Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Flying Saucer Crash Lands in Utah Desert

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 19, 2026 is “Flying Saucer Crash Lands in Utah Desert,” an image. It is credited to Image Credit: USAF 388th Range Sqd., Genesis Mission , NASA. The original explanation runs about 163 words.

The featured image shows the disk from NASA's Genesis Mission embedded in sand with two helicopters visible in the distance. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit: USAF 388th Range Sqd., Genesis Mission , NASA Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“A flying saucer from outer space crash-landed in the Utah desert after being tracked by radar and chased by helicopters. The year was 2004, and no space aliens were involved.”

— APOD editors, July 19, 2026

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
July 19, 2026
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit: USAF 388th Range Sqd., Genesis Mission , NASA
Copyright
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Explanation length
About 163 words

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