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733667-001-007-0012

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details the personal account of Capt. Kenju Terauchi regarding the sighting of an unidentified flying object (UFO) during a flight on November 17, 1986. The account describes the interaction between JAL Flight 1628 and a United Airlines aircraft, as well as the presence of a UFO that followed them at a similar altitude.
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733667-001-009-0020

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The document appears to be a transcript of an interview or conversation regarding an aviation incident involving a United Airlines flight. The dialogue includes questions about the visibility of other aircraft and the characteristics of their lights during the flight.
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733667-001-011-0013

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This document is a memorandum from the Federal Aviation Administration discussing radar targets associated with JAL flight 1628 and the phenomenon of 'split images' observed during the flight.
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733667-001-011-0015

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The FAA acknowledges its lack of resources and mandate to scientifically investigate UFO sightings, specifically referencing Japan Airlines flight 1628.
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733667-001-011-0041

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details the personal account of Capt. Kenju Terauchi regarding an encounter with unidentified lights during a flight on November 17, 1986. The lights exhibited unusual movement, prompting the captain to attempt to photograph them, but technical issues with the camera prevented him from capturing the event.
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733667-001-011-0042

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A personal account by Captain Kenju Terauchi detailing an encounter with unidentified flying objects (UFOs) during a flight on November 17, 1986. The report describes the appearance and behavior of the UFOs, including their lights and movements.
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--- 40027753-001-0001.tif --- REFERENCE REPORT PROJECT BLUE BOOK Textual records of Projec

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document provides a comprehensive overview of Project Blue Book, detailing the investigations of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) conducted by the U.S. Air Force from 1947 to 1969. It includes information on the types of records available, the categorization of sightings, and the conclusions drawn from the investigations.
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733667-001-011-0047

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
…his document details a personal account from Captain Kenju Terauchi regarding the sighting of an unidentified flying object (UFO) while piloting Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. The account describes interactions with a United Airlines flight and air traffic control regarding the UFO's presence.
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40027753

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document provides a comprehensive overview of Project Blue Book, the U.S. Air Force's program for investigating UFO sightings from 1947 to 1969. It details the types of records available, the categorization of sightings, and the conclusions drawn from the investigations.
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733667-001-011-0048

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details a personal account from Captain Kenju Terauchi regarding the sighting of an unidentified flying object (UFO) during Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. The account describes the interaction between the flight and a United Airlines aircraft, as well as the presence of a UFO that followed them before disappearing.
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733667-001-010

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An interview with JAL flight engineer Yoshie Tsukuba regarding a UFO sighting on November 17, 1986, conducted by FAA representative Pete Beckner.
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733667-001-011-0056

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This document appears to be a transcript of a conversation involving individuals discussing the vision requirements for pilots and flight engineers, with a focus on whether specific individuals wear glasses during flight operations.
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733667-001-011-0076

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document appears to be an interview transcript regarding a sighting of lights by a flight crew, possibly related to a UAP incident. The crew discusses their observations of lights during flight, weather conditions, and instrument readings.
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733667-001-011-0080

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a personnel statement from Carl E. Henley, an Air Traffic Control Specialist at the Anchorage ARTCC, detailing an incident involving aircraft JL1628 on November 18, 1986. The report describes the interaction between the aircraft and air traffic control regarding unidentified traffic in the vicinity.
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733667-001-011-0084

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
…ment is a personnel statement from Erland D. Stephens, an Air Traffic Control Specialist at the Anchorage ARTCC, detailing an incident involving Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 18, 1986, where the flight reported an unidentified object in proximity.
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733667-001-011-0100

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
A cargo aircraft crew reported observing irregular pulsating lights and a large black object while flying over Alaska. The FAA concluded that the lights were likely caused by atmospheric conditions.
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733667-001-011-0101

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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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733667-001-012-0002

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This document is a memorandum from the Federal Aviation Administration regarding an unidentified traffic sighting reported by Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 18, 1986. It indicates that radar data did not confirm the reported traffic and mentions ongoing checks for further information.
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733667-001-018-0006

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
…ent is a personnel statement from Erland D. Stephens, an Air Traffic Control Specialist at the Anchorage ARTCC, detailing the incident involving Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 18, 1986, where the flight reported an unidentified object in close proximity.