Arecibo

Magazine Overview

Title: Arecibo
Issue Date: August 1996 (Volume 1, Number 5)
Publisher: UFO-Strängnäs-Acribeia
Country of Publication: Sweden
Original Language: Swedish

V-formation över regementet i Strängnäs (V-formation over the regiment in Strängnäs)

This article details a significant UFO sighting by Lieutenant Colonel Åke Somnell of the Swedish Air Force, which occurred in Strängnäs on May 6, 1975. In an interview from 1978, Somnell recounts how he was about a hundred meters north of the armored regiment when he noticed several points of light approaching in a V-formation from the south-southwest. He described the objects as flying in a "tight formation, perfect formation flying." After a short time, the two rear objects switched sides, and the formation continued northward. Somnell described the objects as being the size of a half-moon, yellowish with red centers. He estimated their distance to be 250 meters and their speed to be 500 km/h, with the total observation time lasting 15 seconds. He stated that he reacted with surprise and quickly realized it was something unusual, focusing on making precise observations of angles and behavior. Somnell reported his sighting to FOA (the Swedish state institution for UFO reports), but received no response. Years later, he provided his account to UFO-Sverige, who took his report seriously.

The article also notes that UFO-Sverige and FOA currently have a good working relationship. It introduces Arecibo as the official organ of UFO-Strängnäs-Acribeia, with Michael Nilsson as the responsible editor and lead author, and Thomas Klasson responsible for the layout. The copyright for the names UFO-Strängnäs-Acribeia and Arecibo is mentioned. Contact information is provided for Henrik Esperi (Chairman) and Michael Nilsson (Vice Chairman) of UFO-Strängnäs-Acribeia, including addresses and phone numbers in Strängnäs.

Definitions are provided: "Acribeia" means scientific accuracy or exactness, and "Arecibo" is the name of the world's largest radio telescope in Puerto Rico. "UFO" is an abbreviation for Unidentified Flying Object. The organization states that neither they nor UFO-Sverige are committed to any particular theory, remaining open to any answer to the mystery.

Bevis till ledare (Evidence for leaders)

This section discusses a 169-page document titled "Unidentified Flying Objects Briefing Document, The Best Available Evidence," which was sponsored by the wealthy Laurence Rockefeller and intended for a select group of world leaders. The document, authored by several ufologists, contains credible and well-supported observations. The project cost approximately 200,000 US dollars and was aimed at informing 1000 world leaders.

Exempel ur boken (Example from the book)

An example from the document details events between 1989 and 1990 in Belgium, where thousands of people witnessed a giant triangular object. This object was observed on radar screens in both aircraft and on the ground. Belgian F16 fighter jets were scrambled to intercept it but could not keep up with its rapidly varying speed and sharp maneuvers. The Belgian Air Force stated they could not provide a reasonable explanation for the object they were pursuing.

A similar or the same object was reportedly seen in England during the same period, though the authorities there denied the incident. Admiral Lord Peter Hill-Norton, a high-ranking military official in the UK, stated that the object changed course 12 times in 22 seconds during its 6-minute presence in British airspace. He further reported that the large dark triangle was detected by four NATO radar stations in Germany and Belgium. The object allegedly accelerated from approximately 370 km/h to 2700 km/h in half a second and descended from 30,000-150 meters in 5 seconds.

The article suggests that while this information is being presented to world leaders, ufology in the public eye has often been associated with mysticism and fantasy.

The road to nowhere

This section describes mysterious disappearances along a road in the San Mateo mountains. The article quotes cafe employees who say, "They leave, but they don't come back." At least 17 people have reportedly vanished along this road, which leads into the mountains and ends in the desert with no other exits. One case mentioned involves a family from Chicago who, after being advised by a waitress to take a drive on the road, never returned. The source for this information is cited as http://www.tripnet.se/home/west/ufocentr.htm.

Rapportera! (Report!)

UFO-Sverige receives approximately 400 reports annually from people of various professions and backgrounds, with many more likely going unreported. The article encourages anyone who has seen a UFO to contact Henrik Esperi or Michael Nilsson of UFO-Sverige.

Vadå layout? (What about layout?)

This brief section acknowledges Thomas Klasson for his work on the layout of Arecibo for this issue and subsequent issues in 1996. It notes that Klasson is self-taught in the subject and works at MS Publisher, with no prior experience in UFO research. Ascribeia welcomes Thomas to the team.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO sightings and related phenomena, presenting witness accounts and official reports. There is a clear emphasis on presenting evidence, even to world leaders, suggesting a belief in the significance of the UFO phenomenon. The editorial stance appears to be open-minded and scientific, as stated by Ascribeia's commitment to not adhering to any specific theory and remaining open to answers. The magazine also touches upon related mysteries, such as unexplained disappearances, and highlights the efforts of UFO research organizations like UFO-Sverige and FOA.