Amskaya - No 104 - 2015 07

Magazine Overview

AMSKAYA, the newsletter of the STAR Fellowship, issue number 104, dated July 2015, delves into various UFO and extraterrestrial-related topics. The cover features the title 'AMSKAYA' above a graphic depicting a UFO hovering over a landscape with a road in the foreground, a cloud, and a starburst symbol, with the subtitle 'Newsletter of the STAR Fellowship'.

Fossil-Like Objects Photographed on Mars

This article by Jon Austin reports on images captured by the Mars Curiosity rover that allegedly show bone-like objects and prehistoric tools. The Daily Express website published this on July 20th, questioning if these findings are proof of 'life on Mars'. The article notes that the rover is charting Mars with close-up images, some of which are released publicly. It mentions the YouTube channel 'Martian Archaeology' which collates videos from researchers looking for traces of past occupation. The phenomenon of pareidolia is discussed as a potential explanation for seeing familiar objects in Martian landscapes. US UFO hunter Scott C Waring is quoted as believing the fossilized remains of a creature were found.

Colonel Halt Woodbridge Briefing

Authored by Lionel Beer, this section details a briefing by Colonel Charles Halt (USAF retired) on Saturday, July 11th, 2015, held in Woodbridge. The event was organized by John Hanson, publisher of the 'Haunted Skies' series. Over 100 people attended, many well-versed in the Rendlesham events of 1980. Colonel Halt spoke about his time at RAF Woodbridge and the events of Christmas 1980, describing lights seen in the forest manifesting in various colours. He also addressed perceived factual errors in Larry Warren's accounts of the Rendlesham affair, implying exaggeration and absence from certain events. The talk was filmed.

Rendlesham Forest UFO sighting 'new evidence' claim

This sub-section reports on new evidence backing claims of a UFO landing near a US airbase in Suffolk. Colonel Charles Halt told the BBC he saw unidentified objects at Rendlesham Forest in December 1980 and now has statements from radar operators at RAF Bentwaters and Wattisham airfield that an unknown object was tracked. He claims the Ministry of Defence no longer deals with UFO reports. Radar operators reportedly saw the object move at high speed, stop, and enter the forest. John Hanson believes Col Halt is a reliable witness and that there has been an 'effort to hide the truth', undermining explanations that the phenomena were due to misinterpreting the Orfordness lighthouse.

Pluto Mystery: Four huge identical 'holes' found on dwarf planet

This article discusses a YouTube video by Tyler Glockner of Secureteam, which highlights four dark circular areas on Pluto, each approximately 300 miles across, found in NASA's New Horizons images. Glockner questions if Pluto is truly a planet and suggests these anomalies, described as 'perfect holes', are mysterious and potentially artificial.

Calvine photograph covered up

Former MoD UFO investigator Nick Pope claims that photographs of the 'Calvine UFO', taken in August 1990 in the Scottish Highlands, were not released to the National Archives. Two hikers reportedly took six colour photographs of a hovering aircraft, with military jets also seen. Pope and Channel 5 reconstructed the image. He states that Defence Intelligence staff concluded the photographs were real and depicted a solid craft of unknown origin. Pope claims the image was initially displayed prominently but later disappeared, suggesting an 'internal cover-up' and that the MoD stated the picture was 'gone'.

Clearest footage of a UFO?

Two UFO spotters, claiming to have recorded a sighting, posted images of a small dome-like Unidentified Flying Object online. The video, by 'Thirdphaseofmoon', claimed the craft was the size of a 'four-wheel drive vehicle' and flying between 300 to 500 feet above ground. The article notes widespread reports that the channel releases hoax videos using CGI. Some viewers believe it is a hoax, a drone, or a remote-controlled toy, while others, including a 'Dr J', consider it a craft piloted by extraterrestrials.

Angela Merkel forced to release secret UFO files

Following legal proceedings, the German Supreme Administrative Court in Leipzig ordered the German Bundestag to release confidential UFO documents that had been kept hidden. This news is welcomed by UFO researchers, who are also anticipating the release of 18 confidential UK Ministry of Defence UFO files. It is noted that in 2008, the German government denied investigating UFOs, but later it was discovered a department was investigating extraterrestrial intelligence.

Airline passenger films apparent UFO over the Alps

A passenger aboard a commercial airliner over the Alps in Switzerland captured footage of an object resembling an Adamski craft with a glowing halo.

Early film on YouTube of George Adamski and George Van Tassel, contactees

This section lists several YouTube links to films and lectures concerning early UFO contactees George Adamski and George Van Tassel. It details Van Tassel's experience of being invited aboard a Venusian spaceship and his work on the 'Integraton', a structure for scientific research into time and rejuvenation. It also mentions Glenn Steckling showing films of Adamski's 'scout craft' and other advanced ships, and a commercial airline pilot's dismay at the distortion of historical facts concerning contactees, suggesting the 'Military Industrial Complex' promotes ridicule.

Web Sites

A list of websites related to extraterrestrial contact is provided, including 'All the Planets are Inhabited!', 'Flying Saucers, Leys and Lost Technology', 'Voices from Space', 'The Great Isosceles Triangle of England', and 'The Real Stonehenge and Avebury'.

Videos on YouTube

Links to YouTube videos are listed, covering topics such as the Adamski Scoutship, talks by Tony Wedd, and UFO sightings in Surrey.

The Hidden Unity and Beginnings

This section reviews two booklets: 'The Hidden Unity', which explores subconscious siting of ley points and the significance of worship, and 'Beginnings', detailing Jimmy Goddard's discoveries in earth energy detection, antigravity, and subconscious siting. Both are available from the Amskaya address.

Earth People, Space People

This section describes a booklet prepared as a more modest version of Tony Wedd's unpublished manuscript 'Earth Men, Space Men'. It covers prominent contact claims, the history of the STAR Fellowship, and evidence for life in the Solar System. It is also available from the Amskaya address.

The Legacy of Tony Wedd

This describes a CD-ROM containing Tony Wedd's research and findings on flying saucers, landscape energies, and lost technology.

AMSKAYA Subscription Information

AMSKAYA is the newsletter of the STAR Fellowship, a continuation of an organization formed in 1960. Subscription details are provided for four quarterly issues.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of AMSKAYA are the investigation of UFO sightings and alleged extraterrestrial evidence, government secrecy and cover-ups, and the history of UFO research and contactees. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these phenomena, presenting various claims and perspectives, while also acknowledging skeptical viewpoints such as pareidolia and potential hoaxes. There is a clear interest in historical cases like Rendlesham Forest and Calvine, as well as contemporary reports from Mars and other locations. The newsletter also highlights the work of individuals and organizations dedicated to UFO research and the dissemination of information.