UFO Nyt - No 2 2000

Magazine Overview

Title: ufo nyt
Issue: Nr. 2
Volume: 2/00
Date: April 2000
Publisher: Skandinavisk UFO Information (SUFOI)
Country: Denmark
Language: Danish

Articles and Content

Editorial: "Rigtig god timing..."

The editorial by Kim Møller Hansen highlights the recent surge in interesting celestial phenomena, such as fireballs, satellite under-passes, and auroras, which have captured public attention. This timely context sets the stage for the magazine's latest publication, "Når du ser et stjerneskud" (When You See a Shooting Star), a guide to identifying celestial phenomena that are often mistaken for UFOs. The booklet, supported by lottery funds, aims to educate the public about common misinterpretations of lights and objects in the sky. It is being distributed to UFO-Nyt subscribers, public libraries, planetariums, and observatories.

"Ufoer på NASA film?"

This article critically examines the video "The Secret NASA Transmissions: The Smoking Gun," which claims to reveal evidence of extraterrestrial life from secret NASA transmissions. The video features footage from space shuttle missions and the Russian space station MIR, showcasing unusual light phenomena. The article notes that while the footage itself is verifiable and available from NASA, the interpretation of these phenomena as alien life forms is highly debated. It quotes Danish Mars researcher Jens Martin Knudsen, who, while not dismissing the possibility, emphasizes the need for extraordinary proof for such extraordinary claims. The article also touches upon the work of Canadian TV producer Martyn Stubbs, who has collected thousands of hours of space footage and identified what he believes to be at least two types of alien life forms.

"Ikke hemmelige optagelser"

This section debunks the notion that the NASA footage used in "The Secret NASA Transmissions" is secret. It points out that NASA often discloses the frequencies and methods for receiving transmissions, making them accessible to anyone interested. The article suggests that while the footage might be intriguing, the claim of "secret NASA recordings" lacks a basis.

"Interview med Martyn Stubbs"

This interview provides Martyn Stubbs' perspective on his extensive collection of space footage. He discusses observations from various space missions, including STS-48, STS-61 (Hubble repair), and STS-75, as well as footage from the Russian space station MIR. Stubbs highlights light phenomena that he believes indicate alien life, describing them as luminous points and streaks of light that appear and disappear rapidly. The article notes that while the footage is compelling, it may not be convincing to skeptics.

"Jens Martin Knudsen: 'Søg sandheden, men pas på...'"

This section features comments from Jens Martin Knudsen, a renowned Danish Mars researcher. He expresses skepticism about extraordinary claims but acknowledges that he cannot outright dismiss them without thorough investigation. He states that if the claims in the video are true, it would be the greatest discovery in human history.

"Ufoer på NASA film?" (Continued)

This part of the article continues the discussion on the NASA film, detailing specific observations from Gemini and Apollo missions. It mentions astronaut reports of "fireflies" (ice particles) and a cylindrical object filmed by James McDivitt. The article also addresses the "snowman UFO" photo taken by Buzz Aldrin, explaining it as likely being paint flakes or ice crystals reflecting sunlight. It reiterates that while many reports exist, they often lack convincing evidence.

"Astronauters rapporter om ufoer"

This section outlines NASA's official stance on UFO phenomena reported by astronauts. NASA acknowledges that astronauts have reported phenomena that could not be immediately explained, but in each case, they have concluded that the observations were not "anomalous" within the context of space. Examples include John Glenn's "fireflies" (later identified as ice particles) and James McDivitt's photos of a cylindrical object, which are suggested to be reflections in the spacecraft windows.

"Kuglelyn, eller...?"

This article recounts a personal experience of the author, Knud Møller Hansen, who witnessed a luminous, spherical object in 1948 near Horsens, Denmark. He describes it as "kornmods-kuglelyn" (corn-like ball lightning) due to its appearance and the context of harvest season. The object exhibited erratic movement and then accelerated away rapidly. He also recounts a similar incident where a luminous fireball entered his house through a shattered window. The author, with his background as a pilot and engineer, emphasizes the strangeness and unexplainable nature of these events.

"Da Arizona så lyset"

This article details the "Phoenix Lights" incident that occurred on March 13, 1997, over Arizona. Thousands of witnesses observed a massive, silent, triangular object with multiple lights. The military suggested flares as an explanation, but the sheer number of witnesses and the object's characteristics led to widespread debate. The article notes that the event gained significant media attention, including a front-page story in USA Today. It lists key aspects of the sightings, such as the object's immense size, its triangular shape with various light configurations, and its rapid, possibly supersonic, movement.

"Oberg om videoen"

This section includes comments from James Oberg, a researcher with close ties to NASA, regarding the "The Secret NASA Transmissions" video. Oberg has engaged in discussions with the video's producers, emphasizing that extraordinary claims require extraordinary proof. He suggests that while some footage may appear strange, it doesn't automatically equate to alien spacecraft.

"Se videoen - og døm selv"

This concluding section promotes the purchase of "The Secret NASA Transmissions" video through SUFOI, providing ordering details.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently adopts a critical yet open-minded approach to UFO phenomena. It prioritizes factual reporting, scientific investigation, and the debunking of misinterpretations, while not entirely dismissing the possibility of genuine unexplained events. The editorial stance encourages critical thinking and the pursuit of truth, as exemplified by the recurring theme of "extraordinary claims require extraordinary proof." The magazine aims to provide serious information to the public and students, fostering a better understanding of UFO research.

Title: Observationer
Issue: UFO-NYT 2/00
Date: November 21, 1999 (cover date for some articles, specific dates vary within)
Publisher: SUFOI (Danish UFO organization)
Language: Danish

This issue of "Observationer" from UFO-NYT delves into various UFO phenomena and related scientific topics, featuring detailed reports on sightings, investigations, and scientific discoveries.

UFO Sightings and Investigations

Phoenix Lights Incident (March 1997)

The issue revisits the widely reported "Phoenix Lights" incident from March 13, 1997. The event involved numerous sightings of a large object over Arizona, reported by civilians, including a family driving near Casa Grande and a person claiming to be from Luke Air Force Base. The object was described as flying directly over a commercial aircraft and changing course towards South Mountain and then Tucson. Reports indicated that F-15 jets were scrambled from Luke AFB, and one pilot reported radar interference ('white noise') and the object's lights fading. However, officials from Luke AFB initially denied any knowledge of the event, a claim contradicted by phone records. Some suggested the lights were military flares from a USAF A-10 flyover, a theory later supported by the Maryland National Guard admitting to dropping flares. Peter Davenport of the National UFO Reporting Center is quoted, stating the Phoenix lights remain a mystery, though not all agree. The article also mentions a later incident in January 1998 with similar lights over Phoenix, analyzed by Bruce S. Maccabee, who concluded they were flares.

Triangular Craft Sightings (Illinois, January 2000)

New interest was sparked by new observations of "flying triangles" in Illinois on January 5, 2000. One report from Highland, Illinois, describes a large, silent object with red lights on its underside, observed by a minigolf course owner. Another account from Lebanon, Illinois, details a police officer observing a large, cigar-shaped object with bright lights, likened to the 'Millennium Falcon'. A Shiloh, Illinois, police officer also reported seeing an arrow-shaped craft with white lights. These sightings are presented with detailed descriptions of the objects' shapes, sizes, and behaviors.

Texas Airliner Encounter (October 1999)

Peter Davenport revealed that on October 26, 1999, the crews of two commercial aircraft reported seeing an unusual, large, triangular aircraft at an altitude of 13 kilometers. These pilots, one a former F-16 pilot and the other an A-10 Warthog pilot, stated they had nothing to hide. The incident was reportedly bizarre enough that control tower personnel started a tape recorder, and Davenport obtained a copy through a FOIA request.

Danish "Fireball" Sighting (December 1999)

Thousands of Danes reportedly witnessed a spectacular light phenomenon on the evening of December 20, 1999, around 8:14 PM. A Danish aircraft crew flying over Hannover, Germany, observed an orange/red spot significantly higher than their altitude, resembling a burning aircraft with sparks, but lacking navigation lights. Air traffic control could not detect it on radar. The crew inquired if it could be a satellite burning up in the atmosphere. Amateur astronomer Holger Andersen documented a similar sighting in Vildbjerg, Denmark, where a light phenomenon was observed moving from the north. The object was described as silent, with a susurrating sound, and followed by a smaller light. The article notes that German amateur astronomers did not have meteor cameras set up in the relevant region, and the phenomenon is speculated to be space debris burning up in the atmosphere, given its calculated speed.

UFO Hoaxes and Controversies

KGB's Secret UFO Archive Hoax

The issue debunks a documentary aired on Swedish TV4 titled "KGB's Secret UFO Archive," which claimed to show footage of a crashed object and an alien autopsy from November 1968 near Sverdlovsk, Russia. Russian informant Veniamin G. Vereschagin was cited. However, investigations by Russian UFO Association chairman Boris Sjurinov and journalists from the newspaper "Trud" revealed the footage to be a hoax. They identified inconsistencies in the documents and found that the 'autopsy' was staged at a medical institute using students and actors, with the 'crashed object' made of foam plastic. The filmmakers were identified as American.

Scientific Discoveries

Danish Findings Confirm Asteroid Impact

An article discusses scientific findings related to the asteroid impact that occurred approximately 65 million years ago, which is believed to have caused the extinction of dinosaurs. Researchers from NASA and the University of Hawaii have found helium encapsulated in microscopic carbon-based molecular structures called fullerene ('buckyballs') in various locations on Earth, including Stevns Klint in Denmark. This helium is distinct from terrestrial helium and is thought to be extraterrestrial, originating from the asteroid. The discovery of this 'cosmic helium' in the K/T layer (which separates the Cretaceous and Tertiary periods) provides a tool for scientists to better understand geological changes, the evolution of planetary atmospheres, and potentially the origin of life.

SUFOI Activities and Publications

SUFOI Representative Meeting

The issue reports on the SUFOI representative meeting held in Copenhagen in late March. Key discussions included the future of the organization's report-gathering work. SUFOI has trained many report-takers and aims to continue training when resources allow. The focus will be on registering all observations in the SUFOI archive, with the most interesting cases being investigated further. Toke Haunstrup, a significant figure in SUFOI's research and development, stepped down from the board after nine active years and was made an honorary member. Egon Olsen took over the responsibility for SUFOI's information service and registration of reports. The article also highlights two members, Henrik Klinge Pedersen and Torben Birkeholm, celebrating 25 years of membership.

"UFO'ernes verden" Publication

SUFOI has compiled its "UFO-klassiker" article series from 1981-1986 into a four-volume publication titled "UFO'ernes verden - Klassiske beretninger Jorden rundt" (The World of UFOs - Classic Accounts from Around the World). This collection, totaling 212 pages, includes a register and aims to provide accurate information on famous UFO observations with relevant sources.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of UFO-NYT demonstrates a commitment to investigating UFO phenomena with a critical yet open mind. It presents eyewitness accounts, investigative reports, and scientific perspectives. The magazine actively debunks hoaxes, such as the KGB UFO archive, while also highlighting credible scientific research, like the asteroid impact evidence. The editorial stance appears to favor thorough investigation, the use of scientific methods, and the dissemination of information to the public, while acknowledging the complexities and mysteries that remain in the field of ufology. The organization SUFOI plays a central role in collecting, investigating, and archiving UFO-related reports in Denmark.

Title: Notitser
Issue: 2/00
Volume: 21
Date: January 2000
Publisher: SUFOI
Country: Denmark
Language: Danish

This issue of Notitser, a Danish publication from SUFOI, features several short articles and news items related to UFOs and unexplained phenomena.

Kort fortalt (Briefly)

Hat sætter aliens på plads (Hat puts aliens in their place)

This section introduces an invention by Michael Menkin from Bellevue, Washington. Menkin claims to have created a special hat, made from leather and anti-static material used for protecting electronic circuit boards, that can prevent alien abductions. He refers to these hats as "mind shields" and asserts they are 100% effective. For complete protection, the hat must be worn 24 hours a day, even during sleep. The source cited is CNI News.

Fra luftskibe til Heavens Gate (From airships to Heavens Gate)

This article reviews the book "UFOs & Alien Contact. Two Centuries of Mystery" by Robert E. Bartholomew and George S. Howard. Bartholomew is a former CNN journalist and now a sociologist at James Cook University in Australia, while Howard is a psychology professor. The book is written in English and aims to provide a nuanced perspective on the UFO phenomenon. It covers famous UFO waves, including:

• The airship wave of 1896-97
• Canada's ghost balloons of 1896-97
• The airship hysteria in New Zealand in 1909
• The New England airship fraud case of 1909-10
• The UFO panic in Great Britain in 1912-13
• Scandinavia's ghost rockets in 1946

The authors delve into why people report extraordinary aerial events and how these narratives are shaped by time, place, and media. The book includes extensive notes and a 100-page chronological list of 200 cases involving alleged communication between humans and aliens. The book is 408 pages long and illustrated. It is available for purchase for DKK 270.00 plus DKK 17.00 for shipping, totaling DKK 287.00, ordered via giro 9 11 77 25, SUFOI, Postboks 6, 2820 Gentofte, with order number B-036.

Lad dig ikke narre af Iridium (Don't be fooled by Iridium)

This article discusses the bankruptcy of Iridium LLC, a company that launched 66 satellites for a global mobile phone network. Due to financial difficulties, the company has been ordered to cease operations, and its satellites will burn up in the atmosphere. This process, which could take up to two years, may begin in the spring. Motorola Corp., a major investor and operator, states that the satellites will create an impressive light show as they re-enter the atmosphere, comparable to a large meteor trail. The article warns that many people might mistake these burning satellites for UFOs, noting that a few years prior, people paid around DKK 76 million for pieces of "burning space junk."

Hvis liv kom fra rummet, må det være meget robust (If life came from space, it must be very robust)

This piece explores the theory of Panspermia, which suggests that life's origins, or 'seeds,' arrived on Earth from space via comets, meteors, and asteroids over 3.5 billion years ago. The theory posits that life on Earth arose from these seeds, and some believe life has arrived repeatedly, explaining the diversity of species. For Panspermia to be valid, life must be incredibly hardy, capable of withstanding extreme heat, cold, dehydration, and radiation. The article highlights the discovery of "extremophiles" on Earth as strong evidence supporting this. Examples include brine shrimp eggs surviving total dehydration, certain roundworms tolerating 98% dehydration, and microbes like Pyrococcus surviving extreme heat (113°C), Crypotendolithotrophs surviving extreme cold (-15°C) in Antarctica, bacteria found alive deep within rock, and organisms thriving in highly acidic or alkaline environments. The bacterium Deinococcus radiodurans is noted for its extreme radiation resistance and its ability to repair damaged DNA rapidly. Bacillus subtilis has also survived six years in outer space.

ESA har planer med store luftskibe (ESA has plans for large airships)

The European Space Agency (ESA) announced plans on March 17th to deploy giant helium airships at an altitude of approximately 20 km for telecommunications and other purposes. Collaborating with DaimlerChrysler Aerospace, Lindstrand Balloons Ltd., and Delft University of Technology, ESA is assessing these High-Altitude Long-Endurance (HALE) vehicles. The HALE airship is described as an aerodynamic "cigar" shape, about 220 meters long and 55 meters in diameter. Powered by solar cells and electric motors, they can remain stationary for extended periods, independent of weather. ESA believes these airships will be effective for environmental monitoring and disaster response, as well as astronomical and meteorological data collection. The article warns that these large airships, visible to the naked eye at 20 km altitude, could easily be mistaken for cigar-shaped UFOs, especially when observed through binoculars. ESA is evaluating the business potential of the HALE project and seeking interest from other companies and institutions.

Meteorit rammer Australien (Meteorite hits Australia)

On December 8, 1999, residents of Guyra, a small town in New South Wales, Australia, reported an object crashing into a dam. The water supply was temporarily cut off due to contamination fears, and divers searched the lake for debris. No harmful substances were found, but the origin of the object remained a mystery. Space agencies confirmed no satellites were lost, and meteorologists reported clear skies, though seismographs at the Australian Geological Survey registered a tremor. The object entered the water at a 45-degree angle, skipped across the surface, and created a 15m x 8m indentation in the mud and reeds before hitting the dam and creating a 12m tunnel. A witness reported seeing a bluish object with "white lanterns" split into four pieces. Initial explanations included debris from the Mars Polar-Lander mission, aircraft waste, or a UFO. Researchers from Phenomena Research Australia investigated the site but found no unusual radiation. The article notes that locals are accustomed to strange events, citing UFO sightings and "yowie" (Australian Bigfoot) activity. It also mentions recent crashes of two RAAF F-11 aircraft used for bombing practice and a poltergeist phenomenon in the early 1920s. On December 10th, divers located and identified the object as a meteorite, roughly the size of a golf ball, with fragments found in the dam's sides. The fragments had a density three times that of rock material. The source is Fortean Times.

Super læsertilbud! (Super reader offer!)

This section advertises back issues of UFO-Nyt magazine, which began publication in 1958. While most early issues are sold out, the publication offers issues from 1981, 1982, 1984, 1989, and all issues from the 1990s. A complete set of 14 available years can be purchased for DKK 1,238.50 (normal price DKK 2,477.00), plus shipping. Ordering details are provided.

Spar 30% på UFO-Vision (Save 30% on UFO-Vision)

This section promotes UFO-Vision, SUFOI's special magazine focusing on UFOlogical theories, historical mysteries, and reviews of UFO-related books, films, and media. It notes that UFO-Vision began in 1987 and is now sold out, but back issues are still available. Six specific issues are listed with prices, and a bundle of all six can be purchased for DKK 368.20 (normal price DKK 526.00), plus shipping. Ordering details are provided.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO sightings, alien contact, and the scientific or speculative explanations for these phenomena. There's a focus on historical cases and the potential for misidentification of conventional objects (like satellites or airships) as UFOs. The publication also touches upon the resilience of life and its potential origins in space, linking it to the possibility of extraterrestrial life. The editorial stance appears to be one of presenting information, both anecdotal and scientific, related to the UFO field, while also offering critical perspectives and debunking potential misinterpretations. The inclusion of book and magazine offers suggests a commitment to providing readers with extensive resources on the subject.