Nightcrawler: Eye on the Sky UAP Research Team
Written by UAP Files - Jimmy
In the often misunderstood world of UFOlogy, the credibility of those conducting investigations is frequently called into question. However, the Eye on the Sky team (John and Gerald Tedesco & Donna Lee Nardo), challenges the perception that the field lacks scientific rigour. Known for their project Nightcrawler: Eye on the Sky, brothers John and Gerald (aka Gerry) have brought a blend of engineering expertise and sophisticated technology to the study of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) off the coast of Long Island, New York.
John and Gerald Tedesco bring a wealth of experience to the project. John Tedesco is a laboratory engineer specialising in instrumentation, safety testing, and electrical and electronics engineering. He holds multiple master’s degrees, lending significant credibility to the data-driven approach the team employs. His brother, Gerald—often referred to as Gerry—is equally impressive. With a background in forensic science and a bachelor's degree in public health, Gerry shifted to electrical and mechanical engineering and has extensive experience in aerospace and aviation surveillance. This unique combination of skills allows them to apply stringent scientific methods to their work.
The Tedesco brothers are not lone wolves in their endeavour. They work alongside Donna Lee Nardo who is a journalist, investigator and researcher. They have also collaborated with Harvard's prestigious Galileo Project and have published peer-reviewed reports in Scientific Research, bringing mainstream scientific attention to the UAP field.
What They Do and How They Do It
The Nightcrawler project began with a simple but compelling goal: to capture and analyse anomalous light phenomena over the Atlantic Ocean. Initially, observations were conducted from Fire Island’s Robert Moses State Park. Over time, the scope and ambition of the project expanded significantly, especially in 2022 when the team integrated advanced technology into their research methods.
Their toolkit includes a wide range of high-tech instruments such as radar systems, high-zoom optics, hyperspectral imaging, FLIR (forward-looking infrared) cameras, thermal sensors, acoustic detectors, and infrasound equipment. Each piece of technology is carefully chosen to ensure comprehensive data collection and analysis, allowing the team to cross-check findings and rule out conventional explanations.
The methodology employed by the Eye on the Sky team is both systematic and exhaustive. Night-long observation shifts are common, often conducted under stringent environmental controls to reduce noise and increase accuracy.
Compelling Findings and Correlations
One of the most intriguing aspects of their research is the nature of the objects they have documented. Many sightings have involved spheroidal or polyhedral light objects displaying extraordinary behaviour. These UAPs often exhibit rapid, unexplained movement, periods of hovering, and spectral properties beyond the range of normal human vision. What makes their findings even more compelling is the high degree of consistency observed over numerous nights and across different equipment types.
The team has also noted a correlation between UAP sightings and bodies of water. Specifically, many of their observations have occurred near the coastline and deep-water sites such as the Hudson Canyon. This finding aligns with similar research that suggests UAPs may have an affinity for water, raising questions about their origins and potential interactions with natural elements.
The work of the Eye on the Sky team has not gone unnoticed. Their work and scientific rigour has attracted attention from both the UFO/UAP research community and mainstream scientists. Collaborating with Harvard’s Galileo Project further underscores the credibility of their work. While the team has faced some skepticism—an inherent part of UFO research—the publication of their findings in peer-reviewed journals has done much to elevate their standing.
Feedback from the public and scientific peers has been a mix of intrigue and cautious optimism. As more footage and data from Nightcrawler become available, the Tedesco brothers (and their crew) continue to push the boundaries of what we understand about UAPs. Their approach demonstrates that the field is far from being just a collection of unverifiable anecdotes, or “trust me bro’s”; it is a realm ripe for methodical investigation and scientific inquiry.
The Nightcrawler: Eye on the Sky Research Team cab be found through their Facebook page (of the same name) and they even have a book out (of the same name, available on Amazon).
We interviewed John and Gerry and showcased some of their footage over on the UAP Files Podcast: