Hole Punch Clouds A Hole Punch cloud is a non-technical name given to a cloud formed from an aircraft dissipation hole or trail. They are also called "Punch Hole" clouds. ... http://weatherthings.com/HolePunch.html Yea.....that is what THEY say it is, but there are other things to consider. The cloud in the center could be a cloaking tool. In 1997, I witnessed a similar occurance and after seeing it in real life, I have a very open mind as to what those things can really be.