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ufo7

Police Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a police report detailing multiple sightings of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) in Portland, Oregon, in September 1967. Officers observed a bright, metallic object in the sky, described as elliptical and traveling at high speeds. Witnesses included police officers and civilians, and the report notes the credibility of the witnesses.
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733667-001-025

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a route slip from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding a UFO sighting reported by Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. The flight crew observed lighted objects in close proximity during their flight, which continued for over 350 miles. The FAA coordinated with military authorities and conducted interviews with the …
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733667-001-030

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
On January 29, 1987, Alaska Airlines Flight 53 reported an unidentified target on their weather radar while flying at 35,000 feet near McGrath, Alaska. The target moved rapidly and was not visually confirmed by the crew. FAA and USAF investigations found no other aircraft in the area.
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733667-02-001-0008

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A Japan Airlines pilot's UFO sighting was attributed to the bright visibility of Jupiter and possibly Mars, according to investigator Philip J. Klass. The pilot's claims were contradicted by FAA communications, which indicated he lost sight of the object after a turn. Klass noted that the pilot did not mention the celestial bodies that were clearly visible a…
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733667-02-001-0039

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document discusses the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) investigation into a UFO sighting reported by a Japan Air Lines pilot over the Arctic Ocean in November 1986. Despite the FAA's conclusion that the radar blips were likely 'split-radar returns' and not an actual UFO, there has been significant public interest in the reports, leading to the F…
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733667-02-001-0049

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
…le flying over Alaska. The incident involved three lights that followed his Boeing 747 cargo jet for nearly an hour, leading to an investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
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733667-002-004

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document contains various communications regarding the Japan Airlines UFO sighting from November 17, 1986, including requests for information and materials related to the incident from multiple individuals and organizations.
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733667-002-006-0043

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The document discusses the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) response to public interest in a Japan Air Lines pilot's UFO sighting from November 17, 1976. The FAA is offering a package of information about the incident for a fee, including tapes, drawings, and photos. The pilot, Kenjyu Terauchi, reported seeing a large spaceship, which some investigato…
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237UAP00045

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
A Skywatch Incident Report detailing a UFO sighting by a pilot at 18,000 feet on February 13, 2021.
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237UAP00050

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
A Skywatch Incident Report detailing a UFO sighting by a pilot at FL370 on May 4, 2021.
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237UAP00065

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
Incident report detailing an unidentified aerial phenomenon involving a reported sighting of a person in a jet pack at 3,000 feet.
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237UAP00080

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
Incident report detailing an unidentified aerial phenomenon encountered by an aircraft on February 26, 2022.
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237UAP00158

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A Skywatch incident report detailing an encounter with a large balloon while in flight.
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237UAP00164

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
A Skywatch Incident Report detailing an unidentified aerial phenomenon observed by an aircraft on February 3, 2023.
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315834697

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
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733667-001-003-0001

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document is a correspondence from Philip J. Klass regarding his analysis of the JAL UFO incident, intended for Paul Steucke. It discusses the publication of his findings in 'Skeptical Inquirer'.
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733667-001-004-0004

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The document appears to be a fragmented and unclear text from the National Archives, possibly related to an aviation incident or report involving 'SAPAN AIR LINES'. The content is largely illegible and lacks coherent information.
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733667-002-003-0048

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…pears to be a fragmented record related to unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) sightings, specifically mentioning California and possibly involving military or aviation entities.
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733667-002-003-0049

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A request for information regarding the JAL UFO sighting of November 17, 1986, sent to the FAA by Michael DeLorénZo.
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733667-002-003-0053

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 70% Original ↗
This document appears to be a request for information related to UFOs, specifically seeking a copy of a report from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding unidentified flying objects. The request is directed to a specific individual in San Francisco.