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733667-02-001-0020
National Archives and Records Administration
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The document discusses reported sightings of mysterious flashing lights in Alaskan airspace, particularly involving commercial flights. It references a specific incident involving JAL Flight 1628 and mentions monitoring by air traffic controllers.
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Air traffic monitoringCommercial aviationUFO sightings air traffic controlAlaskaJAL Flight 1628UAPUFO
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Jun 16, 2026
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