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733667-001-001-0003

National Archives and Records Administration

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National Archives and Records Administration
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1.9 MB
External ID
b0cd62de8a20521487c7738a804a35e49d6a7c212eaf587e061dec58614a854c
Confidence
85%
Credibility
90%

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This document is a response from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding a request for information about an unidentified traffic sighting by Japan Airlines flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. It includes details on how to obtain the materials related to the investigation.

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Aviation SafetyFAA InvestigationUAP 1986 IncidentFAAJapan AirlinesUFO

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Transportation Anchorage, Alaska Incident Location Unresolved Q US. Department Alaskan Region 701 C Street, Box 14 of Transportation Anchorage, Alaska Federal Aviation 99513 Administration February 21, 1987 IN RESPONSE TO

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Jun 15, 1987

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Q US. Department Alaskan Region 701 C Street, Box 14 of Transportation Anchorage, Alaska Federal Aviation 99513 Administration February 21, 1987 IN RESPONSE TO YOUR REQUEST: The attached order form is in response to your request for Federal Aviation Administration information regarding the unidentified traffic sighting by the flight crew of Japan Airlines flight 1628, on November 17, 1986. We have described, itemized and listed all the materials that have been produced or obtained by the FAA in this investigation. They are listed on the attached order form. Some persons may have found the cost of purchasing the entire inquiry package of materials to be expensive and contain items that they might not want. Hence, we have taken the opportunity to list and describe each item, with cost, so that your order can be tailored to fit your needs and budget. Please note that an order which totals $5.00 or less will be provided free of charge. Please read the instructions carefully and return your request with payment in full. Sincerely, <i oa TD) coeds Paul Steucke Public Affairs Officer ———— —_—_=_—=_*_ <r _ SS er —— eS ey $$$ nS _— FE 50 Years of Air Traffic Control Excellence — A Standard for the Worid —