Papers d'OVNIS

Magazine Overview

Title: Papers d'OVNIS
Issue: Número 5
Date: Maig 1994 (May 1994)
Publisher: Butlletí del Centre d'Estudis Interplanetaris (CEI)
Language: Catalan (with Spanish content)

This issue of Papers d'OVNIS, the bulletin of the Centre d'Estudis Interplanetaris (CEI), delves into several key topics within ufology, including a detailed case study, an interview with a high-ranking military official, and an ongoing research project.

Editorial: Los OVNIS y el 'avión invisible' de EEUU

Joan Crexell's editorial discusses the apparent contradiction between the existence of stealth aircraft (like the US F-117) that are undetectable by radar and the numerous historical cases of UFOs being detected by radar. Crexell suggests that if advanced technology can create 'invisible' aircraft, then UFOs detected by radar might be intentionally making themselves known. He posits that the visible characteristics of some UFOs (windows, stairs, landing gear) and their nocturnal appearances with lights could be attempts to draw human attention. He argues that understanding the 'invisible' aspect of UFOs, alongside their radar detectability, opens new horizons for comprehending the UFO phenomenon and suggests that UFOs might be trying to communicate something more profound, urging a reinvestigation of cases with seemingly 'magical' characteristics.

Cover Story: Un haz de luz en la zona de Valldemossa en 1989

The cover story details a UAP sighting that occurred on October 15, 1989, near Valldemossa, Mallorca. Four young witnesses, returning from a night out, observed a luminous object described initially as a yellow, ice-cream-cone-shaped light. As they drove closer, the triangular base appeared to shrink, and the light became circular. The object was seen over Pla des Pouet, at a low altitude. It then performed rapid zig-zag movements up and down before moving swiftly to the west, causing the witnesses to lose sight of it due to the winding road. The investigator, Matías Morey Ripoll, notes that the witnesses were somewhat impaired at the time. He analyzes the changing appearance of the object, suggesting it could be due to the angle of observation or, more likely, that the object was spherical and projected a beam of light. The article includes diagrams (FIG. 3 and FIG. 4) illustrating the witness's interpretation of the object's appearance and behavior.

Interview: Comandante en Jefe del MOA, Teniente General Chamorro

This section features an interview with Lieutenant General Alfredo Chamorro Chapinal, the first Commander-in-Chief of the Mando Operativo Aéreo (MOA) of the Spanish Air Force. The interview, originally published in 'Revista de Aeronáutica y Astronáutica,' discusses the MOA's role in fostering cooperation between allied and Spanish operational commands. General Chamorro explains that the MOA was created to bridge the gap between traditional Spanish military structures and the new demands of international cooperation. He also touches upon the declassification of OVNI documents, stating that the MOA was tasked with analyzing and, where appropriate, declassifying unidentified aerial phenomenon files. The process involves reviewing old cases, gathering new information, and determining if any threats to Spain's air defense security existed. If no threat is found, the files are proposed for declassification and made available to the public.

Col·laboracions (Collaborations)

This section announces that Papers d'OVNIS is open to contributions from CEI members and anyone interested in studying the UFO phenomenon. It also notes that the CEI does not necessarily share the opinions expressed in the publication.

El «Congreso» de Balaguer en el Parlament

This article reports on a 'Congress of Ufology and Parapsychology' held in Balaguer, which led to a question in the Catalan Parliament. ERC deputy Miquel Pueyo questioned the Conseller de Bienestar Social, Antoni Comas, about the department's collaboration with the congress, given its conclusions, which included topics like alien abduction, 'Martian' infiltration, and human-extraterrestrial basketball games. The Conseller clarified that the department's involvement was limited to providing posters and programs for the event, a decision made by the local Welfare Office, and that the Generalitat did not financially sponsor the congress or endorse its conclusions. The ERC deputy expressed concern about the rigor of the congress and potential future repercussions on departmental personnel.

Un proyecto de investigación: La casuística OVNI en Canarias

This article outlines a research project focused on UAP phenomena in the Canary Islands, led by Ricardo Campo Pérez. The project aims to compile and analyze all available OVNI information related to the islands, building upon contributions from V. J. Ballester Olmos and the CEI archives. The research methodology involves filtering, explaining, and categorizing cases, with a particular interest in those involving military or security forces. The article highlights significant periods of UAP activity in the Canaries, including missile launches from submarines in the 1970s and the 1968-1969 and 1974-1975 waves. It also notes the scarcity of close encounters and occupant cases in the region and encourages other investigators to collaborate. Contact information for Ricardo Campo is provided.

Más Allá habló del CEI y de Papers

This brief note mentions that the publication 'Más Allá' published an article in its 62nd issue (April 1994) clarifying the status of the CEI, refuting claims of its 'agonizing state' and highlighting its renewed activities, including the publication of 'Papers d'OVNIS.' The article quotes CEI President Pere Redon, who states that these new activities aim to counteract negative campaigns against the CEI.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the analysis of specific UAP cases with a focus on witness testimony and scientific investigation, the role of military and governmental bodies in UAP phenomena (including declassification efforts), and the ongoing documentation and research of UAP activity in specific regions like the Canary Islands. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry, encouraging rigorous investigation, and promoting the dissemination of information within the ufological community, while also acknowledging the need for critical analysis and rational explanations where possible. The CEI positions itself as a serious research organization aiming to counter negative perceptions and contribute to the field of ufology.