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23857122-0985-434443-0001

Foia Release Unknown Released — Credibility 1% Original ↗
…ar to that of jet aircraft. All sightings visual. Two observers at Evant, Texas, were in RB=26 at 4500' altitude flying South. All others were at ground level. Weather sequence 2028 hours, clouds thin scattered 25,000'; visibility 12 miles, surface winds East at 4 knots. PREPARED BY: APPROVED: a [KK : | WA) rato) put « f hay a > fags W. HENSLEY gre oD Mi NrE…
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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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23857122-0985-434443-0038

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…t als” ai ty “We. as ae onto nian tverpn nse Tro. observers at Evant, Texas, were in. RB=26 at 4500" altitude - flying Scuth. All others were at genes ‘level. ‘Weather sequence 2028 hours, louie thin scattered 25,000'; visibility 12 miles, surface winds East at 4 knots. PREPARED BY: APPROVED: ese 7h 05 | ESSIEN. HENSLEY Me et ee ptt a [fee ‘wna, USAP (Ht Col…
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733667-001-020-0010

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This document details an encounter involving Japan Airlines Flight 1628, which reported being followed by an unidentified object while flying over Alaska. The crew observed two lights and later described a large, globular craft that seemed to track their flight path. The FAA and military radar confirmed the presence of an object near the flight, leading to c…
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23857122-1012-444219-0002

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…ain Woodham, reports that the sky was clear with 1. The Preparing Officer is of the opinion that the object sighted could be any one (1) of the following: | Be Weather balloon be Kite Ce Friendly aircraft ds Sun ratiinted toa distant atopy | ee Sun reflected from Lake Superior > : - i f. Sun reflected from mist formed over St. Mary's River Falls at Sault Sts…
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733667-001-020-0012

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The document discusses inquiries into UFO sightings, particularly focusing on the work of Richard Haines, a scientist at NASA, who investigates pilot sightings. Haines has documented numerous unexplained cases, including a notable sighting by Captain Terauchi. The document also mentions skepticism from Philip Klass, who proposes that the sightings could be e…
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23857122-1012-444219-0004

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…fifty (50) degrees. COMMENTS of Preparing Officers 1. The Preparing Officer is of the opinion that the object sighted could be any one (1) of the following: ae Weather batieds be Kite Ce Friendly aircraft de Sun reflected from distant cloud @e. Sun reflected from Lake Superior f. Sun reflected from mist formed over St. Mary's River Falls at Sault Ste Marie, …
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733667-001-031-0037

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A Japan Air Lines pilot, Capt. Kenjyu Terauchi, reported seeing unidentified lights in the sky while flying over Alaska. The lights did not appear on military or FAA radar, and the incident is under investigation.
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23857122-1022-446840-0002

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…tial Section of Los Alamos AEC Installation - about 4 miles north of (5) Observers reliability considered excellent. Observer is employed and trained (6) Clear weather, 40 miles visibility. Winds: 14 knots at surface. (7), (8), (9), and (10) A121 negative. On the night of this observation, few people were out doors beceuse of the severe cold. This might acco…
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733667-02-001-0003

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document recounts the experiences of Japan Airlines pilot Kenju Terauchi during a flight over Alaska on November 17, where he observed mysterious lights and objects in the sky, leading him to believe they were extraterrestrial in origin. Despite some speculation that the lights were reflections from ice crystals, Terauchi remains convinced of their othe…
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23857122-1022-446840-0013

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…ch List inclosures at lower left. Faigke tad of pod wh AR Doren f1-Pwt TEY 1, This report Anvelves a meee ef an unidentified objeat by crew of . 8 Be29 ely ing weather reconnaissance for 4 a bomber streem.in the Simiju area, , = 28h (UT™ grid). ng : pe: ee Intelligence Officer ’ ‘3 vg aa ahs “ = = piesa , ae oe: he : ya se = agit tp ‘ ie A - EALASSIFIED a 2 …
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733667-02-001-0027

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
On November 17, 1986, Japan Air Lines pilot Kenju Terauchi reported a close encounter with a UFO while flying over Alaska. The incident involved two cylindrical objects with bright lights that maneuvered in formation with his aircraft, leading to radar confirmations from Anchorage air traffic control and the U.S. Air Force.
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23857122-1117-467231-0001

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…eared on the same course, The second object continued on a course due west, then dropped over the horizon, During these sightings Captain Gleason described the weather as perfectly clear, visibility unlimited, Mach sighting was in view for approximately 15 seconds, Thess sightings were witnessed and confirmed by lst Lt. Joseph A, Pichler and lst Lt, Laurence…
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733667-002-002-0008

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details the extraordinary sighting of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) by Captain Kenju Terauchi during a Japan Air Lines cargo flight over Alaska in November 1986. Terauchi and his crew observed two belts of amber lights that exhibited advanced technology and maneuverability, leading Terauchi to conclude they were of extraterrestrial origin.…
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23857122-1117-467231-0003

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…cription appeared on the same course, The second object continued on a course due west,.. then dropped over tha hcrizon, During these sightings | described the weather as perfactly jckeax, visibility unlimited, Hach sighting was view for Bie ane 15 seconds, | _ines3 sightings wers witnessed and confirmed by me 1 both Air Force Officers, are. ji stad psrsonne…
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733667-002-002

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
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 …
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23857122-1159-473339-0001

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…multicolored mass but the relative size and shape were not ascertainable. There were no sounds nor were there any signs of an exhaust such as vapor trails. The weather was clear, visibility twelve(12) to fifteen(15) miles, and moderate winds NNW. The object seemed to be-drifting with the winds and finally beyond the horizon. There was no air traffic in the l…
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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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23857122-1163-474144-0001

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…60° and elevation 70° est. This fact leads observer (Lt. Watson) to the conclusion trat the object in question was actually Venus or some other celestial body. Weather; Visibility unlimited Ceiling unlimited Cloud coverage Of Wind at 0,000 ft. 125 knots from 3009 “QICHARD F. WATSON ist Lt. USAF INCLS. cme mame 2/21 /3% by ba heweiecio, Os: 22 LIE ake DISTRIB…
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733667-002-006

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The document details a public inquiry into a Japan Air Lines pilot's UFO sighting over Alaska, including the FAA's response and the materials available for purchase related to the incident.