UFO Times - No 30 - Jul Aug 1994

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO TIMES
Issue: Number 30
Date: July/August 1994
Publisher: A BUFORA PUBLICATION

This issue of UFO TIMES, published by BUFORA (The British UFO Research Association), features a striking cover illustration of an alien face superimposed on the US Capitol building. The magazine delves into various aspects of UFOlogy, including investigations, theoretical concepts, and witness accounts.

Editorial: The 'Elitist' School

The editorial, penned by Editor Ken Phillips, addresses an organization calling itself 'Elite' that has been sending unsolicited mail to BUFORA members and researchers. Phillips dismisses the 'Elite' group's claims and concerns, particularly regarding witness confidentiality, stating that the Ministry of Defence (M.O.D.) maintains strict confidence. He also confirms that he sends UFO reports to the M.O.D. for evaluation as part of airspace monitoring. The editorial notes that 'Elite' seems to have knowledge of BUFORA's internal workings and expresses disapproval. Phillips invites 'Elite' to a meeting to discuss various topics, expressing skepticism about their actual intentions.

Alien Encounters in Search of Confirmation by Gordon Millington

This article examines the claims of alien liaison and the credibility of Robert Lazar. It focuses on the significant 'flap' of UFO sightings in Wallonia, Belgium, between November 1989 and March 1990, where over five hundred reports of triangular UFOs were documented. The article details a specific incident on March 30/31, 1990, where Belgian F16 fighter jets intercepted a UFO. The object exhibited extraordinary evasive maneuvers, including a rapid increase in speed and a steep dive, which would be fatal to human pilots. The article discusses the official investigation, including interviews with Colonel de Brouwer, and refutes conventional explanations such as balloons, meteors, or American F117A Stealth aircraft, citing performance figures that the UFO far surpassed.

The article also touches upon the Belgian government's concern and cooperation with SOBEPS (the Belgian UFO research group). It criticizes the British press for its often dismissive or sensationalist coverage of UFO phenomena. The piece further explores the phenomenon of animal mutilations, referencing cases like 'Lady' the pony in Colorado and the subsequent spread of such incidents. It questions the FBI's conclusion that natural predators are responsible, citing evidence of precise incisions and the lack of blood. The article highlights the work of Linda Moulton Howe and the findings of Dr. John Altshuler regarding laser-like incisions on animal carcasses. It also mentions the unusual behavior of animals in the presence of UFOs and the lack of predation on mutilated carcasses.

The Final Secret of Free Energy – Part V by T.E. Beardon

This installment continues the discussion on 'free energy' by explaining the concept of collecting and dissipating energy without diminishing the source. The author posits that the universe is filled with 'free energy' that can be accessed by simple means, like static electricity. The article differentiates between 'potentialised' electrons and 'activated' electrons, explaining that energy is transferred when potential gradients are applied to trapped electrons, causing them to move and dissipate energy as heat in a load. The author emphasizes that this process can be done without doing work within the primary source, thus not depleting it. The analogy of a coal-fired locomotive is used to illustrate the concept: a fireman collects coal (trapped energy) in a shovel (collector) and adds it to the fire (load) without igniting the coal in the shovel itself. The article concludes by referencing scientific papers and theories related to non-linear oscillators and Tesla's circuits.

The European Dimension: Security Police Investigates 'Cigar' Sighting by Clas Svahn

This article reports on a UFO sighting in Håknäs, Sweden, on August 25th, 1991. A married couple and their daughter witnessed a cylindrical, white object with a pointed front and blunt rear moving slowly across the sky. The object had no visible wings or windows and emitted a low-frequency engine sound described as similar to a V-8 engine but operating at a much lower pitch. The Swedish Security Police (SÄ-PO) investigated the case, interviewing the witnesses and reviewing radar data. The SÄPO report, which is classified, found the witnesses to be credible and noted that other witnesses also saw the object. The police officer interviewed stated that there was no indication the story was false and that an unknown object had violated Swedish airspace, but could not provide a definitive explanation, considering possibilities such as secret service aircraft.

The Wild Places & Alien Scripture by Kevin McClure

This section is a personal update from Kevin McClure regarding the publication of his titles 'The Wild Places' and 'Alien Scripture'. He explains the delay in publication due to personal issues and the failure of his old copier, which is particularly problematic in Cornwall due to limited printing services. McClure announces his purchase of a computer and printer, intending to combine his existing titles into a new, A4-size magazine with a glossy cover. He reassures readers that their subscriptions will be honored and that the 'News from the Front' column will return with improved coverage.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the investigation of UFO sightings, the nature of unidentified aerial phenomena, and the challenges of obtaining credible evidence and maintaining witness confidentiality. The magazine also explores theoretical concepts like 'free energy' and touches upon the controversial topic of animal mutilations. The editorial stance, as expressed by Ken Phillips, is one of critical inquiry, skepticism towards unsubstantiated claims (like those from the 'Elite' organization), and a commitment to rigorous investigation and reporting, including cooperation with official bodies like the M.O.D. for the purpose of data evaluation.

Title: UFO Times
Issue Date: June 1978 (though content spans various dates, primarily 1992-1993)
Publisher: UFO Times
Country: United Kingdom
Document Type: Magazine Issue

Main Articles

Miniature Stealth-Like Plane Over Lake Vättern

This article, by Clas Svahn, details a daytime UFO sighting in Brandstorp, Sweden, on June 20th, 1992. Hans and Seija Augustsson reported observing a small, black, delta-winged object flying at an incredible speed over Lake Vättern. The most puzzling aspect for the witnesses was the strange, undefinable sound, described as a metallic, cosmic sound, giving an impression of speed and strength, but not loud. The object was observed for only 5-6 seconds before becoming a small dot in the distance. UFO-SWEDEN contacted the F6 Air Force Wing and the Air Staff, who stated no military activity was taking place in the area. Another witness in Hjo heard a similar sound, described as an eerie, cosmic sound, but saw nothing. The Brandstorp incident is labelled as a UFO.

Investigations Diary: Case 933: The Wales and West Country Sightings of 30th/31st March 1993

Compiled by Doug Cooper, this section details numerous UFO reports from Wales and the West Country in March 1993. Sgt. J. Furneuxe of the Devon and Cornwall Police reported two bright lights hovering near Liskeard on March 31st at 01:10 BST, which ascended rapidly and disappeared, leaving vapour-like trails. Several other police officers in Cornwall and Devon, and two from Gwent Police, also reported similar incidents. The majority of these reports were attributed by investigators to the re-entry of a Russian 2nd-stage launch vehicle (Cosmos 2238 Satellite), which had re-entered Earth's atmosphere around 01:05 BST. However, Sgt. Furneuxe's and Sgt. Mitchell's reports differed, describing objects that appeared lower and capable of hovering. Sgt. Mitchell and P.C. Cotley observed two bright lights approaching Lynton, North Devon, with a third smaller light between them. The article notes that the height estimate of 10,000' for Sgt. Furneuxe's sighting was based on information from Exeter Airport. The section also mentions that many reports were received following newspaper articles and that a number of these sightings were associated with events on the night of March 30/31st.

Case Files

This section presents a series of brief UFO sighting reports from various investigators across the UK:

• 89-200 (Burnley, Lancs., 5-6-89): Jonathan Dillon observed an orange, ovoid-shaped object with a yellow glow, which deposited smaller black objects from its underside. Evaluated as possibly a helicopter or airship.
• 92-203 (Bradford, W. Yorks., 3-12-92): Alan B. and his girlfriend saw an orange object shoot across the sky at very fast speed, delta-shaped. Evaluated as possibly aircraft.
• 93-201 (Southport, Lancs., 20-2-93): Mr. R. observed a red-orange elliptical-shaped glowing object moving steadily across the sky. Evaluated as possibly airship/balloon or aircraft.
• 93-204 (Ripon, N. Yorks., 11-7-94): Aileen H. observed a black object fall to Earth at high speed, followed by a silvery object with three lights. Evaluated as unknown.
• 93-209 (Clifton Hotwells, Bristol, August 1993): Mr. R. photographed a silvery triangular object. Evaluated as aircraft.
• 93-210 (Hartcliffe, Bristol, June-September 1993): Numerous residents reported strange lights, discs, and cigar-shaped objects, some of which could not be explained by astronomical terms. Previous UFO experiences in the area were also mentioned.
• 93-211 (Kings Lynn, Norfolk, September 1993): Mr. and Mrs. C. observed a bright light shooting downwards, weaving from side-to-side, with red and green lights above. Evaluated as aircraft.
• 93-212 (Suffolk, 12-10-93): A triangular-shaped object surrounded by a red glow was observed, followed by eight orange lights. Evaluated as probable aircraft.

Other Sections

• Newsdesk: Reports on Magonia Magazine awarding UFO Times the 'Scientific Journal of the Year Award' and the retirement of BUFORA's Investigator Training Coordinator, Ken Phillips.
• Readers Write: Correspondence includes Margaret Fry criticizing BUFORA for its lack of regional meetings and suggesting the sighting questionnaire is too long. Another letter discusses the study of abductees and contactees, arguing they are integral to UFO research. A third letter addresses unsolicited mail from an 'Elite' group. A reader named A. Member questions the dismissal of possibilities like alien spirit entry into ufologists.
• The 'Admiral' Generates Response: A reader responds to a story about 'The Transmigration of the Greys', questioning government cover-ups regarding UFO phenomena and Area 51.
• Mary Seal (The Scourge of All Ufologists!) Comes to the Attention of a North Briton: A reader, an electronics engineer, expresses interest in Mary Seal's work on 'Global Deception' and speculates about advanced technology potentially used in UFOs, referencing the 'Philadelphia Experiment'.
• Another North Briton Shoots Santa Claus!: An astronomy graduate reassures readers that the impact of comet Shoemaker-Levy 9 on Jupiter will not harm Earth. The article also provides a brief explanation of how to calculate Local Sidereal Time.
• Diary: Announcements for BUFORA lectures and the Tenth Anniversary Psychic Questing Conference.
• Contact Corner: A section for readers to connect with other UFO enthusiasts in their local areas.
• UFOCALL: Information on a telephone service for UFO encounters.
• Scottish UFOLOGY AND NEW HORIZONS – PART II: Malcolm Robinson details UFO reports from Scotland, including a hypnotic regression of a man troubled by fears of alien intrusion, sightings near Muchalls, and a wave of sightings in Bonnybridge near Falkirk. The article mentions the involvement of Japanese UFO researcher Junichi Yaoi and compares the Scottish UFO wave to the Livingstone Incident of 1979.
• Book Review: A section promoting Richard L. Thompson's book 'Alien Identities', with testimonials from various figures in the UFO field.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO sightings, investigations, and related phenomena, with a strong emphasis on witness testimony and the challenges of unexplained aerial phenomena. There is a recurring theme of questioning official explanations and potential government cover-ups. The editorial stance, as indicated by the 'Ed's comments', is often skeptical of official pronouncements and supportive of in-depth, open-minded research into all aspects of the UFO enigma, including less conventional theories. The magazine also serves as a platform for reader interaction and community building among UFO enthusiasts.