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…yzed the radar data and explained the phenomenon of uncorrelated targets, emphasizing that this occurrence coincided with a pilot's sighting of an unidentified object.

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.

This document contains a conversation between crew members discussing their sighting of an unidentified object approximately seven to eight miles away, with references to radar contact and visual confirmation by the entire crew.

The document appears to be a transcript of a conversation between pilots discussing their observations of an unidentified object during a flight. The pilots describe the object's behavior and their attempts to photograph it.

This document details the personal account of Capt. Kenju Terauchi regarding an encounter with unidentified lights during a flight on November 17, 1986. The lights exhibited unusual movement, prompting the captain to attempt to photograph them, but technical issues with the camera prevented him from capturing the event.

This document details a personal account from Captain Kenju Terauchi regarding the sighting of an unidentified flying object (UFO) while piloting Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. The account describes interactions with a United Airlines flight and air traffic control regarding the UFO's presence.

This document details a personal account from Captain Kenju Terauchi regarding the sighting of an unidentified flying object (UFO) during Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. The account describes the interaction between the flight and a United Airlines aircraft, as well as the presence of a UFO that followed them before disappearing.

…ocument appears to be a transcript of an interview regarding a UFO sighting involving a Captain and a witness. The witness describes their inability to see the object clearly due to obstructions and mentions that the object was significantly different from what they had seen before.

The document appears to be a transcript of a conversation regarding radar observations of an unidentified object, with references to the experience of the speaker in identifying aircraft on radar.

… aerial phenomenon (UAP) observed during a flight. The dialogue includes questions about the autopilot status and the timing of when the crew first spotted the object.

The document appears to be a transcription of a conversation regarding observations of lights and objects in the sky, possibly related to UAP sightings. The dialogue includes descriptions of changing light intensities and references to a newspaper article in Anchorage that depicts a similar pattern.

This document appears to be a report or statement regarding an unidentified flying object (UFO) sighting, emphasizing the distinctiveness of the lights observed compared to town lights. The witness expresses uncertainty about the shape of the objects and maintains their initial stance on the sighting.

… 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.

This document is an alert report from the Director of the FAA Alaskan Region regarding an unidentified object sighting by Japan Air Lines flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. It includes records of telephone conversations with military officials and a table of contents for the related files.

This document discusses a UFO sighting involving a pilot and the FAA's investigation into the incident. The pilot reported seeing an object that moved in ways inconsistent with known celestial bodies, leading to a debate over the nature of the sighting. The FAA's analysis of radar data was inconclusive, and the document highlights the complexities of interpr…

…ent involving Japan Airlines Flight 1628, which encountered an unidentified aerial phenomenon while flying over Alaska. The flight crew reported seeing a large object with multiple lights and erratic movement, which was tracked by air traffic control.

This document provides a detailed analysis of the radar data associated with Japan Airlines flight 1628, which reported 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.

… from an Air Traffic Control Specialist regarding an incident involving Japan Airlines Flight 628 on January 11, 1987, where the pilot reported an unidentified object in proximity to the aircraft.

This document discusses the radar data analysis related to Japan Airlines flight 1628, which reported an unidentified flying object (UFO) on November 17, 1986. The FAA's review of radar data indicated the presence of 'uncorrelated primary and beacon targets,' which are not uncommon and can occur due to timing discrepancies in radar systems.

…encounter experienced by the flight crew of Japan Airlines Flight 1628 (JAL #1628) while flying over Alaska. The crew reported observing an unidentified flying object (UFO) that was large, exhibited erratic movement, and displayed multiple lights.