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paperclipcia

Cia Document Confidential Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document appears to be a classified communication from the Department of the Army regarding the Paperclip project, which involved the recruitment of German scientists after World War II. It discusses the logistics of returning specialists and their families to Germany, the prioritization of military needs, and the coordination between various military b…
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9506127 — Page 2023

Foia Release Unclassified Released Jun 15, 2026 Credibility 70% Original ↗
Case Number: 2006-0474-F FOI MARKER Document ID: 9506127 Row: 44 Shelf: 10 Position: 3 Section: 5 Stack: v This is not a textual record. This is used as an administrative marker by the Clinton Presidential Library Staff. Original OA/ID Number: 599 SUBJECT/TITLEDATERESTRICTION n.d. P6/b(6) 001a. list Summary of Letters and Documents [partial] (1 page) 05/08/9…
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733667-001-003-0004

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The document discusses the misidentification of celestial objects by experienced pilots, specifically referencing a case involving a senior airline captain who mistook Jupiter for a UFO. It highlights the potential for even seasoned professionals to be misled by bright planets or other prosaic objects, supported by the analysis of Dr. J. Allen Hynek and the …
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733667-002-008-0004

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A request for information regarding the investigation of the November 17, 1986 JAL cargo jet UFO sighting was sent to the FAA Anchorage office by Kevin Reardon.
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40027753-001-0035

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details the termination of Project Blue Book, the U.S. Air Force's investigation into UFOs, which concluded in December 1969. It summarizes the findings of the project, stating that no UFOs posed a threat to national security, and that there was no evidence of extraterrestrial vehicles or advanced technology beyond current scientific understand…
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733667-001-002-0002

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details an incident involving Japan Airlines Flight 1628, which reported an unidentified object while en route from Keflavik, Iceland to Anchorage, Alaska on November 17, 1986. The object was detected on the aircraft's weather radar and was tracked by air traffic control.
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733667-001-003-0023

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
… 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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733667-001-011-0002

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document contains selected materials related to the FAA investigation of Japan Air Lines flight 1628, which reported an unidentified aerial phenomenon on November 17, 1986. It includes transcripts of interviews with the flight crew, statements from air traffic controllers, and explanations regarding uncorrelated radar signals.
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733667-001-024-0006

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
…tes 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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733667-001-029-0001

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
Captain Terauchi of Japan Airlines Flight #628 reported sightings of unusual lights while flying over Alaska on January 11, 1987. The lights appeared at different positions relative to the aircraft and were later attributed to village lights obscured by atmospheric conditions.
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23857122-0457-180273-0004

Military Report Secret Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a secret report detailing the investigation of approximately 375 incidents related to unidentified aerial phenomena, specifically focusing on 'green fireballs' observed near Albuquerque, New Mexico. The report indicates that many incidents remain unexplored and emphasizes the need for further investigation by scientific agencies.
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333335820

Foia Release Unknown Released — Credibility 1% Original ↗
Ar FORM 112 IPPROVED 1 JUNE 13 REPORT NO. OAR no ; it} : ery Investigation of Allecea "Flying Saucers FROM — DATE OF INFORMATION ] EVALUATION 9 - 21 April 1959 Pe5 a * Delton snitn ae number, ae previous cine etc., as applicable) ‘i ter, 1 January sudject: "Reporting of Tnformation on Unconventional Aircraft" SUMMARY: (Enter concise summary of report. Give s…
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333336409

Foia Release Unknown Released — Credibility 1% Original ↗
…ld", one of.ths two (2) newspapers in Corway, 8. ¢., and the only one which carried the story, stated that he had investigated the story, and that from his own investigations had found nothine which would disprove Boothts story. Mrs Baulier’s written statement is inelosed with this renort. Mr. Ws. Horace Carter, General Manager of the “Field” and four (1) ot…
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733667-001-001

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
…garding 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.
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733667-02-001-0043

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
…light over Alaska. The incident involved unusual lights and a large object that the captain believed to be of extraterrestrial origin. Despite FAA and military investigations labeling the radar evidence as artifacts, the case has revived public interest in UFOs.
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733667-002-008

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document contains various requests for information regarding the UFO sighting by Japan Air Lines pilot Kenjyu Terauchi on November 17, 1986. The FAA offered a mail-order package with detailed information about the incident, including tapes, drawings, and radar data.
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40027753-001-0016

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
…cument 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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40027753-001-0039

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The document discusses the termination of Project Blue Book, the U.S. Air Force's program for investigating UFOs, which concluded in 1969 after evaluating numerous sightings and studies.
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733667-001-001-0003

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
…on about an unidentified traffic sighting by Japan Airlines flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. It includes details on how to obtain the materials related to the investigation.