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A letter from Grant Csalliaor requesting information from the FAA regarding a UFO sighting reported by JAL Capt. Kenjuy Terauchi on November 17, 1987.

On November 17, 1986, Japan Airlines Flight 1628, a Boeing 747 cargo flight, reported an unidentified traffic at its altitude during its flight from Keflavik, Iceland to Anchorage, Alaska. The traffic was visible on the aircraft's weather radar and was tracked by air traffic control. The unidentified object remained in proximity to the aircraft during maneuv…

A Japan Air Lines pilot reported seeing a UFO over Alaska, which was later attributed to the bright planet Jupiter and possibly Mars by UFO expert Philip Klass. The pilot, Capt. Kenju Terauchi, disputed this explanation, claiming the object moved with him during his flight.

A Japan Air Lines pilot reported seeing a UFO over Alaska, which was later attributed to the bright planet Jupiter and possibly Mars by UFO expert Philip Klass. The pilot, Capt. Kenju Terauchi, disputed this explanation, insisting the object moved with him during his flight.

This document details a UFO sighting reported by Japan Air Lines Flight 1628, where the crew observed two unidentified flying objects that exhibited unusual flight patterns and characteristics, leading to significant media attention and speculation.

… discusses an incident involving Japan Airlines Flight 1628, where the pilot reported seeing three unidentified lights in the sky while flying over Alaska. The FAA has stepped up its investigation into the sighting, which included a large darkened globe and smaller lights that changed angles. The pilot, Kenji Terauchi, reported the lights to air traffic cont…

This document outlines the public affairs plan for the organized release of information regarding the sighting of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) by the crew of Japan Airlines flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. It details the objectives, planning, execution, and results of the campaign aimed at addressing public and media interest while maintaining agency …

This document pertains to a press conference held by the FAA regarding the JAL #1628 UFO incident that occurred on March 5, 1987, in Anchorage, Alaska. It discusses the details surrounding the sighting and the FAA's response.

This document pertains to a press conference held by the FAA regarding the JAL #1628 UFO incident on March 5, 1987, in Anchorage, Alaska. It provides insights into the FAA's response and public communication regarding the sighting.

This document pertains to a press conference held by the FAA regarding the JAL #1628 UFO incident that occurred on March 5, 1987, in Anchorage, Alaska. It likely contains details about the incident and the FAA's response.

This document appears to be a reminder memo related to FAA Form 1340-28, indicating a work order process. The content is largely illegible and lacks specific details regarding UAP/UFO incidents.

A request for information regarding the Japan Airlines UFO incident, sent to the FAA by Ed Fernandez on February 26, 1987.

This document appears to be a request for information regarding an alleged UFO sighting reported to the FAA, specifically referencing a summary of the incident from November. The document is fragmented and lacks detailed context.

A request for information regarding the Japan Air Lines incident involving a U.F.O. directed to the FAA.

A request for information regarding a UFO sighting by Japan Airlines on November 1, directed to the FAA.

A correspondence dated April 2, 1987, from Marg eit Wt altor to the FAA requesting a summary of a sighting reported by JAL Captain Kenjyn Terauchi, along with a payment for the request.

This document appears to be a communication directed to the FAA regarding unidentified flying objects (UFOs) in Japan. The text is fragmented and contains several typographical errors, making it difficult to ascertain the full context and details.

A request from Benjamin R. Sturges to the FAA for a summary of UAP sightings, referencing an article that indicates no charge for the information.

On February 1, 2023, a report from Merrill, IA described a green object the size of a car falling from the sky. The FAA confirmed that a known green meteor was present in the area at the time of the sighting.

This document contains a collection of reports and transcripts related to the unidentified traffic sighting by Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. It includes interviews with crew members, air traffic control communications, and radar tracking data.