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This document details an 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.

This document outlines a plan of action for the organized release of information regarding the UFO sighting by Japan Airlines flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. It highlights the need for careful management of public and media interest, the lack of centralized data, and the absence of conclusive findings.

The FAA is investigating 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.

… is a response from the National Archives to Dr. Robert J. Lloyd regarding his inquiry about the sighting of unidentified air traffic by Japan Air Lines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. It includes information on how to access related materials.

On November 17, 1986, Japan Air Lines pilot Kenju Terauchi reported a close encounter with a UFO while flying over Alaska. The incident involved 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.

… public affairs plan for the organized release of information regarding the sighting of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) by the crew of Japan Airlines flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. It details the objectives, planning, execution, and results of the campaign aimed at addressing public and media interest while maintaining agency integrity.

This document details a personal statement by Capt. Kenju Terauchi regarding the sighting of unidentified air traffic during JAL Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986, approximately 75 miles north of Talkeetna, Alaska.

This document contains communication transcripts related to Japan Air Flight 1628, including interactions with air traffic control regarding the flight's landing and visibility of nearby traffic.

This document details a personal account of an unidentified aerial phenomenon encountered by Captain Kenju Terauchi during Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986, near Talkeetna, Alaska.

This document contains a transcript of communications related to Japan Air Flight 1628, including instructions to flash landing lights and confirmation of the aircraft's landing at Anchorage International Airport.

This document appears to be a simulation report related to a flight tracking exercise involving Japan Air 1628, dated November 18, 1986. It includes specific details about the data entered into a display system for plotting the flight's trajectory.

This document appears to be a radar report related to an incident involving JAL #1628 in Alaska on November 17th. The details are sparse and the text is partially illegible.

This document contains regenerated radar data related to the sighting of Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986, over Alaska.

This document contains re-generated radar data from an incident involving Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986, over Alaska. The data is likely related to UAP sightings reported by the flight crew.

This document contains re-generated radar data related to the sighting of Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986, over Alaska. It includes a photograph taken by P. Steucke that illustrates the radar data points.

This document pertains to a press conference held by the FAA on March 5, 1987, regarding the sighting of a UFO by Japan Airlines flight 1628 near Anchorage, Alaska.

This document pertains to a press conference held by the FAA regarding the JAL #1628 UFO incident that occurred on March 5, 1987, in Anchorage, Alaska. It discusses the details surrounding the sighting and the FAA's response.

This document pertains to a press conference held by the FAA regarding the JAL #1628 UFO incident on March 5, 1987, in Anchorage, Alaska. It provides insights into the FAA's response and public communication regarding the sighting.

This document pertains to a press conference held by the FAA on March 5, 1987, regarding the sighting of a UFO by Japan Airlines Flight 1628 over Anchorage, Alaska.

This document pertains to a press conference held by the FAA regarding the JAL #1628 UFO incident that occurred on March 5, 1987, in Anchorage, Alaska. It likely contains details about the incident and the FAA's response.