Despite widespread claims, the evidence simply doesn’t support the existence of large drones in our night skies.
What we are witnessing instead is a combination of misidentification, media amplification, and a sociological phenomenon.
Eyewitness reports and videos overwhelmingly point to misidentification, and the large drones claimed to be seen have turned out to be airplanes, small drones, or celestial objects.
Federal tracking software also provides data that should dispel the myth of a coordinated fleet of large drones.
The situation can be attributed to a case of “Mass Sociogenic Technophobia”—a modern form of shared panic driven by fear of technology.
False narratives about drone sightings risk stalling industry progress, and overreaction to unfounded claims could result in restrictive regulations that stifle innovation and economic opportunity.
It’s time for leadership from the FAA and federal agencies to communicate clearly and authoritatively that there is no credible evidence of large drones operating over New Jersey.
The answer to the drone sightings in New Jersey appears to be misidentification with airplanes, small drones, or planets appearing unusually bright.
Drone industry has a lot to offer, we need facts not speculation for innovation and progress.
For the sake of safety, progress, and innovation, it’s time to put this story to rest.