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733667-001-022-0009

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document discusses the FAA's analysis of radar data related to Japan Airlines flight 1628, which reported an uncorrelated radar target during its flight on November 17, 1986. The FAA experts explained the phenomenon of uncorrelated primary and beacon targets and its implications for radar tracking.
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733667-001-023-0001

Radar Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The document discusses the analysis of radar data related to Japan Airlines flight 1628, which experienced uncorrelated radar signals during its flight on November 17, 1986. FAA experts explain the phenomenon of uncorrelated primary and beacon targets and its implications for radar tracking.
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733667-001-024-0006

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The FAA states it lacks the resources and mandate to scientifically investigate UFO sightings, including the case of Japan Airlines flight 1628. They have completed their investigation and do not intend to pursue it further.
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733667-001-031-0012

Radar Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document discusses the FAA's analysis of radar data related to Japan Airlines flight 1628, which experienced uncorrelated radar signals during its flight on November 17, 1986. The FAA experts concluded that the radar system detected an 'uncorrelated primary and beacon target', a phenomenon that can occur under certain conditions, particularly when a pil…
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733667-001-031-0015

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a memorandum from the FAA Alaskan Region detailing media inquiries and responses related to a UFO sighting by a Japan Airlines captain in November 1986. It highlights the extensive media engagement and the preparation for a press conference to address public interest.
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733667-02-001-0018

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The FAA has reopened its investigation into unidentified flying objects (UFOs) reported by a Japan Air Lines crew over Alaska on November 17, 1986. The inquiry aims to identify an unknown object that appeared on radar and was seen by the crew, which was initially dismissed as 'random clutter.'
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733667-02-001-0046

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The document discusses the FAA's response to public interest in a UFO sighting reported by a Japan Air Lines pilot, including the sale of detailed information packages about the incident.
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733667-002-003-0038

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The document discusses a UFO sighting reported by Japan Air Lines pilot Kenjyu Terauchi on November 17, during a flight from Iceland to Anchorage. The FAA is responding to public interest by offering a comprehensive package of information about the incident for a fee.
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733667-002-003-0045

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 30% Original ↗
This document appears to be a fragmented communication regarding a request for information about UFOs, specifically mentioning interest in a particular case. The text is largely illegible and lacks coherent structure, making it difficult to extract detailed information.
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733667-002-005-0047

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
A request for information regarding a UFO sighting by a Japan Air Lines pilot in Alaska, dated February 28, 1987.
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733667-002-007-0009

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
A request for information regarding a UAP sighting described as being as large as two aircraft carriers, with a specific inquiry about purchasing related data.
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733667-002-007-0076

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
A request for information regarding a recent UFO sighting by an airline pilot, directed to the FAA from a UFO researcher.
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733667-002-010-0039

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A letter from J.B. Bruner inquiring about information related to UFO sightings reported by a Japanese airline crew, addressed to the Federal Aviation Agency in Anchorage, Alaska.
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733667-002-010-0096

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document is a request for information regarding a report on the Japan Airlines (JAL) incident that occurred on November 17, 1986. The requester, Steuart Campbell, is inquiring about the items sold as part of the report and specifically asks if it includes information about the weather situation at the time of the incident.
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23857122-0457-180273-0015

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document outlines the procedures for analyzing UAP sightings, including data collection, statistical analysis, and consultations with various scientific and technical experts to determine the nature of reported incidents.
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23857122-0457-180273-0016

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The document discusses the analysis of various UAP sightings, focusing on the contributions of different agencies and experts, including Dr. J. A. Hynek's findings on the nature of these incidents.
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23857122-0457-180273-0022

Military Report Secret Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The Swedish Defense Staff has found no proof of unidentified flying objects or missiles over Sweden, despite extensive investigations into reported sightings, which were attributed to astronomical phenomena.
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23857122-0457-180273-0026

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 65% Original ↗
…cument appears to be a report prepared by Dr. J. Allen Hynek related to unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) and their investigation, specifically focusing on a case in Ohio. The text is fragmented and lacks clarity, suggesting it may be an incomplete or poorly scanned document.
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23857122-0457-180273-0098

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 70% Original ↗
The document discusses observations of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) and attempts to estimate their size and mass based on their motion and distance from observers. It suggests that the laws of mechanics could be applied to deduce characteristics of the objects observed.
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23857122-0457-180273-0351

Foia Release Unknown Released — Credibility 1% Original ↗
…e Government. This individual is ayare of the whereabouts of these pictures, but has never requested their return. There are other undesirable aspect s to this case. The observe ris. character and business affil ih ons are presently under investigation, the results of which are not yet know. Dr. Irving Langnuir studied subject photograp hs, and after learnin…