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Matching “National Aeronautics and Space Administration” across titles, summaries, and full OCR text.

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733667-001-022

Radar Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
…ed an unidentified flying object (UFO) during its flight over Alaska on November 17, 1986. The analysis focuses on the phenomenon of uncorrelated radar signals and the normalcy of the radar returns observed during the incident.
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733667-001-012

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details the communications and actions taken by Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 18, 1986, regarding an unidentified traffic sighting. The radar data from Anchorage Center did not confirm the presence of the reported traffic, and no further information was received from civil or military sources.
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20060474F 001 005 2023

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a FOIA request addressed to President Bill Clinton, seeking access to all paper documents, photographs, and motion picture footage related to Anomalous Aerial Objects (UFOs) and Extraterrestrial Intelligence. The request emphasizes the importance of transparency in government, especially following the Cold War.
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733667-001-005-0001

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
…d by the FAA with the crew of Japan Airlines Flight 1628 regarding their sighting of unidentified air traffic on November 17, 1986. The captain reported visual and radar observations of an unidentified object with distinct lights and movements.
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733667-02-001-0007

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The FAA is forwarding radar tapes and records regarding a UFO sighting reported by Japan Air Lines pilot Kenji Terauchi, who claimed that three lights followed his Boeing 747 cargo jet over Alaska for 55 minutes. Despite radar detection, military officials dismissed the sightings as clutter.
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733667-002-006-0089

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The document is a promotional listing of various UFO-related materials and resources available for purchase, including books, videotapes, and other merchandise. It highlights notable UFO sightings and research, particularly the 1986 Japan Air Lines incident, and provides contact information for ordering these materials.
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733667-001-005-0003

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
…served by the crew of JAL flight 1628 on November 17, 1987, as they approached Anchorage, Alaska. The crew reported seeing strange lights that changed position and were confirmed on radar by air traffic control.
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733667-001-011-0087

Military Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
…ic observed by the crew of Japan Airlines flight 1628 while approaching Anchorage on November 17. The crew reported seeing strange lights that changed position and were confirmed on radar by air traffic control.
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Scanned: Case Number 095031CU — Page 2023

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
FOIA Number: 2006-0474-F FOI MARKER Clinton Presidential Records Collection/Record Group: Records Management - SUBJECT FILE Subgroup/Office of Origin: Series/Staff Member: Subseries: 14073 OA/ID Number: 095031CU Scan ID: Document Number: Position: Row: Section: Shelf: Stack: 3 857 11 S This is not a textual record. This is used as an administrative marker by…
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733667-001-011-0093

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
…ew conducted with the crew of Japan Airlines Flight 1628 regarding their sighting of unidentified air traffic on November 17, 1986. The captain reported visual and radar observations of an object with distinct lights and movements, which maintained proximity to the aircraft for an extended period.
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733667-001-003-0005

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This memorandum discusses communication issues within the FAA regarding the handling of UFO-related incident information, specifically related to JAL 1626 and JAL 1025. It highlights the challenges faced by FAA staff in managing requests for information and the internal dynamics between different FAA divisions.
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733667-001-031-0030

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
…ils the chronological summary of alleged aircraft sightings by Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 18, 1986, including interactions with air traffic control and military radar.
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733667-02-001-0027

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
…ed two cylindrical objects with bright lights that maneuvered in formation with his aircraft, leading to radar confirmations from Anchorage air traffic control and the U.S. Air Force.
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733667-001-003-0023

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The FAA states it lacks the resources and mandate to scientifically investigate UFO sightings, specifically referencing Japan Airlines flight 1628. They have completed their investigation and will not pursue it further.
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733667-001-003-0038

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a letter from Paul Steucke of the FAA to Dr. Richard F. Haines regarding the JAL 1628 flight incident and related radar data. It discusses the availability of radar tapes and data, and invites Dr. Haines to visit the Anchorage Air Route Traffic Control Center.
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733667-001-024-0006

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
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.
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733667-02-001-0017

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
…ighting reported by Japan Airlines Flight 1628, where the pilot observed three lights in the sky over Alaska. The investigation was prompted by public interest and includes re-interviews with the pilot and analysis of radar data.
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733667-02-001-0048

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
… Circle. The Air Force confirmed radar detection of an object near the plane, although FAA controllers did not see it. The crew described the lights as unusual and not typical of aircraft markings.
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733667-001-003-0006

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
…cument discusses the unauthorized release of investigative information regarding the JAL 1625 UFO incident by the FAA, highlighting concerns about agency trust and the handling of sensitive information.
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733667-001-003-0032

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
…white paper summarizing the Japan Air Lines (JAL) UFO incident that occurred on November 17, 1986. It discusses the initial media coverage, FAA investigations, and analysis of radar data related to the incident.