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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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733667-001-020-0010

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details an encounter involving Japan Airlines Flight 1628, which reported being followed by an unidentified object while flying over Alaska. The crew observed two lights and later described a large, globular craft that seemed to track their flight path. The FAA and military radar confirmed the presence of an object near the flight, leading to c…
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733667-001-020-0011

Military Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details the events surrounding a UFO sighting by the crew of Japan Airlines Flight 1628 while flying over Alaska. The crew reported seeing strange lights that appeared to follow their aircraft, leading to an investigation by FAA officials. The incident sparked significant media interest and raised questions about the FAA's handling of UFO repor…
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733667-02-001-0004

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
An article from the Fairbanks Daily News Miner discusses the perception of flying saucers, suggesting they are friendly and curious rather than harmful. It recounts anecdotes of UFO sightings, including a Japanese pilot's encounter and humorous tales of extraterrestrials interacting with humans.
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733667-02-001-0019

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document discusses an incident involving a Japanese Air Lines cargo plane that reported being followed by an unidentified flying object (UFO) while flying over Alaska. Air traffic controllers tracked an image on radar that appeared to follow the aircraft, leading to an FAA investigation.
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733667-02-001-0028

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document discusses the UFO sighting experienced by Captain Terauchi and his crew during a flight, detailing their observations, the FAA's investigation, and the lack of corroborating evidence.
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733667-02-001-0037

News Article Unclassified Released — Credibility 75% Original ↗
The document discusses the cultural impact of UFO abduction narratives, focusing on the works of authors Whitley Strieber and Budd Hopkins, who explore personal accounts of alien encounters and abductions. It highlights the skepticism surrounding these claims while acknowledging a growing interest in the phenomenon.
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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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733667-002-002-0009

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document discusses a UFO sighting involving a Japanese Air Lines cargo plane on November 17, 1986, where the pilot reported being followed by an unidentified object. Air traffic controllers tracked a radar image that coincided with the pilot's report. The document also includes differing opinions on the sighting, suggesting it could be a natural phenome…
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733667-002-006-0087

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The document is a catalog of various publications related to UFOs and extraterrestrial phenomena, including books, newsletters, and monographs. It lists authors, prices, and ordering information for each publication, indicating a focus on the cultural and investigative aspects of UFOs.
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733667-002-010

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document contains a series of requests for information regarding a UFO sighting involving a Japan Airlines flight in 1986. Various individuals are inquiring about literature, reports, and recordings related to the incident, as mentioned in a news broadcast by Paul Harvey.
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237UAP00392

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
On April 26, 2021, a Cessna C56X reported a white UFO circling at FL450 near Washington, DC. The FAA was notified, but no evasive action was taken.
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237UAP00405

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details a preliminary report from FAA operations regarding a possible UFO sighting by American Airlines flight 2561 over Little Rock, Arkansas.
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237UAP00471

Military Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details a reported sighting of an unidentified aerial phenomenon (UAP) by a USAF aircraft, HAMMR31, while en route over Burlington, VT.
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237UAP00508

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document details a report of unidentified aerial phenomenon (UAP) observed by a pilot in a Cirrus SR22 aircraft near Fort Stockton, TX, on April 22, 2023.
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237UAP00524

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details a report of unidentified aerial phenomenon (UAP) observed by a Southwest Airlines flight near Palm Springs, CA, on July 21, 2023.
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237UAP00574

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 80% Original ↗
This document details a report of a large unidentified aerial phenomenon observed by a Cessna aircraft near Tampa, Florida, on November 19, 2023.
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237UAP00626

Military Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
A report detailing a UFO sighting by a C130 aircraft near Laramie, WY, on May 11, 2024, involving an unidentified orb.
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237UAP00633

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
On July 14, 2024, Delta flight 1480 reported a UAP sighting while flying at FL360 near Pocatello, ID. The sighting occurred without the need for evasive action.
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237UAP00635

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details a report from Envoy flight 3680 regarding unidentified aerial phenomena observed while flying at high altitude near Thibodaux, Louisiana.