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Atmospheric Wakes

Military Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 85% Original ↗
The document discusses the assessment of three UAP cases by the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), concluding that the observed phenomena were likely sensor artifacts rather than anomalous propulsion or atmospheric wakes.
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733667-001-004-0001

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 70% Original ↗
This document is an inspection and surveillance record related to a B-747 cargo aircraft. It details observations made during a flight, including interactions with another aircraft and altitude specifics.
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SASC Transcript 2023

Congressional Testimony Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The SASC Transcript from April 19, 2023, details a Senate hearing focused on the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) and its mission to address unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP). Dr. Sean Kirkpatrick, the director of AARO, provided insights into the office's activities, challenges, and the need for improved data collection and interagency coordi…
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733667-001-008-0001

Other 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 aimed to gather firsthand witness testimony and clarify previous accounts of the incident.
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Physical Constraints Paper

Scientific Study Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The Physical Constraints Paper discusses the physical limitations and characteristics of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) based on known physics. It explores how UAP interactions with the atmosphere could produce observable signatures, such as optical fireballs and ionization trails, and examines the implications for detecting and interpreting UAP data.
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733667-001-008-0010

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document appears to be a transcript of a conversation between pilots discussing their observations of an unidentified object during flight. The pilots describe the object's behavior, noting its ability to maintain a fixed position relative to their aircraft and its smooth movements.
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SASC Brief 2023

Congressional Testimony Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The SASC Brief 2023 provides an overview of UAP reporting trends from 1996 to 2023, highlighting characteristics, performance, and unresolved cases observed by the U.S. Department of Defense's All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO).
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733667-001-008-0013

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
…to be a transcript of a conversation regarding observations of unidentified aerial phenomena, focusing on the characteristics of lights and visibility during a flight over Alaska.
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AARO Brief ATB

Military Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The AARO Brief outlines the mission and responsibilities of the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) within the U.S. Department of Defense, focusing on the identification and resolution of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) that pose potential threats to national security.
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733667-001-008-0015

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The document discusses a conversation regarding the observation of a UAP by pilots, focusing on the lack of turbulence experienced despite the proximity to a large object, which suggests advanced aerodynamic capabilities.
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Sky View Final Draft

Scientific Study Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document presents an analysis of publicly reported UAP sightings in relation to environmental factors, exploring spatial patterns and potential explanations for these sightings. It discusses the evolution of UAP research, the establishment of the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), and the methodologies used to analyze UAP data from the Nationa…
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733667-001-008-0018

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
…ding a sighting of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) near Talkeetna, Alaska. The dialogue includes descriptions of multiple lights and a discussion about the flight path and observations made during the encounter.
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[09/26/1997 - 02/27/1999] — Page 2023

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
ARMS Email System Page l of 1 RECORD TYPE: PRESIDENTIAL (ALL-IN-1 MAIL) CREATOR: Jonathan Orszag ( ORSZAG_J) (OPD) CREATION DATE/TIME:26-SEP-1997 14:04:22.16 SUBJECT: UFO NEARLY HIT 747 NEAR PHILADELPHIA, SWISSAIR SAYS TO: FAX (917034138622,Mary Matalin) READ:NOT READ TEXT: Date: 09/26/97 Time: 13:18 ( TLXAlMAIL_\F:917034138622\C:Mary Matalin\ BUFO nearly hi…
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733667-001-009-0001

Police Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a record of an interview conducted with JAL First Officer Takanori Tamefuji regarding his sighting of an unidentified flying object on November 17, 1986. The interview took place on January 5, 1987, in Anchorage, Alaska, and aimed to gather firsthand witness testimony.
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[07/10/1997 - 12/11/1999] — Page 2023

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
ARMS Email System Page 1 of 1 (NOTES MAIL) RECORD TYPE: FEDERAL CREATOR: sloanj@anser.org ( sloanj@anser.org [ UNKNOWN ] ) CREATION DATE/TIME:10-JUL-1997 10:13:55.00 Mars Air Force Denies UFO Crash SUBJECT: AIR FORCE DENIES STORIES OF UFO CRASH TO: Jason Y. Kim ( CN=Jason Y. Kim/OU=OSTP/O=EOP [ OSTP ] ) READ:UNKNOWN Web users, you can read a random joke from…
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733667-001-009-0004

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 65% Original ↗
…ment appears to be a transcript of a conversation involving two individuals, Beckner and Tamefuji, discussing their observations of two small aircraft during a flight. The dialogue is fragmented and includes unintelligible portions, indicating a possible communication or reporting scenario.
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[01/08/1997 - 09/11/1997] — Page 2023

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
DATE RESTRICTION SUBJECT/T1TLE P3/b(3) 03/06/97 001. cable 03/19/97Pl/b(l) [Impact of social and economic factors on foreign relations] (4 pages) 002. cable 09/11/97 P3/b(3) 003. cable Presidential Records Act - [44 U.S.C. 2204(a)] FOLDER TITLE: [01/08/1997-09/11/1997 2006-0474-F ehl 13 DOCUMENT NO. AND TYPE b(l) National security classified information |(bX…
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733667-001-010-0002

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
A pilot reported observing multiple unidentified lights during a flight, describing their appearance and behavior in relation to the aircraft.
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017 Atmospheric Wakes

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
UNCLASSIFIED All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office US Department of Defense Case: .. Atmospheric Wakes" Case Resolution I 8 May 2023 (U) Key Findings (U) AARO assesses that the UAP reported in these three cases almost certainly were not exhibiting anomalous propulsion or atmospheric wakes, rather the observed effect was the result of a sensor artifact in all …
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733667-001-011-0016

Other 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 was part of an investigation by the FAA to gather first-hand witness testimony.