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733667-001-014-0007

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document contains a transcript of communications involving Japan Air Flight 1628 and United Airlines Flight 69, discussing an unidentified flying object (UFO) observed during their flight. The transcript indicates that the Japan Air pilot could not see the UFO despite being instructed to maintain a certain altitude and direction.
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733667-001-024-0004

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details two incidents of unidentified air traffic sightings reported by flight crews of Alaska Airlines and Japan Airlines in January 1987. Both sightings involved unusual radar targets that could not be visually confirmed by the pilots.
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733667-001-031-0031

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details an incident involving Japan Airlines flight JL1628, which reported seeing unidentified traffic while en route from Reykjavik to Tokyo. The FAA and military were alerted, but subsequent radar data failed to confirm any other aircraft in the vicinity.
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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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733667-001-025

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a route slip from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding a UFO sighting reported by Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. The flight crew observed lighted objects in close proximity during their flight, which continued for over 350 miles. The FAA coordinated with military authorities and conducted interviews with the …
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733667-002-009

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document contains multiple requests for information regarding a UFO sighting reported by a Japanese airline pilot in November 1986. Various individuals and organizations are seeking documentation, photographs, and other materials related to the incident, as mentioned in a broadcast by Paul Harvey.
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237UAP00481

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
On February 21, 2023, pilots of Delta Flight 1156 reported observing multiple lights in a triangular formation while flying near Brownlee, Idaho. The lights exhibited high-speed movement and occasionally formed a line, with one light becoming particularly bright before disappearing.
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237UAP00482

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
On February 21, 2023, pilots of United Airlines Flight 1325 reported observing multiple lights in a triangular formation while flying near Brownlee Reservoir, Idaho. The lights exhibited high-speed movement and varied brightness, with one light disappearing after becoming particularly bright.
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333336491

Foia Release Unknown Released — Credibility 1% Original ↗
…IFICATION) af’ RESHRICPEO PPROVES 1 JUNE 158 . y eal COUNTRY : REPORT NO, (LEAVE BLANK) 7 | a“ __Uniitea States _ TR-53 W v At @ of ¥en AGH) AIR INTELLIGENCE INFORMATION REPORT any Unidentified Flying Object Report (Short Title: FLYOBRPT) AREA REPORTED ON FROM (Agency) Di rector of Intelligence, Hq 28th Cambria, California Air Div (Def), Hamilton AFB, Calif.…
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ufo8

Other Unknown Released — Credibility 20% Original ↗
The document appears to be a fragmented and corrupted report related to unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) sightings and investigations, primarily from the 1950s. It includes references to radar detections, military communications, and possible sightings of flying saucers, but the text is largely unintelligible due to formatting issues.
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ufo11

Police Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document contains a detailed account of a UFO sighting reported by a resident of Haven, New York, who observed a golden-orange glowing object in the sky. The object was described as being very high, possibly between 10,000 to 20,000 feet, and was seen moving steadily for approximately twenty seconds before disappearing behind trees. The witness compared…
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ufo1

Fbi Memo Unclassified Released — Credibility 70% Original ↗
This document appears to be a collection of fragmented and disorganized notes regarding various reports of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) or flying discs, primarily from the late 1940s. The text includes references to sightings, investigations, and public reactions to these phenomena, as well as mentions of military and governmental responses.
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40027753-001-0025

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document is a report template for individuals observing a fireball or meteor, requesting detailed information to aid in the scientific study of meteors.
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A bill to require the release to the public of all documents, reports, and other records relating to unidentified anomalous phenomena, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Congressional Testimony Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document outlines a bill introduced in the U.S. Congress aimed at requiring the public release of all documents, reports, and records related to unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP). The bill is intended to enhance transparency and accountability regarding government knowledge and investigations into UAP.
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23857122-1652-564183-0005

Foia Release Unknown Released — Credibility 1% Original ↗
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733667-001-001-0006

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document contains various materials related to the investigation of JAL Flight 1628, including radar data, voice transcriptions, photographs, and interviews with the flight crew and air traffic control.
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733667-001-001-0007

Foia Release Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document contains a collection of reports and transcripts related to the unidentified traffic sighting by Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986. It includes interviews with crew members, air traffic control communications, and radar tracking data.
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733667-001-003-0025

Other Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
Philip J. Klass, a technical journalist, discusses his investigation into a UFO sighting, suggesting that Jupiter was initially misidentified as a UFO during a flight. He expresses interest in giving a lecture to FAA controllers to clarify common misconceptions about UFOs.
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733667-001-007-0003

Pilot Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details the personal account of Captain Kenju Terauchi regarding an unidentified aerial phenomenon observed during Japan Airlines Flight 1628 on November 17, 1986, while flying over Alaska.
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733667-001-011-0007

Radar Report Unclassified Released — Credibility 90% Original ↗
This document details communications between Japan Air Flight 1628 and air traffic control regarding an unidentified primary target following the flight. The conversation indicates that military radar has detected an intermittent target trailing the aircraft, leading to discussions about potential military intervention.