Awareness - 2005-06 - Vol 28 No 1

Magazine Overview

Title: Awareness
Issue: Volume 28 No 1
Date: June 2006
Publisher: Contact International UFO Research
Country: England
Document Type: Magazine Issue

Editorial: Revelations, But No Advances

The editorial highlights three major UFO-related events in early 2006. Firstly, the Ministry of Defence (MOD) released UFO sightings from 2002-2005 under the Freedom of Information Act (FOI Act), presenting data in spreadsheets. While this is seen as progress, the editorial notes it's largely 'data or polite "buck passing"'.

Secondly, the editorial revisits the 'Alien Body' autopsy footage from c.1995. Ray Santilli, who acquired the footage, reappeared in a Sky TV documentary claiming the 1995 film was 95% 'reproduction' due to the original reels deteriorating. This led to a spoof film, "Alien Autopsy," starring 'Ant and Dec,' which was released at Easter and reached number 3 in the UK charts.

Thirdly, the editorial discusses the MOD's covert investigation into UFOs from 1996-2000, codenamed 'Project Condign.' A special unit, S4F, collated public and military sightings. The report, intended to be top secret, was revealed under the FOI Act thanks to Dr. David Clarke. The 'Condign' report concluded that UFO sightings were primarily natural atmospheric events, described as 'bright "plasmas"' created by electrical charges, which can appear to fly at incredible speeds. The editorial expresses skepticism, stating this contradicts thousands of witness reports gathered by CIUFOR and doesn't explain ground sightings or abductions. It questions whether 'Condign' artificially created these plasmas to explain away sightings.

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Project "Condign"

This section elaborates on the 'Condign' investigation, a secret MOD inquiry from 1996-2000, initiated without the knowledge of the then Defence Secretary. It suggests that secret branches like MI5 and MI6 might be 'loose cannons' with hidden UFO information. Dr. David Clarke of Sheffield Hallam University and Gary Anthony are credited with bringing the 'Condign' report to public attention.

The project's aim was to determine if UFOs posed a military threat to Britain, with the conclusion being 'NO,' similar to previous exercises. The 'UK Eyes Only' report, titled 'Unidentified Aerial Phenomena in the UK Air Defence Region,' analyzed 30 years of UFO reports, with only 11 copies known to exist.

The report's explanation of UFOs as 'plasmas' is quoted, describing their ability to hover, land, take off, accelerate, and vanish, exhibiting aerodynamic characteristics beyond known aircraft. It suggests these are 'several types of rarely encountered natural events within the atmosphere and ionosphere.' The report also notes that these plasmas can change shape or color when hit by energy sources like radio signals, leading ufologists to believe they are receiving 'alien responses.'

The 'Condign' report postulates that these plasmas could be harnessed as secret weapons, potentially starting an arms race, especially with Russia, which has shown interest in plasma technologies for military purposes. However, the article suggests the 'Condign' team may have back-engineered conclusions based on anecdotal evidence, lacking a clear understanding of how these plasmas are generated naturally or artificially.

Researcher Dismisses Secret Report

This piece critiques the 'Condign' report's conclusions, suggesting that anyone accepting them might have a 'rather strange' psychology. It dismisses various well-known UFO cases (Soccoro, Capt. Coyne, Rendlesham) and the findings of organizations like GEPAN and SEPRA, as well as numerous vehicle interference reports. The author questions the competence of the secret service professionals and notes that the official author of the 'Condign' report is not established.

Project "Condign" - Foo Fighters Exist

This section, by Mike Soper, discusses Dr. David Clarke's FOI request that revealed the 'Condign' report. It reiterates that the MOD denied systematic involvement at the time, suggesting a cover-up. The report lists 20 possible atmospheric phenomena, including 'EARTHLIGHTS AT 20,000 FEET.' The author draws a parallel to the scientific acceptance of the Coelocanth, suggesting a similar readiness to accept 'EARTHLIGHTS' as an explanation for objects that outperform aircraft.

Strong Evidence at Paisley

This article presents a case from August 4th, 2005, in the Daily Express, about a circle measuring 6 meters in diameter found on the roof of the Paisley Centre. The circle was greyish with gold-colored edging, found after electrical failures in the building. A strange metal-like material was also discovered nearby. Office equipment had malfunctioned prior to the circle's appearance. The center manager, Andrew Mackinnon, believed aliens were trying to make contact. Maintenance engineer Jamie Lavery reported equipment moving on its own and briefly saw a brightly lit flying object.

Alien Body Revived!

This section revisits the 'Alien Body' autopsy film revealed by Ray Santilli over 10 years prior. It details how Santilli initially claimed the film was from 1947, showing a Roswell crash site 'alien' undergoing an autopsy. The footage generated significant interest but was largely dismissed as a hoax. The article recounts Santilli's 2006 reappearance on a Sky TV documentary where he admitted the 1995 film was 95% 'reproduction' using actors, dummies, and fake blood because the original reels had deteriorated. John Humphreys, a professional sculptor, claimed to have designed the dummy and used sheep brains and chicken entrails. The film was shot in a flat in Camden, London. The article leaves it to the reader to decide if it was a hoax or a genuine attempt to restore footage. It also mentions the subsequent comedy film 'Alien Autopsy.' The original Awareness article from Vol 20 No 4 (1995-6) is referenced, including an account from the cameraman.

Sightings Report - By Data Research

This section compiles several UFO sighting reports:

• 1973, Aberdeen, Scotland: A young boy reported seeing a grey, oval-shaped UFO with no moving parts or lights, described as 'riveted together.' His family also witnessed it.
• July 5, 1989, Blackpool, England: A taxi driver saw a large orange ball hovering, then moving rapidly. Later that night, an egg-shaped object was seen zig-zagging across the sky.
• January 24, 2006, Cainscross, Nr. Stroud, Glos., England: A brilliant red light was observed travelling NW-SE without sound, described as a single, non-blinking light.
• c. 1998, Salford, Manchester, England: Two witnesses saw a saucer-shaped object hovering, followed by another, which then shot off at high speed.
• May 11, 2006, Banna, Pakistan: An unusual object was photographed near mountains, appearing UFO-shaped in negative mode.
• November 21, 1998, Bletchingdon Oxon, England: A large circle of lights was seen in the clouds, not moving, and present for several hours.
• January 14, 2006, Newcastle u Lyme, Staffs., England: Three bright white objects were observed climbing in altitude, becoming fainter, and vanishing.
• September 2, 2005, Dalton Huddersfield, England: Two witnesses saw a chevron-shaped object travelling at high speed, emitting no sound, and appearing 'behind rippled glass.'

Ministry of Defence - Released UFO Information

This section analyzes UFO reports released by the MOD for 2005, totaling 158 reports. It breaks down reports by month and highlights significant events, such as multiple sightings of glowing orbs in Loughton and bright white lights in Fife/Perthshire. It notes that most reports occur between 6 pm and midnight. A table shows UFO reports by county or region, with Yorkshire having the highest number. A sample of MOD reports for 2005 is provided, listing town/village, date, time, county, and a brief description of the sighting, ranging from 'bright lights' to 'V shaped object' and 'black saucer hovering.'

Ministry of Defence FOI Responses

This section presents responses to specific Freedom of Information requests made to the MOD:

• Request 5 (Area 51 & Alien Communication): The MOD states it has no expertise in UFO matters, is open-minded about extraterrestrial life, but has no evidence of communication with aliens. It clarifies that its role is to assess potential defense significance of sightings and does not investigate beyond that remit.
• Request 7 (Document by SF4): The MOD explains that its UFO records are on paper and processing all requests would exceed the £600 limit. It suggests checking The National Archives for records up to 1977 and mentions that MOD files on UFOs were generally preserved there after 1967. It also notes that the MOD's FOI Publication Scheme contains documents on events like Rendlesham Forest.
• Request 17 (UFO Sightings 1959-2004): The MOD provides a table of 'Unexplained' Aerial Sightings reported to them from 1959 onwards, noting they do not hold figures before 1959. The figures represent total reports per year from all sources, not categorized by source type.
• Request 10 (Triangular UFOs March-April 1998): The MOD found three relevant reports: one from members of a UFO group describing triangular objects between Mansfield and Shirebrook, and another from the MOD itself regarding a large triangular object with flashing lights near Regents Park, London, which was later identified as a Search and Rescue helicopter.

Other Articles and Features

• CIUFOR Web Site: Announcement of a reorganized web site with links to crop circle sites and other resources.
• Crop Circles Where Are You?: Discussion on the slow start to the 2006 crop circle season due to cold weather.
• Agony Corner: "Opus Dei" - Friend or Foe?: An article examining the controversial organization 'Opus Dei,' its portrayal in Dan Brown's book and film 'The Da Vinci Code,' and its historical context. It mentions a past investigation involving a student named Jim Schnabel who was linked to Opus Dei and crop circles.
• Porton Down Compensation: Report on compensation awarded to relatives of a victim of MOD nerve gas trials in 1953.
• Powerful New Book Imminent: Announcement of a forthcoming book by Ellis Taylor, CIUFOR webmaster, titled 'In These Signs Conquer.'
• White Flag of Surrender?: A humorous piece noting the widespread display of white flags with red crosses, attributing it to the World Cup in Germany and lamenting the decline of interest in UFOs due to football's popularity.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO phenomena, government investigations, and witness reports. There's a critical stance towards official explanations that dismiss UFOs as natural phenomena, particularly the 'Condign' report's conclusions. The publication champions the work of independent researchers and organizations like CIUFOR, advocating for the serious consideration of UFO sightings. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded skepticism towards official narratives while remaining receptive to unexplained aerial phenomena and potential extraterrestrial contact.

AWARENESS, Volume 27, published around October 2005 and February 2006, is a UK-based magazine focusing on UFOs, alien abductions, and paranormal phenomena. This issue features a lead article on a 1953 USAF pilot's encounter, alongside articles on atmospheric mysteries, book and film reviews, and reader contributions.

Mel Noel's Sabre Encounter Over Idaho

This article, written by Michael Soper, details the experiences of USAF Sabre pilot Mel Noel in 1953. During a training exercise in Idaho, Noel and his crew were tasked with flying in tight diamond formations and were equipped with cameras instead of machine guns. They were sworn to secrecy regarding their mission, which was intended to prepare them for a "saucer scramble elite" role in Washington D.C.

During a practice flight, 16 flying discs appeared, splitting into groups of four. The objects, described as huge discs about 180ft in diameter and 30-40ft thick, performed baffling maneuvers for over eight minutes. They could fly at 3,000 miles an hour and stop instantly, with no smell reported. The pilots attempted to obtain photographic evidence but largely failed. A slight deviation of the compass was the only instrument indication of their presence. The objects' thickness increased centrally as a "cabin" emerged, suggesting observation. After the tour, the objects lined up and vanished.

Upon returning to base, the pilots were debriefed and threatened with severe consequences if they spoke of the event. The article notes a similar, though less detailed, event on March 5th, 2004, involving three to four objects detected by radar, prompting a scramble by the Mexican airforce.

Further details of the 1953 encounter reveal that the objects initially appeared fuzzy with an aura, gradually resembling discs. During a second encounter, five discs were observed oscillating. The pilots were given controls to operate their cameras. The discs demonstrated remarkable agility, turning tightly without tilting their axis. Noel then received a slow, non-human voice transmission on his radio, which he later learned was a telepathic communication from the flight leader, a ground-based colonel, who was asking questions in his mind.

The non-human entities communicated that there are over 150 billion Universes and many forms of gods. They stated that life originates in the interior of planets and identified themselves as being from Venus, Jupiter, Mercury, Mars, and the "Head Tribunal Planet" (Saturn). This communication terrified the flight crews.

The colonel later explicitly warned the pilots not to discuss the communications. Years later, Noel's father mentioned that such information could be found in a channeled book called "OAHPSE". The article connects these communications to recent discoveries about the planets and suggests that the beings are "INSIDE OUT" life forms.

The Colonel in Idaho later confirmed that many such communications had occurred, and the truths revealed contradicted official knowledge, leading to a cover-up deemed "subversive" and "official cowardice."
The article touches on the telepathic abilities of the beings, contrasting them with neuroscientific explanations of brain voltage limitations. It suggests that for those who experience it, the communication is real, regardless of scientific skepticism.

Atmospheric Mysteries

Written by Jim Rayner, this section explores phenomena related to lightning and atmospheric electrical discharges.

One incident describes a man in Puymary, France, experiencing powerful blasts of hot air three times, coinciding with thunder, which he attributed to jets of air forced by lightning strikes.

The article suggests that such discharges could explain unexplained aircraft accidents. It details how high-voltage discharges can create luminous material ejected from lightning channels, potentially forming ball lightning. A similar process is proposed for "meteorological flying objects" (M.F.O.s), which are described as streaks of misty material formed by compressed air channels that cool and condense water vapor. These M.F.O.s could form ice lumps that fall to the ground.

Several cases of large ice lumps falling are reported, which are not easily explained by hailstones or aircraft debris. The article estimates the size and weight of such ice lumps, suggesting they could be formed from water vapor within a lightning channel.

Noctilucent clouds are also discussed as high-altitude, brilliant clouds observed in summer months, composed of particles with a specific radius. The article notes that human activity and pollution might contribute to brighter clouds in lower sky areas, and the Van Allen Belt's thinning could cause high-altitude clouds to glow.

Forum and Letters to the Editor

This section features several reader contributions:

• Antonio Fabrizi from Italy writes about a mystery involving the "Face of Gimigliano" and a polaroid photograph taken by abductee Maurizio Cavallo, who claims contact with "Blondes." Fabrizi seeks information about the author George C. Andrews and Cavallo to clarify the story.
• Ray Martin from South Africa shares his sighting of triangular UFOs, contrasting them with the round or cigar-shaped UFOs more commonly reported in his region. He recounts an incident where a disc paced a Boeing 737 and later changed shape into a triangle.
• Peter Cliffe, International Editor of IFONPRAUK, responds to previous articles, clarifying his organization's stance on UFO research and the London protest. He emphasizes their dedication to keeping Ufology alive.
• The section also includes a brief mention of a "Sacred Face" image appearing at Gimigliano, Italy, in 1988, linked to UFO activity.

Book Reviews

• "Jason My Indigo Child" by Ann Andrews: Reviewed by Ben Fairhall, this book details the experiences of Jason, described as a "walk-in" and "star child" with advanced psychic abilities. Unlike typical abductees, Jason's experiences are recalled consciously. The review highlights the unique nature of his abilities and the traumatic process of his awakening.
• "Abduction" by John E. Mack: The review quotes Mack, emphasizing the necessity for human consciousness to expand to conceive beyond current technological and perceptual limits. It notes the frightening nature of these experiences and the resistance to broadening horizons.

Film Review - "Alien Autopsy"

Geoff Ambler reviews the Warner Brothers film "Alien Autopsy," starring "Ant and Dec." The film is described as a tongue-in-cheek feature based on the 1995 "Alien Autopsy" films presented by Ray Santilli. Ambler notes that the film exaggerates characters for comic effect and suggests that Santilli and others faked much of the footage. He concludes that trying to extract truth from the film is a waste of time, leaving the authenticity of the original event to Santilli.

Advertisements and Notices

The magazine includes advertisements for UFO-related books, clubs, and publications, including "UFO/ET WORLD PENFRIENDS CLUB," "UFO AND SPACE AGE PUBLICATIONS," and "AWARENESS BACK ISSUES." It also lists "TEMS" (The Travel and Earth Mysteries Society) and provides contact details for "Contact International UFO Research."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO sightings, alien encounters, and abduction phenomena, often highlighting government secrecy and the psychological impact on experiencers. There is a clear editorial stance supporting UFO research and encouraging open discussion, as evidenced by the "Forum and Letters to the Editor" section and the promotion of various UFO organizations and publications. The magazine appears to lean towards accepting the reality of these phenomena, even when they challenge conventional scientific understanding, and encourages readers to engage with the subject matter critically and openly.