Evidence Explorer

This document is a correspondence from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding the inquiry about the Japan Airlines Flight 1628 sighting of unidentified air traffic on November 17, 1986. It provides information on how to order the investigation materials related to the sighting.

…your answer to Question 22. a. Certain c. Not very sure b. Fairly certain d. Uncertain 23, How did the object or objects disappear from view? In order that you can give as clear a picture as possible of what you saw, we would like for you to imagine that you could construct the object that you saw. Of what type material would you make it? How large would it …

… 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.

… Jr | Mrs. Frances K, Long REFERENCES (Control number, directive, previous report, etc., as applicable) SUMMARY: (2inter concise summary of report. Give significance in final one-sentence paragraph. List inclosures at lower left. Begin tert of report on AF Form 112—Part I I.) On 23 June 1953, an investigation was made of a reported flying object. The source,…

… 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.

…ious report, etc., as applicable) Msg GC 308E, Hq 3310th Tech Tng We, Scott AFB, Illinois, 19 May 1953 _ SUMMARY: (Enter concise summary of report. Give significance in final one-sentence paragraph. List inclosures at lower left. Begin text of report on AF Form 112—Part IL) A single unidentified, unconventional flying object was sighted and observed by Denni…

… of still images, focusing on the creation of master files and the technical parameters necessary for effective digitization. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining the quality and integrity of original materials while providing a foundation for future digitization practices.

…ous report, etc., as applicable) Msg GC _308E, Hq 3310th Tech Tng Wg, Scott AFB, Illinois, 19 May 1954 _ SUMMARY: (enter concise summary of report. Give significance in final one-sentence paragraph. List inclosures at lower left. Begin text of report on AF Form 112—Part IL) A single unidentified, unconventional flying object was sighted and observed by Denni…

This document outlines technical guidelines for digitizing cultural heritage materials, focusing on the creation of raster image master files. It discusses color modes, digitization environments, and best practices for ensuring accurate tone and color reproduction.

…ERENCES (Control number, directive, previous report, etc., as applicable) AFL 200-5, dated 20 April 1952 SUMMARY: (Enter concise summary of report. Give significance in final-one-sentence paragraph. List inclosures at lower left. Begin tert of report on AF Form 112—FPart II.) a. Shape: Round. : b. Size: 4 to 6 feet in diameter. ce. Color: Whitish-yellow (Shi…

…s document appears to be a technical report or data log related to unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) with various numerical readings and parameters. The text includes time stamps, coordinates, and measurements that suggest tracking or monitoring of aerial objects.

…mber, directive, previous report, etc., as applicable) In compliance with AFL 200+5, dated 29 April 1952 SUMMARY: (Enter concise summary of report. Give significance in final one-sentence paragraph. List incloswres at lower left. Begin text of report on AF Form 112—Part IT.) On 27 July 1953, I interviewed Mr. George lL, Weingarten and Mr, Robert R, Seneker, …

This document appears to be a technical report containing numerical data and system readings, possibly related to radar or tracking systems. The text is fragmented and lacks coherent context, making it difficult to ascertain specific details about UAP/UFO sightings.

…l number, directive, previous report, etc., as Metis 2 In compliance with AFL 200-5, dated 29 April 1952 SUMMARY: (Enter concise summary of report. Give significance in final one-sentence paragraph. List inclosures at lower left. Begin tert of report on AF Form 118—Part IT.) $$$ On 27 July 1953, I interviewed Mr, George lL, Weingarten and Mr, Robert R, Senek…

… radar sightings and reports related to a Japanese Airlines flight (JAL 1628) that encountered unusual lights while flying over Alaska. The FAA's investigation into the incident revealed conflicting accounts among air traffic controllers and raised questions about the nature of the sightings, leading to public interest and media coverage.

The document discusses inquiries into UFO sightings, particularly focusing on the work of Richard Haines, a scientist at NASA, who investigates pilot sightings. Haines has documented numerous unexplained cases, including a notable sighting by Captain Terauchi. The document also mentions skepticism from Philip Klass, who proposes that the sightings could be e…

… leading him to believe they were extraterrestrial in origin. Despite some speculation that the lights were reflections from ice crystals, Terauchi remains convinced of their otherworldly nature.

The FAA reported an incident involving a Japan Air Lines 747 cargo plane that encountered strange flashing lights while flying over northern Alaska. The FAA could not explain the lights, and military authorities were unresponsive. The lights reportedly followed the aircraft for about 50 miles.

This document discusses an incident involving Japan Air Lines Flight 1628, where the pilot reported seeing three unusual lights while flying over Alaska. The FAA is investigating the sighting, which included a large unidentified flying object (UFO) detected on the pilot's weather radar.

…g a UFO sighting 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.