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733667-001-011-0040

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details a personal account from Captain Kenju Terauchi regarding an unidentified aerial phenomenon observed during JAL Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. The crew reported seeing lights that did not correspond to any known aircraft in the area, raising concerns about the nature of the sighting.
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733667-001-011-0043

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details a personal account by Captain Kenju Terauchi regarding an encounter with unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) during JAL Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. The captain describes the sudden appearance of multiple unidentified ships that moved in formation alongside the aircraft, causing communication disruptions with air traffic control.
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733667-001-029

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
On January 11, 1987, Japan Airlines Flight 628 reported seeing unusual lights while flying over Alaska. The lights appeared at various positions relative to the aircraft and were initially thought to be a UFO. Air traffic controllers confirmed no other traffic in the area, and the phenomenon was later attributed to village lights obscured by atmospheric cond…
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733667-002-006-0004

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document discusses a UFO sighting reported by a Japan Air Lines pilot, Kenjyu Terauchi, who claimed to have seen a UFO while flying over Alaska. The FAA is offering a comprehensive package of information related to the incident for public interest.
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733667-001-007-0011

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details the account of Captain Kenju Terauchi regarding an unidentified object that followed Japan Airlines Flight 1628 during its flight on November 17, 1986. The crew reported the object maintaining formation with their aircraft and expressed concern about its intentions.
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733667-001-008-0002

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This document contains a transcript of a conversation regarding UFO sightings by a cargo flight crew member near Formosa (Taiwan) and mainland China. The witness describes seeing a large 'mothership' and bright lights in the sky.
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733667-001-008-0003

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document appears to be a transcript of an interview or discussion involving crew members who witnessed an unidentified aerial phenomenon (UAP). The witnesses describe seeing a light that they initially thought was a navigation light, which they observed visually before confirming with air traffic control. The light exhibited amber and whitish colors and…
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733667-001-008-0012

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This document appears to be a transcript of a conversation regarding the observation of unidentified aerial phenomena, specifically discussing the size and characteristics of small ships and lights associated with a mothership.
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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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733667-001-008-0017

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The document appears to be a transcript of a conversation regarding unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) and the advanced technology associated with them. The speaker expresses interest in gathering information about sightings and comparing them to previous reports.
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733667-001-011-0018

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document appears to be a transcript of an interview or discussion regarding a UAP sighting by a crew member. The witness describes seeing a light that initially appeared as a navigation light, later identifying it as an amber and whitish light resembling exhaust from jets.
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733667-001-011-0020

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The document appears to be a transcript of a conversation discussing observations of unidentified aerial phenomena, including descriptions of a 'mothership' and smaller objects, their movements, and potential technological similarities.
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733667-001-011-0029

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The document contains a conversation regarding observations made during a flight, specifically mentioning the position of the moon and potential unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) that may have been present during the flight. The speaker discusses the implications of altitude and air turbulence related to the presence of these phenomena.
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733667-001-011-0030

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The document contains a conversation between individuals discussing the observation of an unidentified flying object (UFO) described as a 'mothership.' The discussion highlights the lack of turbulence experienced despite the proximity to the object, suggesting its aerodynamic properties. The individuals speculate on the object's positioning to avoid detectio…
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733667-001-011-0032

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The document appears to be a transcript of a conversation regarding advanced technology related to unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP). The speaker discusses the high technology involved, the need for further investigation, and the collection of information from various sightings.
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733667-02-001-0041

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The document discusses a recent UFO sighting reported by a Japan Air Lines pilot, which has garnered significant public interest. The FAA is offering a comprehensive package of information about the incident for a fee, including interviews, drawings, and radar data.
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733667-02-001-0045

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The FAA is responding to significant public interest in a UFO sighting reported by a Japan Airlines pilot in November 1986. The agency is offering a comprehensive package of information about the incident for a fee, including tapes, drawings, and radar data.
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733667-001-009

Pilot 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 (UFO) on November 17, 1986. The interview was conducted by Inspector Peter E. Beckner and an interpreter in Anchorage, Alaska. Tamefuji described seeing multiple lights that he initially thought were from an air…
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733667-02-001-0026

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
…nt is a magazine issue from People Weekly dated January 26, 1987, featuring various articles, including a notable account of a UFO encounter by veteran airline pilot Kenju Terauchi.
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733667-02-001-0046

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
The document discusses the FAA's response to public interest in a UFO sighting reported by a Japan Air Lines pilot, including the sale of detailed information packages about the incident.