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237UAP00365

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A Skywatch Incident Report detailing an encounter with an unidentified aerial phenomenon (UAP) involving a general aviation aircraft at high altitude.
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237UAP00369

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A Skywatch incident report detailing the observation of an unidentified aerial phenomenon (UAP) by a general aviation aircraft, which turned out to be a manned jet pack.
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237UAP00507

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This document details a report from Berry Aviation regarding an unidentified aerial phenomenon observed during a flight near Texarkana, Arkansas, on April 19, 2023. The phenomenon consisted of two glowing and pulsing orbs that quickly disappeared, with no evasive action taken by the aircraft.
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237UAP00581

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
…, 2023, a civilian reported a cylindrical-shaped UFO at a low level in Rio Grande, NJ. The FAA was notified, and it was confirmed that there were no impacts to aviation.
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733667-001-001-0002

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is an order form from the FAA for records related to the JAL Flight 1628 unidentified traffic sighting that occurred on November 17, 1986. It outlines the process for requesting records and associated fees.
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733667-001-003-0013

Fbi Memo Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This memorandum from the FAA discusses the ongoing investigation into the JAL flight #1628 UFO incident and addresses concerns regarding the release of investigation materials to the public, particularly in light of comments made by Phillip J. Klass.
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733667-001-003-0014

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This document is a memorandum from the US Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration regarding the release of incident information related to the JAL1628 case. It outlines the distribution of air traffic investigation materials and the protocols followed for information release.
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733667-001-003-0016

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This memorandum from the US Department of Transportation discusses the ongoing investigation into the JAL flight #1628 UFO incident and addresses concerns regarding the release of investigation materials to the public.
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733667-001-003-0017

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This document is a memorandum from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding the release of information related to the investigation of Japan Airlines Flight #1628, which encountered an unidentified aerial phenomenon on November 17, 1986. The memo indicates that no information has been released to anyone except for the Public Affairs Office.
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733667-001-003-0023

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The FAA states 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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733667-001-003-0026

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A letter from the FAA Public Affairs Officer, Paul Steucke, to Philip J. Klass regarding the JAL flight 1626 UFO sighting in Alaska. The letter discusses the sharing of radar data and the FAA's commitment to transparency about the incident.
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733667-001-004-0003

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This document is an inspection and surveillance record related to aviation operations, detailing work activities, units, hours, and findings from inspections conducted by an aviation authority.
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733667-001-011-0001

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This document is a memorandum from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration regarding the sighting of unidentified air traffic by the crew of Japan Airlines flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. It is intended for distribution among regional facility managers and staff officers.
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733667-001-011-0013

Military Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a memorandum from the Federal Aviation Administration discussing radar targets associated with JAL flight 1628 and the phenomenon of 'split images' observed during the flight.
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733667-001-011-0015

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The FAA acknowledges its lack of resources and mandate to scientifically investigate UFO sightings, specifically referencing Japan Airlines flight 1628.
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733667-001-011-0079

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a personnel statement from Carl E. Henley, an Air Traffic Control Specialist at the Anchorage ARTCC, regarding the radar observations of Japan Airlines Flight 1628 during an incident on November 18, 1986.
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733667-001-011-0080

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a personnel statement from Carl E. Henley, an Air Traffic Control Specialist at the Anchorage ARTCC, detailing an incident involving aircraft JL1628 on November 18, 1986. The report describes the interaction between the aircraft and air traffic control regarding unidentified traffic in the vicinity.
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733667-001-011-0081

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a personnel statement from John L. Aarnink, an Air Traffic Control Specialist at the FAA, detailing his observations during the Japan Airlines Flight 1628 incident on November 18, 1986, near Fairbanks, Alaska.
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733667-001-011-0082

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a personnel statement from Samuel J. Rich, an Air Traffic Control Specialist at the Anchorage ARTCC, detailing an incident involving aircraft JL 1628 on November 18, 1986. The pilot reported seeing an unidentified large aircraft with yellow and white lights, which was confirmed by radar but had no known military traffic in the area.
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733667-001-011-0083

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a personnel statement from Joseph Rollins, an Air Traffic Control Specialist at the Anchorage ARTCC, detailing the incident involving Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 18, 1986. The report describes the communication between the flight crew and air traffic control regarding unidentified traffic.