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In 1975, two colleagues, Jerry Alaric and the narrator, ventured atop the Fairchild hangar at Edwards Air Force Base. Under the clear, starry sky, they shared moments of camaraderie, taking advantage of the lack of surveillance in a place accustomed to secrecy. During this excursion, Jerry pointed out three peculiar lights in the sky, which at first appeared like mere stars.