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733667-001-018

Military Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document contains personnel statements from various Air Traffic Control Specialists at the Anchorage ARTCC regarding an incident involving Japan Airlines Flight 1628 (JL1628) on November 18, 1986. The flight reported encountering an unidentified aircraft with white and yellow strobe lights at the same altitude, leading to multiple radar checks and inqui…
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733667-001-011

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details the FAA's investigation into the sighting of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) by Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. The FAA released various materials including transcripts, interviews, and radar data, concluding that the radar anomalies reported were due to uncorrelated radar signals rather than unidentified aircraft.
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CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY AND OVERHEAD RECONNAISSANCE THE U 2 AND OXCART PROGRAMS 1954 1974

Cia Document Secret Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document provides a comprehensive history of the CIA's overhead reconnaissance programs, specifically focusing on the U-2 and OXCART projects from 1954 to 1974. It details the technological advancements, bureaucratic challenges, and political context surrounding these high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft, which were pivotal during the Cold War for gath…
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733667-001-003

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The document discusses the analysis of the Japan Air Lines (JAL) Flight 1628 UFO incident that occurred on November 17, 1986. The pilot, Captain Kenju Terauchi, reported seeing a UFO while flying over Alaska, which was later attributed to misidentification of celestial bodies, particularly the planet Jupiter. The analysis includes insights from FAA data and …
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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024

Congressional Testimony Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 outlines appropriations for military activities, personnel strengths, and various defense programs, including provisions for Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) disclosure.
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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024

Congressional Testimony Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 includes provisions for military funding, procurement, and strategies for various branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, with a specific section dedicated to Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) disclosure.
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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024

Congressional Testimony Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 outlines appropriations for military activities, personnel strengths, and various defense-related initiatives, including provisions for Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) records collection and disclosure.
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733667-001-029

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
On January 11, 1987, Japan Airlines Flight 628 reported seeing unusual lights while flying over Alaska. The lights appeared at various positions relative to the aircraft and were initially thought to be a UFO. Air traffic controllers confirmed no other traffic in the area, and the phenomenon was later attributed to village lights obscured by atmospheric cond…
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A bill to require the release to the public of all documents, reports, and other records relating to unidentified anomalous phenomena, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Congressional Testimony Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document outlines a bill introduced in the U.S. Congress aimed at requiring the public release of all documents, reports, and records related to unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP). The bill is intended to enhance transparency and accountability regarding government knowledge and investigations into UAP.
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733667-002-009

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document contains multiple requests for information regarding a UFO sighting reported by a Japanese airline pilot in November 1986. Various individuals and organizations are seeking documentation, photographs, and other materials related to the incident, as mentioned in a broadcast by Paul Harvey.
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733667-002-006

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The document details a public inquiry into a Japan Air Lines pilot's UFO sighting over Alaska, including the FAA's response and the materials available for purchase related to the incident.
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733667-002-008

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document contains various requests for information regarding the UFO sighting by Japan Air Lines pilot Kenjyu Terauchi on November 17, 1986. The FAA offered a mail-order package with detailed information about the incident, including tapes, drawings, and radar data.
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733667-001-031

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document contains a detailed account of the reported UFO sighting by Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986, over Alaska. It includes various media inquiries, communications between the flight crew and air traffic control, and subsequent investigations by the FAA and military. The document highlights the complexity of the incident, including ra…
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733667-002-007

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document contains correspondence regarding requests for information about the Japan Airlines Flight 1628 UFO sighting that occurred on November 17, 1986. Multiple individuals expressed interest in obtaining reports, transcripts, and other materials related to the incident from the FAA.
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A bill to require the release to the public of all documents, reports, and other records relating to unidentified anomalous phenomena, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Congressional Testimony Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document outlines a bill introduced in the U.S. Congress aimed at requiring the public release of all documents related to unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP). The bill emphasizes transparency and accountability in government regarding UAP investigations and findings.
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576UAP0007

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The 2022 Annual Report on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) details an increase in UAP reporting, highlighting the establishment of the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) to enhance coordination and analysis of UAP incidents across various U.S. government agencies. The report indicates a total of 510 UAP reports as of August 2022, with ongoing eff…
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576UAP0007

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
UNCLASSIFIED UNCLASSIFIED OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE 2022 Annual Report on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena UNCLASSIFIED 1 UNCLASSIFIED Table of Contents EXECUTIVE SUMMARY .......................................................................................................... 2 SCOPE AND ASSUMPTIONS .......................................…
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Safe Airspace for Americans Act

Congressional Testimony Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The Safe Airspace for Americans Act mandates the FAA to establish procedures for reporting incidents related to unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP), ensuring safety and reducing stigma for reporting such encounters.
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Safe Airspace for Americans Act

Congressional Testimony Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The Safe Airspace for Americans Act mandates the FAA to establish procedures for reporting incidents related to unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP), ensuring safety in national airspace and reducing stigma around reporting such incidents.
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733667-001-024

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details the FAA's investigation into the reported UFO sighting by Japan Airlines flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. The investigation included interviews with the flight crew and analysis of radar data, which suggested that the sighting was likely a split radar return rather than an unidentified aircraft.