CENAP Infoline - no 024

Magazine Overview

Title: cenap-infoline
Issue: nr.24
Date: August 22, 1995
Publisher: Beobachter (Switzerland)
Language: German
Document Type: Magazine Issue

Main Cover Story: Alien Autopsy

The central theme of this issue is the controversial 'Alien Autopsy' film, allegedly shot in 1947 following the Roswell incident. The film, presented by British filmmaker Ray Santilli, purports to show the autopsy of an extraterrestrial. The cover poses the question: "Real or fake?" and features a description of the alleged alien with a "small body, large head."

TV Tips:

The issue highlights upcoming television programs related to the Roswell incident: "EXTRA - Das Magazin" on August 26, 1995, on TF-1/France, and a program on RTL/Deutschland on August 28, 1995, featuring Birgit Schrowange. These programs are expected to show the first images of the "Roswell alien."

Expert Opinions on the Film:

Several individuals offer their perspectives on the film's authenticity:

• Laurence A. Cate, Sales Manager for Kodak, is mentioned regarding the film's production date (1927, 1947, or 1967), noting that confirmation did not come from the film manufacturer's production management.
• Gerd W. Höchsmann, Test Psychologist, suggests that the "strange being" dissected in the film might have been of Japanese origin, born around 1935, and possibly a survivor of the Hiroshima or Nagasaki atomic bombings.
• Michael Beitat questions why alien visits should be impossible, given the vastness of the universe and the potential for older civilizations.
• Frank Peter, Science Journalist, is cited in the "Letters to the Editor" section.

The Roswell Incident and Santilli's Claims:

Karl-Heinz Karisch details the Roswell incident, where a "disk" allegedly crashed in New Mexico in 1947, carrying "alien beings." The US government's explanation has shifted over time, from a weather balloon to the Top-Secret Project Mogul, which aimed to detect Soviet atomic explosions. Ray Santilli claims to have obtained 16-millimeter film footage from 1947 showing "extraterrestrials" and "UFO debris." He asserts that British pathologists and 'The Guardian' newspaper have seen parts of the film and found it convincing, describing the being as human-like but with alien features, including a large head, abnormal eyes, and six fingers.

However, Santilli has not yet provided proof of the cameraman or confirmed the film's 1947 origin, and he hopes for significant financial gains from its worldwide marketing. RTL plans to air the film on August 28, stating they do not claim it is real but that it has "even surprised experts."

Skepticism and Alternative Theories:

• Helmut Lammer, an astrophysicist and Roswell expert, expresses skepticism about Santilli's film, questioning how such material could be smuggled from a highly classified military base. He notes that some military witnesses described bodies with four fingers, not six as seen in the film. Lammer proposes four scenarios: the film is genuine, it's a fake, the military faked it to discredit UFO researchers, or it shows deformed humans from an experimental aircraft, with ethical reasons for concealment.
• Werner Walter, an expert from Cenap (Central Research Network for Extraordinary Aerial Phenomena), is highly critical. He states that the Santilli film does not fit the timeline of the 1947 Roswell events and likely originates from a "completely different source." He suggests that while the Roswell incident involved a cover-up related to Project Mogul, the film itself is a fabrication, possibly created by re-exposing old film material.

Other Articles:

• "Fruchtzwerge aus dem All" (Dwarfs from Space): A critical commentary on a TV show featuring UFO newsman Jörg Langbein and his "abduction theories," dismissing it as boring and praising a critical contribution from RTL Spiegel-TV about the Sheffield UFO Congress.
• "Wissenschaftler: 'Mit 10 Kilo erschafft man einen Kosmos'" (Scientists: 'With 10 Kilo, one creates a cosmos'): This short piece discusses a theory published in the journal of the Royal Astronomical Society suggesting that the universe's fundamental constants are so precisely tuned that it implies creation by super-intelligent aliens, who may have started with just 10 kilograms of matter.
• "SR-71 FÜR DIE USAF - Blackbird wieder im Einsatz" (SR-71 for the USAF - Blackbird back in service): A brief report on the Lockheed Martin SR-71 Blackbird reconnaissance aircraft returning to service with the US Air Force after a five-year pause, following extensive overhauls.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine appears to be a publication focused on UFO phenomena, extraterrestrial encounters, and related mysteries, often presenting controversial claims alongside critical analysis and expert opinions. The editorial stance seems to lean towards investigating these phenomena seriously, while also being cautious about sensationalism and potential hoaxes. There's a clear interest in government secrecy and the public's perception of UFOs. The inclusion of a satirical alien perspective in the "Alien-Stilblüten" section suggests a willingness to explore different, even humorous, angles on the subject.

The issue highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the Roswell incident and the authenticity of evidence like the 'Alien Autopsy' film, emphasizing the role of media in shaping public understanding of these topics. The publication also touches upon broader scientific and philosophical questions, such as the fine-tuning of the universe and the possibility of alien intelligence.