Evidence Explorer

The FAA released documents regarding a reported UFO sighting by a Japan Air Lines flight crew over Alaska on November 17, 1986. The FAA could not confirm the sighting but investigated to ensure no safety hazards existed in the air traffic control system.

The FAA has reopened its investigation into unidentified flying objects (UFOs) reported by a Japan Air Lines crew over Alaska on November 17, 1986. The inquiry aims to identify an unknown object that appeared on radar and was seen by the crew, which was initially dismissed as 'random clutter.'

This document is a comprehensive report on unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) and the investigations conducted by various agencies, including the Air Force. It includes findings from early American reports, discussions with consulting agencies, and evaluations of remaining reports related to UAP.

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