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UAP D013 WA UFO Investigation 1952 1960

Fbi Memo Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document details various sightings and investigations of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) in Washington State between 1952 and 1960, primarily reported to the FBI. It includes eyewitness accounts of large metallic objects, descriptions of their movements, and the responses from local authorities and military personnel.
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20060527F 001 003 2023

Military Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document is a DOD news briefing transcript from November 22, 1994, discussing various military operations and responses, including Secretary Perry's visit to Haiti and the situation in Bosnia. It includes questions from the press regarding military actions, troop morale, and the handling of specific incidents involving NATO and UN forces.
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Eglin

Military Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The Eglin UAP case involved a military pilot's report of a potential unidentified aerial phenomenon near Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, on January 26, 2023. The object was assessed to likely be a lighter-than-air balloon, with no confirmed anomalous behavior observed.
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[07/11/1997] — Page 2023

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
… 1 of2 RECORD TYPE: FEDERAL (TRP NOTES MAIL) CREATOR: psll2 ( psll2@umail.umd.edu@INET@LNGTWY [ UNKNOWN ) ) CREATION DATE/TIME:11-JUL-1997 16:48:00.00 SUBJECT: AIR FORCE DENIES STORIES OF UFO CRASH TO: Philip C. Droege ( Philip C. Droege@eop [ UNKNOWN READ:UNKNOWN TEXT: ---begin forwarded text Date: Fri, 11 Jul 1997 09:58:28 -0400 (EDT) AIR FORCE DENIES STOR…
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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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733667-001-008

Police Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a record of an interview conducted with JAL Captain Kenju Terauchi regarding his sighting of an unidentified flying object (UFO) on November 17, 1986. The interview, conducted by Inspector Richard O. Gordon and interpreter Frank Fujii, details the captain's experiences and observations of the UFO, including descriptions of its appearance, be…
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733667-02-001-0019

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document discusses an incident involving a Japanese Air Lines cargo plane that reported being followed by an unidentified flying object (UFO) while flying over Alaska. Air traffic controllers tracked an image on radar that appeared to follow the aircraft, leading to an FAA investigation.
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733667-001-011-0049

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details a personal account of an unidentified aerial phenomenon encountered by Captain Kenju Terauchi during Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986, near Talkeetna, Alaska.
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733667-001-006-0011

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 15% Original ↗
The document appears to be a fragmented and unclear communication related to Japan Airlines, possibly involving flight operations or maintenance. The text contains numerous typographical errors and lacks coherent context, making it difficult to ascertain specific details.
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733667-001-007-0008

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
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.
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733667-001-011-0044

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details a personal account from Captain Kenju Terauchi regarding an unidentified aerial phenomenon observed during Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. The captain describes visual sightings and radar detection of a large, round object that was not visible on ground radar.
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733667-001-011-0088

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document details a meeting between FAA agents and personnel regarding an incident involving American Airlines and Japan Airlines on November 18. It includes a statement from Agent Mickle and visual aids provided by the JAL Captain.
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733667-001-022-0011

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This document is a memorandum from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration discussing the radar targets associated with Japan Airlines flight 1628, which experienced unusual radar phenomena on November 17, 1986. It addresses the interpretation of 'split images' on radar and includes an analysis by Dennis Simantel.
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733667-02-001-0034

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The FAA released findings regarding a UFO sighting by a Japanese Airlines crew on November 17, which included first-person testimonies and radar data, but ultimately concluded that there was no confirmed UFO sighting.
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733667-001-003-0003

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The document discusses a UFO sighting by the crew of Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986, which was corroborated by radar data. The crew reported seeing strange lights, which were later analyzed and attributed to various factors, including the planet Jupiter and atmospheric conditions.
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40027753-001-0016

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The document outlines the objectives and phases of Project Blue Book, which investigates UFO sightings reported to the Air Force. It describes the process of initial investigation, analysis, and dissemination of information regarding UFOs.
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40027753-001-0036

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document discusses the status of UFO investigations by the Air Force post-Project Blue Book, indicating that there is no current interest or funding for such investigations. It also mentions the involvement of private organizations and universities in studying UFO phenomena and refutes claims regarding extraterrestrial remains at Wright-Patterson Air Fo…
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40027753-001-0040

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document discusses the closure of Project Blue Book and the Air Force's stance on UFO investigations, indicating that there is no current interest or funding for such investigations. It also mentions the involvement of private organizations and universities in studying UFO phenomena and refutes claims regarding extraterrestrial remains at Wright-Patters…
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733667-001-024-0007

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
On January 29, 1987, the crew of Alaska Airlines flight #53 reported an unidentified object on their weather radar while flying at 35,000 feet. Despite checking with air traffic control and the USAF, no other aircraft were identified in the vicinity.
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733667-001-030-0007

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
On January 29, 1987, the crew of Alaska Airlines flight #53 reported an unidentified target on their weather radar while flying at 35,000 feet. Despite checking with air traffic control and the USAF, no other aircraft were identified in the area.