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733667-001-011-0101

National Archives and Records Administration

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Department
National Archives and Records Administration
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2 MB
External ID
8d50fe70730e05698a83a4d1514b55806525b3fc4551eae5e8707afdde14bf20
Confidence
85%
Credibility
90%

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This document is a response from the FAA regarding a request for information about the unidentified traffic sighting by Japan Airlines flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. It includes an order form for obtaining materials related to the investigation.

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Aviation SafetyGovernment TransparencyUAP FAAFOIAJapan AirlinesUFO

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Anchorage, AK Incident Location Medium US. Department Alaskan Region 701 C Street, Box 14 Transportation of Anchorage, Alaska receral Aviation 99513 ministration February 21, 1987 IN RESPONSE TO YOUR

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Jun 15, 1987

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US. Department Alaskan Region 701 C Street, Box 14 Transportation of Anchorage, Alaska receral Aviation 99513 ministration 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, 7 OE Paul Steucke Public Affairs Officer 50 Years of Air Traffic Control Excellence — A Standard for the World —