UFO Times - No 14 - Jul 1991

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO TIMES
Issue: Number 14
Date: July 1991
Publisher: A BUFORA PUBLICATION
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
ISSN: 0958-4846
Cover Headline: Special Congress Issue

This issue of UFO Times, dated July 1991, is a "Special Congress Issue" focusing on the "6th International UFO's Congress The Global View." The cover highlights several key articles, including an interview with John Spencer, an explanation of the Peter Day movie film case by Steuart Campbell, a historical tracking of the UFO Phenomenon by Gordon Millington, and cases from Belgium. It also features an extended update on crop circle research.

Editorial

MJ - 12 Too Many?

The editorial, titled "MJ - 12 Too Many?", expresses frustration with the endless discussions surrounding the MJ-12 and Roswell incidents, deeming them a "complete waste of time." The editor questions the lack of technological advancement from alleged recovered alien technology, pointing to the continued use of conventional propulsion systems. The editorial also critiques the funding of UFO research by organizations like the Fund for UFO Research, suggesting that such efforts often lead to more questions than answers. It posits that the MJ-12 and Roswell narratives may be a disinformation plot by the US government to steer attention away from real UFO events, driven by investigators' desire for extraterrestrial origins of UFOs.

News

Professor Hans Bender Dies, Stalling Anamnesis Project

This section reports the death of Professor Hans Bender, founder and head of the Institute for Borderline Psychology and Psycho-Hygiene. His passing is noted as inopportune for the ANAMNESIS project, which investigates UFO witness anamnesis and Rorschach data. The future of the project, and potentially the Department of Parapsychology, is in doubt. Dr. Keul has requested a suspension of ANAMNESIS testing due to his commitment to a five-year study plan. The reporter, Ken Phillips, expresses deep disappointment, having been involved since 1981, and reflects on the possibility of returning to more mainstream investigations.

Features and Interviews

An Exclusive Interview with John Spencer

This extensive interview with John Spencer, conducted by Mike Wootten, delves into his recent books, "The UFO Encyclopedia" and "UFOs The Definitive Casebook." Spencer explains that the books aim to reach a broader audience beyond dedicated ufologists, using an encyclopedic format to bridge the gap between popular and academic writing. He acknowledges criticisms regarding accuracy but defends the inevitable errors in such comprehensive works, which draw from a database of over 8000 items. Spencer argues that the UFO field needs to move beyond internal debates and attract new readers, likening the current approach to "exercise bikes for editors to work out their egos."

Spencer discusses BUFORA's future, envisioning radical changes including increased membership, funding for research, training programs, and a dedicated office. He emphasizes the need to professionalize UFO investigation, drawing parallels with organizations like MUFON in the US, and stresses the importance of involving witnesses more closely in research.

Fireball by Day

By Steuart Campbell, this article likely details a specific UFO sighting characterized by a daytime fireball, possibly related to the "classic Peter Day movie film case" mentioned on the cover.

Investigations Diary

Edited by Jenny Randles, this section likely presents a collection of recent UFO sighting reports and investigation updates.

Tracking the UFO Phenomenon

Gordon Millington's article traces the historical evolution of the UFO phenomenon, likely covering key events, theories, and developments over time.

Belgian Casebook

Edited and translated by Ken Phillips, this article focuses on UFO cases reported from Belgium, highlighting it as a "hotbed of UFO activity."

In Addition to the Mothman Phenomena

By D.K. Rees, this piece likely explores aspects of the Mothman sightings or related phenomena.

Skywatcher

Edited by Gary Anthony, this section probably contains observations and reports from amateur skywatchers.

Special extended stop press: A Crop Circle Revolution?

Authored by Paul Fuller, this article provides an update on the latest research into crop circles, suggesting a significant development or "revolution" in understanding them.

Readers Write

This section features correspondence from readers, offering their views and feedback.

BUFORA's Business Approach

Spencer elaborates on BUFORA's strategy, which he describes as "Business-Speak." He advocates for applying business principles like teambuilding, project focus, and goal-setting to UFO research. He criticizes the current state of UFO research as a "rag-bag collection" lacking purpose and direction. He proposes professionalizing the field by creating paid, full-time investigator roles and developing structured training programs, citing MUFON's model. He also emphasizes the need for a united team approach, where researchers collaborate rather than work in isolation, and stresses the importance of including witnesses as active participants in the research process.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of UFO Times reflects a strong focus on the organizational aspects of ufology, particularly through BUFORA's initiatives and John Spencer's interview. There's a clear push towards professionalization, broader public engagement, and more rigorous, business-like research methods. The editorial expresses skepticism towards long-debated, potentially disinformation-driven cases like MJ-12 and Roswell, advocating for a shift towards more objective and impactful research. The passing of Hans Bender highlights the challenges and potential setbacks in ongoing UFO research projects. The magazine aims to be a platform for serious discussion and advancement in the field, moving beyond what it perceives as internal squabbles and towards a more structured and scientifically-oriented approach.

This issue of UFO Times features a prominent cover story titled "Fireball by Day" by Steuart Campbell, detailing a UFO sighting and film taken by Peter Day on January 11, 1973. The magazine also includes sections on ongoing investigations, media coverage, and various case files.

Fireball by Day

The main article by Steuart Campbell investigates a film taken by surveyor Peter Day, who observed and filmed a luminous orange ball of light moving west to east on the horizon near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. The filming lasted 23 seconds, and the object vanished without sound. The weather was cold, misty, and overcast with stratocumulus clouds.

An investigation revealed that a military jet, an F-111E fighter-bomber code-named "Sewn 12," crashed near North Crawley around the same time Peter Day was filming. The article posits that the "UFO" seen by Day might have been the burning fuel dumped by this aircraft, which had an engine fire and hydraulic control issues causing its rudder to jam.

Multiple groups, including scientists and BUFORA, examined the film, with scientists ruling out ball lightning. BUFORA conducted investigations over many years, and a Swindon UFO group focused on the crashed aircraft. The USAF crash investigation report confirmed that "Sewn 12" was an F-111E. The report details the aircraft's take-off, the fire in the left engine at 8:57 am, and the subsequent fuel dumping starting at 8:58 am. The pilot of "Sewn 12" reported seeing fire behind him, which was confirmed as fuel burning. By 9:07 am, fuel dumping ceased. The aircraft was at 600 meters altitude and travelled south-east, coming within 6 km of Peter Day's location. The flight path involved several right circles before heading back towards Upper Heyford. The aircraft eventually went out of control, and the crew ejected safely. The article concludes that the distance of 6 km and the burning fuel would have made the aircraft invisible and inaudible, and the light disappeared when fuel dumping ceased. The apparent movement of the object across the horizon is consistent with the F-111's speed at that distance.

Investigations Diary

Edited by Jenny Randles, this section reports on various ongoing UFO investigations. The Warrington video case from February 1991 is progressing, with a second video recording and analysis by Roy Rowlands and Roger Chinery. A daylight video from Shropshire in December 1990 is also being studied. Dave Reynolds, a meteorologist, is assisting with analysis.

A car stop and time-lapse case from Buckinghamshire in February 1991 is being handled by the Northamptonshire branch and looks promising. Several cases emerged after appearances by John Spencer and Jenny Randles on the BBC 'Daytime UK' program, leading to about 40 cases being distributed for follow-up, including a close encounter over Rendlesham Forest and a contact/abduction case in the London area.

A new case from Oxfordshire involves a perfectly triangular scar that mysteriously appeared on a man's back. The controversy over Steuart Campbell's 'solution' to the Peter Day movie film case is also heating up.

Broadcast News: UFOs and the media

BUFORA was active in the media during spring. John Spencer and Jenny Randles appeared on BBC-1's 'Daytime UK' promoting a new UFO encyclopedia and a Sheffield congress, and handling viewer interaction. The BBC coverage led to many promising cases being reported.

Philip Mantle, BUFORA's press officer, appeared on ITV's children's series discussing UFO photographs. The arrival of crop circles has also generated significant media interest, with Paul Fuller working with TV crews from the UK and Japan. An independent TV company is making a documentary for Channel 4's 'Equinox' series about the people behind the crop circles.

Excellent press coverage has appeared in national newspapers, and the Sunday Mirror offered £10,000 for solving a UFO mystery.

Case Files

This section lists numerous UFO sightings with brief details:

• 72-205 (5 Nov 1972): Banbury, Oxfordshire - Ball of light sounding like a satellite (too old for follow-up).
• 84-018 (25 Apr 1984): Blairgowrie, Perthshire - Visionary type close encounter with a 'key' shape over a garden (initially dismissed, now considered interesting).
• 86-022 (17 Apr 1986): Liskeard, Cornwall - Vulcan bomber-shaped craft with lights and droning sound, similar to 'Silent Vulcan' cases (considered a stealth bomber).
• 89-026 (29 Jun 1989): Harrow, Middlesex - Long duration sighting of multiple dancing lights (likely a laser display).
• 89-027 (31 Aug 1989): Strood, Kent - Orange light seen on several occasions (likely aircraft or helicopter).
• 90-012 (18 Mar 1990): Chalfont St Giles, Bucks - 'Multi coloured disco lights' dancing in the sky (likely laser display).
• 90-013 (6 Jun 1990): Torquay, Devon - Rectangular mass of coloured lights drifting by.
• 90-014 (9 Jun 1990): Paignton, Devon - Egg shape with multi-coloured lights and a blue slipstream, moving slowly.
• 90-015 (13 Jul 1990): Newton Abbott, Devon - Triangle of lights seen on multiple nights (considered stellar objects).
• 90-016 (20 Jul 1990): Ingatestone, Essex - UFO like a 'cartoon hat' grey/green with a central light, descended behind trees.
• 90-017 (10 Oct 1990): Merstham, Surrey - Triangle of red lights.
• 90-018 (16 Oct 1990): Chadwick End, West Midlands - Black rectangular object rising from roadside and drifting away (possibly a bin bag).
• 90-019 (30 Oct 1990): Broadstairs, Kent - 'Dark mothership' and dancing lights, visible for 2 hours, with reports of lightning and strange flashes.
• 90-020 (10 Nov 1990): Mulhuddert, Eire - Pinkish mass descending towards ground and vanishing (proximity to Dublin Airport suggests red flares).
• 90-021 (18 Nov 1990): Gravesend, Kent - Blue light falling from the sky (clearly a meteor).
• 90-022 (25 Nov 1990): Sutton, Surrey - Four lights moving in a circle for 45 minutes (likely laser displays).
• 91-002 (6 Jan 1991): Liskeard, Cornwall - White, long, thin object, tapered at both ends, moving slowly across the sky (possibly an aircraft catching sunlight).

Tracking the UFO Phenomenon

Gordon Millington's article discusses the study of UFOs as a discipline, focusing on the behavior of the intelligence behind the phenomena, termed 'the Phenomenon.' He argues that the Phenomenon's tactics have evolved over time, from appearing as 'Phenomenal airships' in the 19th century to the 'Foo Fighters' of WWII, and later the 'Lights-in-the-Sky' (LITS) and the Extra-Terrestrial Hypothesis (ETH). Millington suggests that the Phenomenon aims to provoke humanity's acceptance of the paranormal, using various manifestations like 'Angels of Mons' and Virgin Mary appearances. He notes that the 'Foo Fighters' were initially dismissed as enemy craft. The development of the ETH, with contactees like Adamski, presented benevolent beings, but this eventually became boring. The Phenomenon then shifted to 'Baddies,' focusing on abduction scenarios with sex and violence, which proved more sensational. The article also touches on the current focus on crop circles and their potential connection to archetypal Jungian mandalas.

Belgian Casebook

This section, edited and translated by Ken Phillips, presents testimonies from EUROFON News. It details a sighting at "The Gap Of Aulne" on January 2, 1990, where witness Mr. MR saw a dark triangular machine with powerful blue headlights and a bright white light. The object was estimated to be 10 meters high and appeared to have fallen from the sky. The witness later saw a triangular-shaped object crossing a road and a pulsating yellow light source with a red point.

Dreams of UFOs

A young woman, Mlle MK, recounts her UFO dreams following a real observation. She saw a strange grey object hovering above her car in Holland. Subsequently, she experienced dreams of UFOs, including a triangle-shaped craft and a toy weapon falling from a flying object. She even dreamt of calling the investigator, providing his father's phone number, which she did not know.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of UFO Times emphasizes the ongoing nature of UFO investigations, the role of media in publicizing and influencing perceptions of UFO phenomena, and the analysis of various sighting reports. The magazine appears to adopt a critical yet open-minded approach, presenting evidence and theories while acknowledging the complexities and unknowns surrounding UFOs. The 'Investigations Diary' and 'Case Files' sections highlight the continuous effort to document and understand reported anomalous aerial phenomena. The article on 'Tracking the UFO Phenomenon' suggests a strategic and evolving nature to the phenomena being studied, implying an intelligence behind the sightings. The magazine also promotes BUFORA's activities and publications, such as their binders and newsletter.

This issue of UFO Times, dated August 1991, delves into a variety of unexplained phenomena, with a significant focus on the Mothman sightings and the burgeoning field of crop circle research. The magazine also includes updates on space exploration and extraterrestrial intelligence.

Mothman Phenomena

The lead article, "in addition to the Mothman Phenomena" by D.K. Rees, offers a light-hearted look at the Mothman events documented by John Keel in the late sixties. It compiles eyewitness accounts and the author's theories. The phenomena occurred in the Ohio Valley, West Virginia, between 1966 and 1967, leaving witnesses bewildered. The first appearance was on November 15th, 1966, at 11:30 pm in the infamous TNT area. Four witnesses—Mr. Roger Scarberry and his wife, and Mr. and Mrs. Malette—reported seeing an 'animal' six to six-and-a-half feet tall with large red eyes and 'bat-like wings', described as grey in colour. The creature reportedly kept pace with their car at approximately 90 mph, with one witness hearing 'squeaking' noises. These incidents were part of a larger UFO flap in Point Pleasant, West Virginia.

The article emphasizes the credibility of the witnesses, noting they were simple, hard-working individuals who faced ridicule. Mothman had a habit of appearing and disappearing quickly. An account is given of Mrs. Ruth Foster of St. Albans, West Virginia, who encountered Mothman on November 26th, describing it as tall with big red eyes; it vanished before her brother-in-law could investigate.

John Keel's investigation is highlighted, with him interviewing numerous witnesses but drawing no conclusions about the creatures' origin—whether extraterrestrial, a product of mass hallucination, or an undiscovered species. The evidence gathered shows remarkable similarities in witness reports: height (six to six-and-a-half feet), grey skin, wing size and shape, and glowing red eyes. The period also saw reports of Pterodactyls flying in West Virginia.

A 'British Case' is also presented, detailing an event on November 16th, 1963, in Sandling Park, Hythe, Kent. Four teenagers saw a star-like object that turned into an oval, from which a tall, dark figure with 'bat-like wings' emerged. Investigators later found three giant footprints measuring one inch deep, two feet long, and nine inches wide.

Crop Circles: A Revolution?

"A Crop Circle Revolution?" by Paul Fuller discusses the 1991 summer season, noting an increase in crop circle hoaxes, with some hoaxers arrested. The year is remembered as the 'Year of the Hoaxer', with many proven hoaxes being easily detectable. The article suggests that a lack of genuine circles might indicate a psychological gap triggering hoaxing.

Meteorologists became involved in circle watching, with 'Operation Blue Hill' employing infra-red imaging, automatic weather stations, and radar. Twice, circle formations appeared within five miles of the site when wind speeds dropped, as predicted by Meaden. Precise weather conditions were recorded on June 30th when two formations appeared less than half a mile away.

Professor Yoshi Hoki Ohtsuki from Japan's Waseda University has reportedly recreated crop circle producing plasma in his laboratory. His experiments, involving a small 'fireball' in a plasma chamber, generated significant media interest. During Operation Bluehill, Professor Ohtsuki shared his findings. The plasma chamber experiments have attracted global attention, with physicists forming new divisions to study ball lightning and circle-forming plasma.

Ohtsuki's research connects plasma phenomena to UFO reports, suggesting it could explain phenomena like car stop cases. He has exchanged information with Fujiki, a Japanese UFOlogist. Ohtsuki believes his plasma discovery can explain almost all unexplained UFO data.

In Japan, Ohtsuki investigated 48 known circle events, deeming 40% as hoaxes. He noted that genuine Japanese circles have roots that disappear underwater, unlike hoaxes. He admitted that complex pictograms are harder to classify but suggested they could be partly genuine, partly hoaxed, or explained by plasma interpretation.

Regarding 'Early Circles', the article notes that prior to 1989, crop circles were not widely publicized in Japan. The BBC film brought them to national attention. The earliest known Japanese circle dated to 1979, with later reports in 1985 and 1988. Farmers did not report knowing of crop circles before the late 1980s. Meteorological organizations in China and Korea had received no reports of crop circles.

Ohtsuki's primary aim is to understand the plasma mechanism and apply it to develop a new science, potentially explaining many previously unexplained UFO reports. He believes this research offers a new approach in environmental science.

An eyewitness account from Vivian Tomlinson describes Mr. and Mrs. Tomlinson witnessing the creation of crop circles in a wheat field near Hambledon on May 17th, 1990. They observed miniature whirlwinds forming circles in the corn, pushing it down gently. The process seemed to increase rapidly, enveloping the area quickly.

Professor Ohtsuki's experiments involved creating circles approximately 1-2 cm in diameter using a plasma fireball that repeatedly spiralled down onto aluminium powder. These circles are normally ringed, and Ohtsuki's fireball can create single, double, and triple ringed circles.

Ohtsuki's next stop was the Tokyo underground train system, where engineers found dozens of circles in dust on the walls of the tunnel, formed by small vortices created by passing trains. These formations, including in-line triplets and simple rings, had been present for years, raising questions about the 'intelligence' behind them.

If mini-circles can be created in labs and tunnels, the question arises about the plasma required for crop circles. Ohtsuki has published a catalogue of over 2,200 ball lightning cases worldwide.

A video shown included footage of Japanese circles and two boys who witnessed a crop circle being created by a small cloud of mist and a radiant ball of light.

Space News

Helen in History

Helen Sharman, Britain's first astronaut, is recognized for her eight-day Soviet Juno mission and her selection for the Mir space-station. The article praises her accomplishment.

Listening for ET

NASA's Ames Research Centre in California is preparing for the SETI project in 1992, utilizing a global network of radio telescopes to search for signals from extraterrestrial civilizations. The equipment is expected to exceed previous search capabilities.

ESA Battling to Save Olympus

On May 29th, the Olympus telecommunications satellite lost orbit and altitude control, resulting in a service outage. It is speculated to be rotating with a 90-second period and drifting eastwards. The ESA is receiving signals and attempting to regain battery power, seeking assistance from the US Space Command and NASA's Deep Space Network.

Readers Write

This section features correspondence from readers.

Pedantry: Steuart Campbell corrects Jenny Randles regarding the Peter Day film, stating that CAUS, USA, did not help obtain the crash report, which he obtained directly from the USAF. The editor acknowledges the correction.

Vortex Nonsense?: Jon Erik Beckjord questions Hilary Evans' suggestion that the plasma vortex theory is the best scientific approach to crop circles, comparing it to accepting the flat-earth theory. He advocates for an agnostic stance, acknowledging the unknown and powerful nature of the cause. The editor strongly disagrees with Beckjord, defending Evans' statement and criticizing Beckjord's apparent belief in a flat earth.

In Defence of the IUN: A reader defends the IUN's decision to issue the Aveley Abduction Case Report, compiled by Andy Collins. The reader found the material riveting and stated that the IUN did not claim authorship of the report, which was originally investigated by Collins.

Albert Budden writes about the original UFOIN material, explaining that investigators were hired freelance and paid modest sums. The ownership of the cases is unclear, as UFOIN disbanded and its files were distributed, some being 'borrowed' and not returned.

The editor sympathizes with Andy Collins regarding his grievances about the IUN reproducing his work verbatim without clear attribution, but notes that Collins is pleased the case is receiving attention. The editor questions Budden's statement about ownership, pointing out that 'Copyright Andy Collins' is clear.

Perception Question: A reader asks for clarification on the GEP-CENAP perception experiment results, specifically regarding the procedure of showing slides or photographs to a select group.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the persistent mystery surrounding the Mothman sightings, the scientific investigation into crop circles and the potential role of plasma, and the ongoing search for extraterrestrial intelligence. The magazine also touches upon contemporary space news and the challenges of UFO research, including issues of attribution and the credibility of witnesses. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging scientific investigation while acknowledging the complexities and controversies within the field. The editor's comments often express strong opinions, particularly in defense of certain researchers and in criticism of what they perceive as flawed reasoning or misinformation.

Title: UFO Times
Issue: 31
Issue Date: August 1991
Publisher: BUFORA Ltd.
Country: UK
Language: English

This issue of UFO Times focuses on a specific crop circle and its potential scientific interpretation, alongside announcements for upcoming UFO events and resources.

Letters and Editor's Comments

Crop Circle Interpretation

The issue opens with a letter from Edward Brown of Stockport, who comments on the experimental nature of understanding events. He distinguishes between unexpected events and those where the subject has foreknowledge. Brown notes that experimental results are only valid under the conditions they were obtained.

An editor's comment on Brown's letter suggests that surprise was integral to an experiment mentioned, and that Keul's findings mirror similar experiments in Britain by Ken Phillips.

Picto-ditto: Fawleys Downs Crop Circle

Dear Sir,
A letter from Roger Snow of Leicester presents a drawing of a crop pictogram symbol found on Fawleys Downs, Winchester, on the night of August 3rd/4th, 1990. The drawing is a copy from a photocopy sent by investigators Pat Delgardo and Colin Andrews.

Snow notes that a similar drawing appears in a small physics booklet called 'Course Companion: Physics' for GCE O Levels and CSE, displayed on pages 81-82 and the front cover. He states that the Fawleys Downs formation and the diagram from the physics booklet both clearly show the same symbol: a large main ringed circle.

Snow identifies this symbol as one used in physics to denote a flow of electrons through a TV tube and onto the inner screen.

An 'Editors Comment' on Snow's submission expresses certainty about the discovery but humorously suggests that if one were ultra-skeptical, it might be probable that the pictogram hoaxers were studying physics at the time.

The diagram from the physics booklet is labelled with 'ELECTRON BEAM FLOW', 'COIL', and 'DEFLECTOR PLATES', visually reinforcing the interpretation of the crop circle as a representation of electron flow within a cathode ray tube.

For Sale Advertisement

An advertisement offers UFO models, kits, entity figures, busts, second-hand and rare UFO books, posters, badges, and memorabilia. It is run by UFORIA, located at 1 Woodhall Drive, Batley, West Yorkshire, England, WF17 7SW. An overseas enquiry welcome and a FREE catalogue is available by sending a large SAE. A phone number, UFO-LINE 0898 881 907, is also provided.

Diary Section

The 'Diary' section promotes upcoming UFO-related events:

6th International UFO Congress

• Event: 6th International UFO Congress - UFOs: The Global View
• Dates: 16th, 17th & 18th August 1991
• Location: Central Library Theatre, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK

The congress promises to cover cases such as what happened to Kathryn Howard in April 1969 and Charles Hickson's encounter in Pascagoula in 1973, along with the latest worldwide UFO research.

BUFORA London Lectures

• 7th September: BUFORA London Lecture - Title to be announced, Speaker: Stan Conway.
• 5th October: BUFORA London Lecture - Close Encounters and Coincidence, Speaker: Norman Oliver.

The entrance fees for the new London Lecture Programme have increased to £1.50 for members and £3.00 for non-members, the first increase in five years, due to rising costs.

BUFORA London lectures are held on the first Saturday of the month at the new lecture theatre complex at London Business School, Sussex Place, Outer Circle, Regents Park, London, NW1. The venue is a five-minute walk from Baker Street tube station. Lectures begin at 6:30 pm. The previous entrance fees were £1.00 for members and £2.50 for non-members. The new theatre offers wheelchair access and facilities for the disabled.

Full lecture programmes are available from BUFORA (LP), 16 Southway, Burgess Hill, Sussex, RH15 9ST.

Publicising Events

Events can be publicised on this page free of charge by writing to the editorial address (page 2) three months in advance.

UFOCALL Advertisement

An advertisement promotes 'UFOCALL', a telephone service for 'the strangest close encounters on the telephone'. Edited and presented by Jenny Randles, described as Britain's only professional ufologist, UFOCALL offers the latest cases from around the world, up-to-date research news, details of national and regional events, and book reviews.

Users can 'JUST DIAL AND LISTEN'. Calls cost 34p per minute at cheap rate and 45p per minute at all other times. The number is 0898 121886.

Publication Details

UFO Times is published and set by BUFORA Ltd. and printed by Newton Mann Ltd, Matlock, Derbyshire.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the interpretation of UFO phenomena through scientific lenses, particularly physics, and the importance of empirical evidence and experimental conditions. The magazine actively promotes UFO conferences and local lecture series, serving as a hub for the UK UFO community. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging readers to share their findings and interpretations, while also maintaining a degree of skeptical humor, as seen in the editor's comment on the crop circle.