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733667-002-006-0033

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 30% Original ↗
The document appears to be a fragmented and poorly scanned text related to unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) from the early 1960s, possibly discussing sightings and investigations. The text is largely unintelligible due to scanning errors and encoding issues.
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733667-001-020-0014

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
The document discusses a significant UFO sighting involving Japan Airlines Flight 1628, where the pilot reported being tailed by an unidentified object. Despite the FAA's attempts to downplay the incident, the pilot and other witnesses remained convinced of the encounter's authenticity, leading to ongoing public interest and concern about the implications fo…
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733667-002-007-0004

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A letter from Matthew A. Bentley to the FAA requesting information about recent UFO sightings, particularly a large UFO sighted by an airliner crew.
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733667-002-007-0032

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 50% Original ↗
This document appears to be a fragmented communication regarding a sighting of an unidentified flying object (UFO) and the availability of information related to it. The text is unclear and contains several typographical errors.
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733667-001-022

Radar Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
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.
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733667-002-007-0055

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A request for information regarding a UFO sighting by a Japanese Airlines pilot, sent to the FAA by a concerned citizen.
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733667-002-007-0086

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 15% Original ↗
The document appears to be a fragmented and unclear text, possibly related to an unidentified aerial phenomenon or incident. The content is largely illegible and lacks coherent information.
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733667-001-023

Military Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
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.
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733667-002-008-0025

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 50% Original ↗
A letter addressed to Mr. & Mrs. A. Pravednekow from an unidentified sender, expressing interest in aviation and requesting information related to it.
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733667-002-008-0143

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
A request for information regarding a UFO sighting reported by JAL pilot Capt. Kenjyu Terauchi, dated February 28, 1987.
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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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733667-002-009-0061

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 15% Original ↗
The document appears to be a fragmented and unclear text, possibly containing references to unidentified aerial phenomena or related topics. The text lacks coherence and context, making it difficult to extract meaningful information.
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733667-002-009-0123

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 15% Original ↗
This document appears to be a standard memorandum form with incomplete information regarding a call or visit from an unidentified organization. The details are minimal and do not provide substantial information about UAP/UFO matters.
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733667-001-031-0014

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
On November 17, 1986, a JAL B747 cargo flight reported an encounter with an unidentified object displaying unusual strobe lights while flying over the North Pole. The incident was corroborated by radar data from both civilian and military sources, but no further information about the object was determined.
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733667-002-009-0143

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 50% Original ↗
This document appears to be a fragmented communication related to unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) and their occurrences, mentioning various factors and locations.
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733667-002-010-0016

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 40% Original ↗
The document appears to be a fragmented communication regarding unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) or UFOs, with references to video footage and the need for further investigation.
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733667-001-031-0037

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A Japan Air Lines pilot, Capt. Kenjyu Terauchi, reported seeing unidentified lights in the sky while flying over Alaska. The lights did not appear on military or FAA radar, and the incident is under investigation.
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733667-002-010-0092

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 50% Original ↗
The document appears to be a fragmented communication related to unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and possibly discusses sightings and correspondence regarding these phenomena.
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733667-002-010-0093

Other Unknown Released — Credibility 15% Original ↗
The document appears to be a fragmented communication possibly related to an investigation or report involving unidentified phenomena, but the text is largely illegible and lacks coherent context.
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733667-02-001-0010

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
A Japan Air Lines pilot, Capt. Kenjyu Terauchi, reported seeing unidentified lights in the sky while flying over Alaska. The lights did not appear on military or FAA radar, and there were notable differences from a previous sighting by the same pilot. Speculation arose that the lights could be a weather phenomenon known as 'bounce light effect.'