BornAug 15, 1945 - New York City, New York
AliasesFife Symington, Fife Symington III, Governor Symington
Service1991-1997 (Governor); 1968-1976 (Air Force)
Summary
Former Republican Governor of Arizona and U.S. Air Force veteran who initially dismissed the March 1997 Phoenix Lights event with a staged press conference, then publicly reversed course in 2007 - stating he personally witnessed a massive, structured craft that night and that his mockery of witnesses was a mistake. His recantation as a credentialed military officer and former governor is one of the most significant official UAP admissions on record.
Roles
- -Governor of Arizona (1991-1997)
- -U.S. Air Force Captain (1968-1976)
- -Real estate developer
Organizations
State of ArizonaU.S. Air Force
Education
- -B.A., University of Arizona, 1968
Early Career
- -Served as a U.S. Air Force officer, attaining the rank of Captain; flew aircraft as part of his service
- -Worked in real estate development in Arizona following military service
- -Elected to Governor of Arizona in 1991, serving two terms through 1997