Evidence Explorer

This document details the personal account of Captain Kenju Terauchi regarding a sighting of an unidentified flying object (UFO) during Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. The captain describes visual and radar observations of a large, round object that was not detected by ground radar.

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

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.

This document is a computer printout from the FAA regarding radar data related to Japan Air Lines Flight #1628, which reported unidentified flying objects (UFOs) during its flight on November 17, 1986.

The FAA states it lacks the resources and mandate to scientifically investigate UFO sightings, including the case of Japan Airlines flight 1628. They have completed their investigation and do not intend to pursue it further.

This document is a memorandum from the FAA Alaskan Region detailing media inquiries and responses related to a UFO sighting by a Japan Airlines captain in November 1986. It highlights the extensive media engagement and the preparation for a press conference to address public interest.

A Japan Air Lines pilot, Kenju Terauchi, recounts a UFO sighting during a flight over Alaska, describing two unidentified objects emitting amber light and exhibiting advanced movement capabilities.

This document is a Skywatch Incident Report detailing a UFO sighting reported by multiple aircraft on May 13, 2007.

This document is a Skywatch Incident Report detailing an event on February 21, 2008, concerning UFO sightings and related phenomena over the Denver area.

A Skywatch incident report detailing a UFO encounter by an aircraft near IAH on April 23, 2009.

This document is a Skywatch Incident Report detailing multiple UFO sightings between St. Louis, MO and Springfield, MO on September 10, 2009. NORAD confirmed no space debris reentry during the time of the sightings.

This document is a Skywatch Incident Report detailing a possible UFO sighting reported by a Mr. Rogers on September 7, 2010, near CHS.

This document is a Skywatch Incident Report detailing a UFO sighting by an aircraft near Flagstaff, AZ on August 7, 2012.

A Skywatch incident report detailing an observation of a rocket or UFO brake light over Kessel, WV on August 28, 2013.

A Skywatch Incident Report detailing a UFO sighting by the pilot of UAL1049 on January 2, 2016, while flying at FL370.

Incident report detailing a UFO sighting by a pilot at high altitude.

This document is a Skywatch Incident Report detailing a UFO sighting by an aircraft on December 11, 2007. The report includes observations of a bright light that exhibited rapid movement and then remained stationary.

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.

Incident report detailing a UFO sighting by two aircraft near Elizabeth City, NC on January 13, 2012.

A Skywatch Incident Report detailing a sighting of an unidentified flying object (UFO) by the pilot of United Airlines flight UAL976 on August 19, 2012, near GAI.