Search Continues for Missing Former Air Force General Amidst UFO Speculation

Authorities in Albuquerque, New Mexico, are actively searching for retired U.S. Air Force Major General William Neil McCasland, who vanished in late February. McCasland, 68, was last seen near Quail Run Ct NE around 11:00 a.m. on February 27, 2026. The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office issued a Silver Alert, expressing concern for his safety due to unspecified medical issues. The FBI is also involved in the ongoing investigation, which has yielded few confirmed leads regarding his whereabouts or the circumstances of his disappearance.

McCasland's distinguished career included commanding the Air Force Research Laboratory, placing him at the forefront of highly classified defense and space technology programs. His past association with discussions surrounding unidentified flying objects (UFOs), including interactions with Tom DeLonge and mentions in leaked John Podesta emails, has drawn renewed public attention to his disappearance. This connection has fueled widespread speculation about the nature of his work and the reasons behind his sudden vanishing, with some even humorously suggesting extraterrestrial involvement.

Despite the various theories circulating, investigators and McCasland's family remain focused on finding him. His sister, Susan McCasland Wilkerson, has publicly stated that her brother does not possess special knowledge about alleged extraterrestrial bodies or debris from the Roswell incident. The search continues as law enforcement agencies work to uncover any information that could lead to McCasland's safe return.