Black Files Declassified (2022): S02E04 – The Black Manta

Introduction Every year, the US government funds clandestine programmes collectively called the black budget. But what is exactly behind these secretive missions operating around the globe? Outline Unidentified black triangles have been reported in flight over top-secret military bases for decades, and now, Mike Baker investigates if the US government is involved in developing experimental…

Andrew Marshall

10/03/2025

1–2 minutes

History, Military Documentary, Military Technology

Introduction

Every year, the US government funds clandestine programmes collectively called the black budget. But what is exactly behind these secretive missions operating around the globe?

Outline

Unidentified black triangles have been reported in flight over top-secret military bases for decades, and now, Mike Baker investigates if the US government is involved in developing experimental aircraft, or if this could be something otherworldly.

Black Files Declassified Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 31 March 2022.
Running Time: 42 minutes.
Rating: TV-PG.
Country: US.
Language: English.