Overview
The Black Helicopters theory gained significant traction in the 1990s within the American militia movement. Proponents claimed that sightings of unmarked, matte-black military helicopters were evidence of a secret coordination between the U.S. government and the United Nations to implement martial law and a "New World Order."
Common Claims
- Silent Operation: Many witnesses claimed the helicopters operated with unusual silence, suggesting advanced, non-public technology.
- UN Affiliation: It was widely rumored that the helicopters were used to transport UN troops to secret bases on American soil.
Military Explanation
The U.S. Army explained the sightings as standard training missions, noting that many special operations helicopters, such as the MH-6 Little Bird and the MH-60 Black Hawk used by the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, are indeed painted black for night operations.