Black Files Declassified (2022): S02E06 – Riddle of the Red Eagles

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 An image of a pilot donning a Red Eagles patch is captured by photographers during a mysterious fighter jet training exercise; now, Mike Baker investigates if the US…

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

An image of a pilot donning a Red Eagles patch is captured by photographers during a mysterious fighter jet training exercise; now, Mike Baker investigates if the US Air Force has revived a black file squadron thought to be decommissioned decades ago.

Black Files Declassified Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 14 April 2022.
Running Time: 42 minutes.
Rating: TV-PG.
Country: US.
Language: English.