Sorry but I did not see the film Area 51 referred to so I can't comment.
I also spent a part of my life in the RAF, not 31 years but enough to gain some experience.
Of course there are circumstances when a touch of "spin" may be acceptable but not unneccessary downright lies which are becoming almost a qualification for modern politicians. You may classify this as not fact but only my opinion if you wish.
it is the interpretation by the Press of what they think they heard - embellished for their own purposes.
PS This is not in any way a condemnation of the responsible Journalists who strive to present a balanced viewpoint in respect of Defence matters.
You cannot blame the press for everything, however sh1te they may be.