of collected data. This approach is intended to address long-standing challenges in UAP research, such as maintaining the integrity of sensor data and minimizing potential leaks.

The report accuses AARO and DoD staff of systematically concealing UFO information from members of Congress who should have been informed, describing "trivialization, obfuscation, and outright denial" of the existence of various pieces of UFO data and of classified projects researching them, and suggesting that this prevents "critical members of Congress" from receiving accurate information about "national security risks". It speaks highly of Luis Elizondo, stating that internal documents confirm the accuracy of his statements about AATIP and AAWSAP and support his "exceptional character and credibility".

The report describes a number of UFO sightings, and lists multiple types of UFO, classified by general appearance and observed characteristics, such as speed and agility of movement. Oddly, there is then a section headed "Sensitive Sources" that contains only the words "From mouth to ear". After a brief conclusion calling for full public disclosure of the UFO information held by the US military, the report concludes with the words "Be not afraid" (a Biblical reference), followed by "Scientia Igne Probata, Veritas Per Fidem" ("Knowledge proved by fire, truth through faith").

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Man-in-the-middle

Immaculate Constellation has been compared to a man-in-the-middle attack in cybersecurity. By positioning itself within classified communication pathways, the program reportedly intercepts intelligence data before it can reach the broader United States intelligence community. This position enables the program to collect, analyze, and potentially suppress sensitive information, ensuring that only selected data is shared beyond its confines.

Security and secrecy

Immaculate Constellation operates under the highest levels of classification, with collected materials designated as TOP SECRET SCI-SAP. Personnel with access to the program must meet rigorous clearance requirements, including security vetting, a demonstrated need-to-know, and compliance with additional measures specified by the program’s security manager.

The extreme secrecy surrounding the program is evident in reports that even mentioning its name outside a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) could result in significant repercussions, such as FISA Section 702 surveillance warrants. These measures contribute to speculation that the program may serve as a mechanism for suppressing information related to non-human intelligent beings and to fear that inadvertent and deliberate interloper will become subject to intimidation and harassment by agents or even Men in Black.

The program’s secrecy also extends to its position within classified communication pathways. By intercepting intelligence data before it reaches the broader United States intelligence community, Immaculate Constellation ensures its operations remain insulated from external scrutiny, even within the military and intelligence apparatus.

Claims of suppression and censorship related to "Immaculate Constellation" have been raised, particularly concerning alterations to publicly available search data. Observations from Google Trends reportedly showed historical search spikes for the term, dating as far back as February 2004, that later disappeared or became inaccessible. Screenshots shared online indicated changes in spike sizes and missing location data, fueling speculation of deliberate removal or manipulation of records. These alleged efforts at data suppression further reinforce concerns about the program’s role in controlling access to sensitive information.

See also

• Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program

• Advanced Aerospace Weapon System Applications Program

• Unidentified aerial phenomena

• Special Access Program

• Men in black