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23857122-1355-505297-0013

Foia Release Unknown Released — Credibility 1% Original ↗
…the Senema and Napa Valleys. The object was sighted at: a 45° angle northwest of position ef the observers, Distance of object from observers was undetermined, flying at a very high altitude in a northwest direction. Altitude was determined to be greater than that normally flewn by jet sircrafte 2 4 5. ck tunatedannd a of Information: Celonel McNab stated he…
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733667-001-031-0036

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
…nvolving a Japan Air Lines cargo jet. NASA scientist Richard Haines has tracked over 3,000 pilot-reported UFO sightings, categorizing them into two main types: objects that appear and disappear rapidly, and those that follow aircraft for extended periods. The document highlights the skepticism from FAA and military regarding radar sightings.
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23857122-1412-535137-0004

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… that I am an Aircraft Commander (1234¢) assigned to a combat crew of the 93d Air Refueling Squadron, 93d Bomb Wing (M), Gastle APB, California. I have been on flying status 3% years. I en- close a drawing of the appearance of the objects. LO WELL i/l&. USAF W & yf : oe ‘ axar mmeunn. PESERIGEEN Declassification Authority: NND 57565
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733667-02-001-0014

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
…st Richard Haines, who has compiled over 3,000 UFO reports from pilots over the past two decades. The document details the nature of these sightings, including objects that appear suddenly and those that follow aircraft for extended periods.
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733667-001-007-0007

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document contains a personal account from Capt. Kenju Terauchi regarding an encounter with unidentified aerial phenomena during JAL Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. The account describes the sudden appearance of multiple unidentified flying objects that moved in formation alongside the aircraft, causing communication difficulties.
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BLUF attachment release in full

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The document outlines new reporting requirements for Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) and their implications for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in relation to the Department of Defense (DOD). It emphasizes the need for clear differentiation between UAPs and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) in reporting to avoid confusion and ensure accurate data …
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23857122-1022-446840-0001

Foia Release Unknown Released — Credibility 1% Original ↗
…aph. List inclosures at lower left. Begin text of report on AF Form 112—Part IJ.) SUBJECT: FLYOBRPT In accordance with AFL 200#5, dated 29 April 1952, Subject: Unidentified Flying Objects Reporting (Short Title: FLYOBRPT), the following report of Unidentified Flying Object is submitted: , On 30 December 1952, 2002 MST, William T, Jones, Security Inspector, A…
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UAP BLUF attachment release in full

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
…g: ☐Information Meeting ☒Decision/Alignment Meeting ☐Other ________________ 2. Subject of the briefing: Updating flyover reporting guidance for SIDs to include Unidentified Anomalous Phenomenon (UAP)and potential impacts to Enhanced Weapons Rule reporting requirements 3. Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF): Provide DSO Director and Deputy Director with an overview o…
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23857122-1213-481193-0002

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… was circular in shape and SOURCE first thought it was ane other aircraft or a unusually bright star. Object was white in color. When first sighted, SOURCE was flying on a heading of three five five (355) degrees . at four thousand (4,000) feet and the object appeared to be slightly above oe the aircraft. At the end of the observation SOURCE was flying a ten…
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23857122-1213-481193-0006

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… was circular in shape and SOURCE first thought it was an- other aircraft or a unusually bright star, Object was white in color, When first sighted, SOURCE was flying on a heading of three five five (355) degrees at four thousand (4,000) feet and the object appeared to be slightly above the aircraft. At the end of the observation SOURCE was flying a ten thou…
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333336149

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…e significance in final one-sentence paragraph. List inclosures at lower left. Begin text of report on AF Form 112—Part II.) I. CONTENTS: Visual observation of unidentified flying activity in vicinity of Potsdam. IT, SOURCE: A, General: BOWOs. pic icode a kihe Web se Ove aeehen ar OOLk, C.N, HONK sg vaeen ce ate web e.0e ek bee se eR Us Serial Cee eee ees ee…
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40027753-001-0018

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
…iscusses the characteristics and behaviors of large balloons, particularly in relation to their appearance and movement, which can lead to misidentification as unidentified flying objects (UFOs). It also categorizes various phenomena that can be mistaken for UFOs.
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733667-001-003-0002

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The document discusses a UFO sighting reported by Japan Air Lines pilot Kenju Terauchi over Alaska on November 17, which was partially corroborated by FAA radar data. The FAA released a data package including transcripts and interviews, revealing insights into the incident and the pilot's previous UFO sightings.
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733667-001-007-0001

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document recounts the experience of Captain Kenju Terauchi during Japan Airlines Flight 1628, which encountered unidentified flying objects (UFOs) over Alaska on November 17, 1986. The captain describes the sighting of two spaceships and a mother ship, expressing curiosity and a lack of immediate danger.
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733667-001-007-0006

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details a personal account of a UFO sighting by Capt. Kenju Terauchi, who observed two unidentified flying objects exhibiting unusual flight characteristics and lighting patterns during a flight on November 17, 1986.
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733667-001-011-0037

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a personal account by Captain Kenju Terauchi regarding the sighting of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) during Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986, over Alaska. The account describes the encounter with two spaceships and a mother ship, emphasizing the lack of immediate danger but raising questions about the nature of the encoun…
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733667-001-011-0042

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A personal account by Captain Kenju Terauchi detailing an encounter with unidentified flying objects (UFOs) during a flight on November 17, 1986. The report describes the appearance and behavior of the UFOs, including their lights and movements.
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23857122-0430-161581-0003

Military Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A report detailing the sighting of an unidentified object resembling a flare by a pilot flying at 9,000 feet over the Alaskan Sea Frontier in February 1950.
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23857122-0457-180273-0003

Military Report Secret Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a technical report related to Project Grudge, which investigates unidentified flying objects (UFOs). It is classified as SECRET and involves contributions from military personnel.
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23857122-0457-180273-0005

Military Report Secret Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The document discusses 212 incidents of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) analyzed by the Air Materiel Command Aero-medical Laboratory, highlighting the challenges in accurately identifying these phenomena due to perceptual errors and the influence of prior reports on public perception.