BÚSQUEDA

Magazine Overview

Title: BÚSQUEDA
Issue: 23
Date: June 1990

This issue of Búsqueda, a bulletin for UFO and parapsychology research, delves into various aspects of the unexplained, with a strong focus on Spanish UFO phenomena and historical cases.

Editorial: The Value of Debate

The editorial section addresses reader feedback, acknowledging that some articles may cause unfavorable reactions. It emphasizes that criticism and differing opinions are the magazine's strength, encouraging readers to voice their perspectives and engage in debate. The editors state that they are not responsible for the opinions of their collaborators and that Búsqueda aims to channel diverse viewpoints into constructive discussions, avoiding gossip and misunderstandings.

Cover Story: Secret Report on Spanish UFOs

The main cover story, "INFORME SECRETO Español Sobre Los Ovnis," presents a detailed account of a significant UFO event in the Canary Islands. It describes how the Spanish government, in an unprecedented move, opened its archives on UFOs to journalists. The report highlights an incident on a starry night in the Canary Islands where thousands witnessed a UFO invasion. A particularly important event occurred at Izana, Tenerife, where over twenty technicians observed a phenomenon for nearly an hour. The article includes testimonies, such as that of Ernesto Ferrer Galán, a technician who described a luminous, transparent bubble emerging from the sea, resembling a red spiral, which later condensed and became opaque. From this bubble, two green luminous discs emerged and flew towards Teide. The bubble then lost consistency and settled on the sea's surface. The discs were observed for about 15 minutes before disappearing.

Eyewitness Accounts

The Izana Incident

Ernesto Ferrer Galán recounts the event at Izana, describing a luminous, transparent bubble that appeared over the sea. He notes its unusual properties, such as being able to see through it while it also seemed to condense like milk. The bubble eventually became opaque, and two green discs emerged. He estimates the bubble's size to be around 200 kilometers in diameter. He also describes a thick spiral of light, about a meter in diameter, that remained over the sea.

Dr. Padrón's Experience

Dr. Francisco Julio Padrón, a doctor from the Canary Islands, recounts an experience on the same night. While driving with a taxi driver, Dámaso Mendoza, he saw a luminous sphere hovering over a house. Inside, he observed two tall figures working on an instrument panel. The sphere was described as having a black, perfectly molded helmet and peculiar gloves instead of hands. The light emitted was a mix of blue and orange. Dr. Padrón believes the phenomenon was not of human origin and defied known physical laws. He also mentions that the taxi driver fainted from shock.

Carmen's Encounter

Carmen, a teacher near Girona, Spain, reports seeing a large, elongated, blue-green light enveloped in a cloud while driving at night. The light followed her car, and a thin blue ray descended from it, scanning the ground. She describes the ray as cylindrical and notes that her car's headlights reflected off it. She felt the experience was not terrestrial. Later, she saw the light divide into three smaller lights that dispersed.

Telefónica Technician's Account

A Telefónica technician from Olot describes an incident in February 1980 where he was followed by a large, stationary orange light while driving. The light then moved in the same direction as his vehicle. He stopped and shouted at it, but the light remained still. When he drove again, the light followed him, and as he neared Olot, it rapidly ascended and disappeared.

Historical UFO Cases

The Maury Island Incident

The magazine revisits the strange incident of Maury Island, where pilot Harold Dahl reported seeing a 30-meter diameter ship and five other craft from which a substance, described as white, lightweight metal, fell. His superior initially disbelieved him, but later evidence, including recovered fragments, complicated the story. The incident led to the disappearance of key witnesses and the involvement of mysterious "men in black."

The 1947 UFO Wave

Ted Bloecher's research on the 1947 UFO wave is highlighted, emphasizing its cyclical nature and the large number of sightings reported across the United States. Bloecher meticulously collected nearly a thousand documented cases from June and July 1947, suggesting that the wave was not accidental but followed a pattern.

The 1954 French UFO Wave

The 1954 UFO wave in France is also mentioned as a significant event that provided a wealth of data for researchers. This wave coincided with Mars' opposition, similar to a 1950 wave in Spain.

UFOs in France: A Triangular Object

A report from Belfort, France, describes a family sighting a triangular-shaped object with strong lights flying low over their car. This sighting is compared to a similar object observed in Liege, Belgium, leading to a large-scale search operation involving military forces.

UFOs and Mind Control

Antonio Ribera, a renowned ufologist, discusses the concept of alien abduction and the theory that hundreds of individuals may have been implanted with microchips to control them. He notes that abductees often report missing time and may have small scars as evidence of these implants.

Personal Experiences and Reflections

Jesús Jofre's Journey

Jesús Jofre shares his personal experiences, detailing a profound transformation after alleged extraterrestrial contact. He describes enhanced psychic abilities, including telepathy, premonition, and clairvoyance, as well as a healing magnetism. His journey involved a period of financial hardship and a loss of spiritual connection, which he eventually regained through further contact and introspection. He emphasizes the importance of living in the present and learning from experiences.

The Nature of Energy

C. Zubizarreta reflects on the concept of energy, suggesting that all beings channel the same energy, and it is neutral. While certain environments may have more negativity, individuals have the capacity to transmute it. He advocates for direct communication and honesty rather than judging others or resorting to fear-based beliefs.

Living Mirrors

P. Muñoz discusses the idea that people act as mirrors, reflecting the qualities of others. He suggests that we can only perceive in others what we possess ourselves, encouraging self-reflection and understanding before judging.

Defense of Mysticism

P. Muñoz writes in defense of mysticism, distinguishing true mysticism from the catastrofist and fanatical beliefs often associated with UFO contactees. He argues that true mystics achieve spiritual union with God through love and actively contribute to society through their creativity, culture, and actions. He contrasts this with the passivity, fear, and emotional imbalance sometimes seen in those who claim to be abductees or contactees.

Events and Publications

The issue includes information about upcoming ufology events, such as the "JORNADAS SOBRE UFOLOGIA EN ELCHE," featuring various speakers like Antonio Ribera and Salvador Freixedo. It also promotes "CUADERNOS DE UFOLOGIA," a Spanish magazine dedicated to UFO research, highlighting its subscription benefits and editorial content.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of Búsqueda consistently explores the UFO phenomenon from multiple angles, including eyewitness accounts, historical analysis, and theoretical discussions on extraterrestrial contact and consciousness. The magazine encourages open debate and critical thinking, while also presenting personal testimonies and reflections on the nature of reality and spirituality. There is a clear distinction made between genuine spiritual inquiry and what the authors perceive as unfounded fear-based beliefs or pseudo-spiritualism often associated with some UFO phenomena.