With the widespread use of mobile phones, UFO sightings have increased globally — yet few of these are truly Unidentified Flying Objects. Meteorological and astronomical phenomena, as well as balloons and satellites, are often mistaken for UFOs, sparking public fascination.
Brazil is no exception: in recent years, numerous alleged sightings have come to light—many of which were later revealed to be cases of mistaken identity.
This is where the Esquadrão UFO steps in, a team of experts led by ufologist Rafael Amorim (also known as “Chefe Bala”), dedicated to distinguishing fact from speculation. Joining Rafael on the squad are: Marco Petit (ufologist, author, and President of the Brazilian Commission of Ufologists/CBU), Thiago Ticchetti (ufologist and National Director of MUFON Brazil), Fernanda Pires (International Director of MUFON South and Central America), Toni Kurowski (ufologist and forensic expert), Aleksander Lima (photo and video analyst), and Prof. Dr. Carlos Jung (science and technology analyst).
In each episode, the team takes on the challenge of investigating intriguing reports from various regions of Brazil. Combining fieldwork, technical analysis, and scientific knowledge, the Esquadrão UFO gathers evidence, interviews witnesses, conducts tests, and examines records to determine the origin of each case.
Back in the lab, the team deepens its investigation with the help of specialists in ufology, science, forensics, and image analysis, cross-referencing data and hypotheses to get as close as possible to the truth. What appears extraordinary may have surprising explanations — or remain an enigma. In the first season, *Esquadrão UFO* travels to cities of Brazil such as Porto Alegre (RS), Iporanga (SP), Caxias do Sul (RS), Lajeado (RS), São Paulo (SP), Santa Cruz do Sul (RS), Avaré (SP), General Câmara (RS), Ipuaçu (SC), and Campos Novos (SC), investigating everything from previously unreported cases to landmark events in Brazilian ufology.
Featuring stunning footage, compelling accounts, and detailed analysis, the series invites viewers to follow every step of these investigations. After all, when faced with the unknown, there is only one certainty: the truth is out there—and *Esquadrão UFO* is ready to find it.
The series *Esquadrão UFO* is a co-production between HISTORY CHANNEL and CLIP PRODUTORA, created, directed, and produced by Leo Sassen.
Technical Sheet
Cast
Rafael Amorim – Ufologist and Researcher
Marco Petit – Writer and President of the Brazilian Commission of Ufologists (CBU)
Thiago Ticchetti – Ufologist and National Director of Mufon in Brazil
Fernanda Pires – International Director of Mufon South America and Central America
Toni Inajar Kurowski – Ufologist and Criminal Expert
Prof. Dr. Carlos Jung – Science and Technology Specialist
Aleksander Lima – Photo and Video Specialist
Creation, Direction and Production
Leo Sassen
Executive Production
Juli Fossatti
Itinerary
Adriana Oliveira
Leo Sassen
Photography Direction
Christian Seifert
Leo Sassen, ABC
Search
Rafael Amorim
Assembly
Robert Nickhorn
Production Director
André Fialho
Juli Fossatti
Camera Operation
Luca Silveira
Direct Sound Technician
Marcos Neuberger
Lighting and Electrical
Adriano Fontoura
Ricardo Silveira
José Carlos Soares
Aerial Images
Leo Sassen, ABC
Christian Seifert
Executive Production Consulting
Anne Siderman
Executive Production Assistance
Patricia Sandow
Production Assistance
Victor Curi
Fefa Severo
Additional Cameras
José Carlos Soares
Adriano Fontoura
Marcos Neuberger
Ricardo Silveira
Post-production and Finalization Coordination
Christian Seifert
Finishing
Jonas Cacequi
Illustrations
Rafael Amorim
Post-production Assistance
Victor Curi
Post-production Assistance and Clearance
Laura Lautert
Assembly Assistance
José Carlos Soares
Eduardo Scharlau
Sound Editing and Mixing
Bossa
Opening Track
Felipe Vieira
Sound Editing Assistance
Marcos Neuberger
Colorist
John Eltz
Controller
Maristela Ribeiro
Accountability Advisory
Mauricio Bortoloti
Accounting
JHC Consulting
Legal Advice
Patrícia Goulart
Studio Team
Art Direction
Tiago Retamal
Scenography
Anderson Gordo
Object Production
Paulo Araújo
Driving Assistance
Gabriela Dullius
Makeup and Costume
Gabriela Stockler
Camera Operation
Mario Lund
Ricardo Silveira
Lighting and Electrical
Anderson Oliveira
Transport
Adriano Petucco Da Costa
Still Photography
Germano Preichardt
The History Channel Latin America LCC
President and General Manager
Eduardo Ruiz
VP of Content
Karen Santiago
Original Production Manager
Ricardo De Caroli
Business Affairs and Legal Affairs
Teresa Zerpa