Focused on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) research, future tech insights, and sharing knowledge as an ex-F-16 pilot, this is where we delve into the unexplored.

After spending 18 years as an F-16 pilot, I retired in 2020 and decided to channel my expertise into studying the nature of the UAP and the complexities of life. My scientific approach aims to illuminate these phenomena and provide informative content.

I believe in the power of open dialogue, the importance of a censor-free internet, and the value of inclusive platforms like X for sharing knowledge.

I actively engage with the community on Patreon.com/chrislehto, YouTube, X, and the UAP Society Discord Server.

Those interested in supporting my work and getting a behind-the-scenes view of my research should consider becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/chrislehto. Patreon supporters also gain access to unique merchandise and exclusive video content.

Here's to clear skies and more precise understanding.


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Happy Holidays! No LehtoFiles videos this week. We are on family vacation and having a great time. All the best to you and your family this holiday season and in 2026. It will definitely be another exciting year.
Thank you for your interest in this important topic and for all your support to the channel.

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YouTube's new algorithm is burying channels like mine. If you're a subscriber chances are you haven't gotten a notification that I've published a video in a long time. I missed one week in the past quarter, but otherwise I've published two videos a week that whole time! And I've had some banger interviews with Dr. Szydagis on a fully funded UAlbany UAP program with Eric Davis as an advisor. Did you hear about that?! If not, it's because my channel, along with other similar creators, is being buried in the algorithm. I also interviewed Caison Best, a previous Army intel who had an amazing sighting over Cheyenne Mountain. He said in our interview that he saw "many, many UAP videos on the High Side" that were immediately removed after David Grusch went public. Did you hear about that interview? Chances are, you didn't.
Word on the street is that YouTube is trying to become like a large media company and is only pushing large, high-production channels. I'm not sure what it is but I will continue to make 2 videos a week (minus a Christmas break) and release them on Tuesdays and Fridays. I'll do my best to publish them at 6pm ET.
Apparently, you have to make an effort as a viewer to see my content. Thank you for watching and writing!
Views also equal revenue on YouTube, which is based solely on ad revenue. This is why so many channels do clickbait UAP videos. Here's a tip folks: 3I Atlas is not an alien ship! Surprise! How many UAP encounters started with "First there was a comet in deep space...." uh, zero!
I'm definitely not doing this for the money; if you didn't know, I published the book "Military Millionaire" in 2016. The point of that book is to teach and encourage military members to start early and invest smartly and with discipline, so that by the time they retire, they will have over a million dollars in net worth. Along with a pension, they are effectively financially independent. I executed the plan in that book and met the milestones to be financially independent. As a family, we also made the decision to move overseas and live as expats. The cost of living is much lower where I live in Portugal, and the quality of life is actually higher. To anyone thinking of moving overseas, I say go for it! The "world" is not actually falling apart. Many parts of the world are doing fine. The world is a very large place. Chances are, it's just the small part of the world you live in that is falling apart. Guess what? You can move! Of course, it's difficult, but I'm blown away by how Americans, of all people, are so surprised by this concept. Unless you are American Indian or of African descent, every one of your American ancestors moved! hah. The irony.
So long story short, I do not do this for the money, but I do expect not to have to pay for the honor to work! The last two months, more money came out of my bank account to run this youtube channel than went in. And I do realize many YouTubers do not make any money and end up paying to make videos. That was my first year. But with 118k subscribers, you would think YouTube would reward us long term creators. That is not the case, though. The algorithm works both ways. It manipulates both the viewers and the creators. So, thank you to the few long term supporters who do still support me on Patreon; it definitely helps. I'll have to cut back on expenses unless something changes.
I may also start a different channel on the Fractal Universe. YouTube seems to be encouraging new channels over older ones. I do enjoy making content, and I hope to make a positive difference in the world. Have a great rest of your day, don't forget, they are numbered. Don't squander it:)

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I interviewed Dr. Szydagis about his new UAlbany Project X. He also had a hot take on Age of Disclosure.

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University of Albany gets major UAP Study Endowment!
-Knuth, Syzdagis, and Eric Davis on the Program
My most-liked video of 2025

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Check out the LehtoFiles merch store- the hoodies are super nice: soft, warm, and a great material. I wear them almost every day:)

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One of the best pilot sightings on my channel- I met Christian at SOL 2025!

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Jeff Nuccitelli was the surprise at Sol- only standing ovation at the symposium
https://youtu.be/n5N99cbmoA8

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Spots are filling up for our Oct 2026 Turkey adventure. Secure your spot now to travel ancient Mesopotamia with me, Ross Coulthart, JP Hague and ‪@carlcrusher‬!

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SOL Conference reaction video coming Tuesday with Andy from That UFO Podcast.
It was great meeting so many amazing people in person.

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