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733667-001-011-0105

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document contains various materials related to the investigation of JAL Flight 1628, including simulated radar data, voice transcriptions, photographs, and interviews with the flight crew and air traffic control.
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[11/22/1994] — Page 2023

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
F:\Cable\Data Source\Cables\CD010\NOV94\MSGS\M1375774.html Page 1 of 6 Cable PRIORITY PREC: UNCLASSIFIED CLASS: PTTUZYUW RUEKJCS7895 3262243-UUUU--RHEHAAA RHEHWSR. LINE1: LINE2: ZNR UUUUU RHDLPOA T NTCC CAPODICHINO NAPLES IT LINES: RUCOCGA T USNS COMFORT LINE4: RUEKJCS OSRI: 222138Z NOV 94 DTG: SECDEF WASHINGTON DC//ATSD/PA DDI// ORIG: TO: INFO: DOD NEWS BRI…
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733667-001-014-0003

Radar Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document appears to be a transcript of communication related to Japan Air Flight 1628, which encountered an unidentified object during its flight. The communication involves air traffic control and the flight crew discussing the presence of an unknown primary target near the aircraft.
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[09/15/1997 - 11/03/2000] — Page 2023

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
SUBJECT/T1TLE DATE RESTRICTION 001. email 05/19/1998 P6/b(6) 002. email 05/19/1998 P6/b(6) 003. email 05/19/1998 P6/b(6) 004a. email 01/24/2000 Pl/b(l) 004b. email 01/24/2000 Pl/b(l) 005a. email 01/24/2000 Pl/b(l) 005b. email 01/24/2000Pl/b(l) 005c. email 01/24/2000 Pl/b(l) 006a. email 02/02/2000 Pl/b(l) 006b. email 02/01/2000Pl/b(l) 007a. email 02/01/2000 P…
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733667-001-014-0005

Radar Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details a communication between Japan Air Flight 1628 and air traffic control regarding an unidentified primary target following the aircraft. The conversation indicates military radar tracking an object in close proximity to the flight, raising concerns about safety and the potential need for military intervention.
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021 AARO Trifold Jan2025

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
The All-domain www.aaro.mil Photo Credit: NASA For additional information please visit www.aaro.mil Media Inquiries: Air ▪ Maritime ▪ Space OBJECTS COMMONLY REPORTED AS UAP While AARO receives a wide range of reports, many of which remain unsolved objects/causes reported as UAP Include • Airborne clutter • • Commercial or military aircraft • Unmanned aerial …
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733667-001-015-0009

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document appears to be a transcript or communication log involving Japan Air flight JL1628, detailing its request for descent and interactions with air traffic control.
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022 SASC Transcript 2023

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
Stenographic Transcript Before the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES UNITED STATES SENATE HEARING TO RECEIVE TESTIMONY ON THE MISSION, ACTIVITIES, OVERSIGHT, AND BUDGET OF THE ALL-DOM AIN ANOMALY RESOLUTION OFFICE Wednesday, April 19, 2023 Washington, D.C. ALDERSON COURT REPORTING 1111 14TH STREET NW SUITE 1050 WAS…
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733667-001-015-0015

Radar Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document appears to be a transcript of communication between air traffic control and Japan Airlines flight 1628, discussing the flight's position and the presence of military aircraft in the vicinity. The conversation indicates a potential UAP sighting or unusual radar activity.
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03 2024 DGI Mission Brief

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
UNCLASSIFIED ALL-DOMAIN ANOMALY RESOLUTION OFFICE (AARO) ALL-DOMAIN ANOMALY RESOLUTION OFFICE The U.S. Defense Department & The UAP Mission UNCLASSIFIED Last updated: February 2024 03 All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office Chief of Staff, AARO Authority: FY24 NDAA, now codified at 44 U.S.C. 2107 Date: 2/5/2025 Released in Full: X Case Number: 330UAP000003 Page…
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733667-001-015-0016

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document appears to be a transcript of communication involving Japan Air flight 1628 and United Airlines flight 69, discussing air traffic and visibility of each other during flight operations.
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04 AARO Trifold 2024

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
The All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office www.aaro.mil REPORTS TO AARO AARO is accepting reports of U.S. Government programs or activities related to UAP from current or former U.S. Government employees, service members, or contractor personnel with direct knowledge. These reports will be used to inform AARO’s congressionally directed Historical Record Report…
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733667-001-015-0020

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document appears to be a transcript of radio communications involving United Airlines Flight 69 and Japan Air Flight 1628, discussing the position of the aircraft and unidentified traffic in the vicinity.
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ufo9

Fbi Memo Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document discusses a reported sighting of a flying saucer in California in 1949. The witness described a large, silver, metallic object with windows and a transparent appearance, suggesting the possibility of life inside. The report raises questions about extraterrestrial interest in Earth, particularly in relation to atomic bomb testing.
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733667-001-018-0001

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a personnel statement from Carl E. Henley, an Air Traffic Control Specialist at the Anchorage ARTCC, detailing an incident involving aircraft JL1628 on November 18, 1986. The report describes the communication between the aircraft and air traffic control regarding unidentified traffic in the vicinity.
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ufo7

Police Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a police report detailing multiple sightings of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) in Portland, Oregon, in September 1967. Officers observed a bright, metallic object in the sky, described as elliptical and traveling at high speeds. Witnesses included police officers and civilians, and the report notes the credibility of the witnesses.
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733667-001-018-0005

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a personnel statement from Joseph Rollins, an Air Traffic Control Specialist at the FAA, detailing the incident involving Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 18, 1986, where the flight reported unidentified traffic north of Fairbanks, Alaska.
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Safe Airspace for Americans Act

Congressional Testimony Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The Safe Airspace for Americans Act mandates the FAA to establish procedures for reporting incidents related to unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP), ensuring safety and reducing stigma for reporting such encounters.
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733667-001-018-0007

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a personnel statement from Manfred F. Keller, an Automations Specialist at the FAA, regarding an incident involving aircraft JL1628 near Fairbanks, Alaska, on November 18, 1986. Keller reports that he analyzed radar data but found no indications of other traffic in the area.
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733667-001-018-0009

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a personnel statement from an Air Traffic Control Specialist at the FAA regarding an incident involving aircraft JL1628 on November 18, 1986. The report details the communication between the aircraft and air traffic control, including the sighting of an unidentified object with white and yellow strobes.