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237UAP00010

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This incident report details a situation involving a six-year-old boy who was mistakenly believed to be airborne in a helium-filled balloon resembling a UFO. The balloon was tracked by various aircraft, but it was later confirmed that the boy was safe at home.
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237UAP00075

Radar Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
… while flying at 18,000 feet. The phenomenon was described as resembling burning space debris and was reported by multiple aircraft. The report also mentions a possible misidentification of the phenomenon as Starlink satellites or the International Space Station.
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237UAP00136

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A commercial aircraft reported an unidentified aerial phenomenon while flying at 37,000 feet. The phenomenon was characterized by red, green, and white lights that faded in and out, potentially indicating satellite activity.
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237UAP00137

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
AAL2654, a commercial B738 aircraft, reported an unidentified aerial phenomenon while flying at FL390 on December 17, 2022. The phenomenon was characterized by red, green, and white lights that faded in and out, possibly indicating satellite activity.
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237UAP00138

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A commercial aircraft reported an unidentified aerial phenomenon while flying at high altitude, describing it as lights of various colors fading in and out.
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237UAP00139

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A commercial aircraft reported an unidentified aerial phenomenon while flying at 37,000 feet. The phenomenon was characterized by red, green, and white lights that faded in and out, potentially identified as satellites.
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237UAP00140

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A commercial aircraft reported an unidentified aerial phenomenon while flying at 37,000 feet. The phenomenon was characterized by red, green, and white lights that faded in and out, and was observed while the aircraft was en route from Phoenix to Chicago.
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237UAP00199

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A commercial aircraft reported an unidentified aerial phenomenon while flying at FL360. The phenomenon was described as multi-colored flashing lights leaving a contrail. Another aircraft in the vicinity suggested it might be reflections from a satellite.
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237UAP00217

Military Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A commercial aircraft reported an unidentified aerial phenomenon while flying at 37,000 feet. The phenomenon was identified as a STARLINK train, confirmed by NORAD.
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237UAP00291

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A Skywatch Incident Report detailing multiple UAP sightings by commercial aircraft on August 25, 2023, near the Big Dipper constellation.
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Southeast Asia Triangles

Military Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 85% Original ↗
The 'Southeast Asia Triangles' case from 2017 was assessed by the AARO and concluded that the observed triangular objects were actually static fishing nets, not anomalous objects posing a risk to navigation.
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019 Southeast Asia Triangles

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
UNCLASSIFIED All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office US Department of Defense Case: "Southeast Asia Triangles" Case Resolution I 17 March 2023 (U) Key Findings (U) AARO assesses that the subjects of the "Southeast Asia Triangles" case from 2017 almost certainly are cone-shaped static fishing nets floating on the surface of the ocean. This conclusion is based on…
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40027753-001-0019

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The document outlines the conclusions of Project Blue Book regarding unidentified flying objects (UFOs), stating that no UFO has been found to pose a threat to national security, nor is there evidence of extraterrestrial vehicles or advanced technology beyond current scientific understanding.
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733667-001-003-0006

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This document discusses the unauthorized release of investigative information regarding the JAL 1625 UFO incident by the FAA, highlighting concerns about agency trust and the handling of sensitive information.
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733667-001-003-0014

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document is a memorandum from the US Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration regarding the release of incident information related to the JAL1628 case. It outlines the distribution of air traffic investigation materials and the protocols followed for information release.
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733667-001-003-0019

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a record of a telephone call between a Public Affairs Officer and journalist Phillip Klass regarding the JAL 1628 UFO incident and Klass's article referencing a complete FAA transcript.
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733667-001-003-0038

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This document is a letter from Paul Steucke of the FAA to Dr. Richard F. Haines regarding the JAL 1628 flight incident and related radar data. It discusses the availability of radar tapes and data, and invites Dr. Haines to visit the Anchorage Air Route Traffic Control Center.
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733667-001-009-0004

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 65% Original ↗
…nd Tamefuji, discussing their observations of two small aircraft during a flight. The dialogue is fragmented and includes unintelligible portions, indicating a possible communication or reporting scenario.
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733667-001-009-0015

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 70% Original ↗
The document appears to be a transcript of a conversation regarding an unidentified light observed during night flights, with a focus on the possibility of reflections from the cockpit affecting visibility.
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733667-001-011-0031

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
…on involving witnesses discussing an unidentified flying object (UFO) that appeared unexpectedly and exhibited unusual behavior, including rapid movement and a possible regulation to avoid being seen by humans.