All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office

The U.S. government office established in 2022 to coordinate detection, identification, attribution, and mitigation work involving anomalous objects across domains.

Active years2022–present

OwnerU.S. Department of Defense

Official program recordSources linkedv1

Timeline

What each dated step adds to the record.

01
July 15, 2022Documented
Establishment directive signed
The deputy secretary approved the expanded office and mission.
02
July 20, 2022Documented
Department announces AARO
The department publicly announced the office, its placement, and its lines of effort.
03
2026Documented
Office remains active
Current official releases continue to identify AARO as an active participant in UAP analysis and disclosure work.

All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office

What each dated step adds to the record.

Establishment directive signed

Department announces AARO

Office remains active