CENAP - REPORT

Magazine Overview

Title: CENAP - REPORT
Issue: 3
Volume: nr 3
Date: May 1976
Publisher: CENAP Private UFO-Forschungsgruppe Mannheim
Country: Germany
Language: German

This issue of the CENAP REPORT delves into UFO landing phenomena, presenting a comprehensive analysis of reports, statistical data, and specific case studies. The report aims to provide a structured overview of UFO activity, particularly focusing on landings in Western countries.

Content Breakdown

Table of Contents

The report's table of contents outlines the following sections:
1. News from Germany / UFO Landings
2. News from Denmark
3. The GEP-Lüdenscheid Reports
4. Data/Figures 1974
5. CENAP Internal

Analysis of UFO Landing Reports

The report begins by acknowledging the extensive, though not exhaustive, archive of the Private UFO-Forschungsgruppe Warnheim. It lists numerous UFO landing reports used for this specific publication, spanning various locations across Europe, South America, and North America. The document states that 109 landing reports from the Western world were compiled, with a notable absence of reports from Eastern Bloc countries like Poland and the USSR, or from Japan.

Geographical Distribution of Landings:

• Europe: The report details specific numbers for various European countries, including Germany (ERD/DDR: 5), France (17), Portugal/Spain (5), England (4), Italy (8), and Denmark/Sweden/Finland (6).
• South America: Brazil (12), Argentina (5), Venezuela (2), and other states (3), totaling 22 landings.
• North America: Specific breakdowns are given for US states like Virginia (5), Texas (2), Florida (2), Washington (2), and others (2), along with a general category for California, Idaho, Colorado, Ohio, New Hampshire, Utah, Kansas, New York, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Michigan, Nevada, and New Mexico (1 each). Canada accounts for 4 cases. This sums up to 26 landings in North America.
• Other Regions: 6 reports were received from the Indian Ocean and Africa.

Statistical Analysis of UFO Sightings and Landings

Page 4 features two graphs comparing UFO sightings and landings over different periods. Graph I covers 1947-1960, and Graph II covers 1951-1974. The graphs illustrate the number of sightings (green line) and landings (red line) per year. The report notes that the green line represents many UFO sightings from the chronological archive, while the red line shows the relatively fewer UFO landing reports. The report explains that the 'red line' is slightly exaggerated to visually emphasize the relationship.

Temporal Distribution of Landings

The report analyzes the years in which these landings occurred, presenting a ranked list:

1. 1954/1965/1969 (9 cases each)
2. 1960 (8 cases)
3. 1962/1967/1971 (7 cases each)
4. 1957 (6 cases)
5. 1968/1973 (5 cases each)
6. 1952/1964/1966, 1974 (4 cases each)
7. 1972 (3 cases)
8. 1951/1959/196?, 1970/1972 (2 cases each)
9. 1914/1947/1950, 1953/1955/1956, 1958/1961 (1 case each)

The report observes that the statistics do not always show a direct correlation between the peak of a 'UFO wave' and the number of landings, making it difficult to predict future waves.

Time of Day for Sightings

Regarding the time of day when UFOs were sighted, the report notes that for 15 of the 109 reports, the time information was completely missing or unclear. The analysis of the remaining reports is as follows:

• 22:00 - 02:00 Uhr: 27 cases (24.77%)
• 02:00 - 06:00 Uhr: 12 cases (11.01%)
• 06:00 - 10:00 Uhr: 9 cases (8.25%)
• 10:00 - 14:00 Uhr: 14 cases (12.34%)
• 14:00 - 18:00 Uhr: 7 cases (6.42%)
• 18:00 - 22:00 Uhr: 21 cases (19.27%)

It is highlighted that 17.13% of the reports are fragmented, which is considered a significant flaw for UFO research. The report finds it interesting that the priority of UFO landing reports occurs between 22:00 and 02:00, a time when fewer people are typically awake to witness such events.

Number of Witnesses

The report also examines the number of witnesses per incident:

• 1 witness: 38.5% (42 cases)
• 2 witnesses: 24.8% (27 cases)
• 3 witnesses: 10.1% (11 cases)
• 4 witnesses: 8.3% (9 cases)
• 5 witnesses: 1 case
• 6 witnesses: 4 cases
• 7 witnesses: 1 case
• 9 witnesses: 2 cases
• 12, 10, 31, 40, 100 witnesses: 1 case each
• No witness count provided: 7 cases (6.4%)

The report criticizes the omission of witness numbers in significant UFO events, suggesting a lack of seriousness in some UFO investigations.

Case Study: News from Germany

This section revisits a sighting report from Cremlingen, Germany, occurring between 22:00 and 23:00 in late August or early September 1975. A dark golden flying object was observed at a specific altitude, moving unusually and disappearing after 6-7 seconds of flight.

Further details are provided on a reported UFO landing in Hamburg-Rahlstedt. The report questions the investigation conducted by Frau Faguim, citing potential inaccuracies and a lack of scientific rigor, particularly concerning the use of a pendulum for investigation. Specific points of contention include:

• The claim of strange noises disturbing sleep.
• The condition of the roof and the age of Herr Lorenzen.
• The size of a burnt patch on the lawn.
• The proximity of bushes and plants.
• The involvement of a Yugoslavian who spoke German.
• Uncertainty about the soil's moisture.
• The object's appearance and behavior.

A drawing depicts a dark golden sphere observed on February 19, 1976, between 20:35 and 20:41, which performed a 'dancing' motion and emitted a ruby-red light before disappearing. A humming sound was also reported.

Case Study: News from Denmark

This section details a landing near Ejstrupholm, Denmark, in 1957. A witness, working in a field, observed a dark golden, oval-shaped object land approximately 35 meters away. The object had three support legs and was described as metallic. Two occupants, about 90 cm tall, wearing suits with transparent helmets, were observed. The witness described them as human-like with a brownish facial color. The object then ascended and disappeared. The witness estimated the encounter lasted about 5 minutes and heard a humming sound. A drawing illustrates the object and its occupants.

Obituary

The report concludes with a notice of the passing of their informant, Ulrich Stürtzer, who died on April 12, 1976, at the age of 19. His birth date was November 18, 1956.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the detailed analysis of UFO landing reports, statistical compilation of sightings, and critical examination of investigation methodologies. The editorial stance appears to be one of rigorous inquiry, questioning the thoroughness and scientific validity of some UFO investigations while presenting data objectively. There is a clear emphasis on factual reporting and statistical evidence, alongside anecdotal accounts of sightings and landings.

Title: Die UFO-berichtet
Issue Date: November 22, 1974
Publisher: CENAP (Gemeinschaft zur Erforschung unbekannter Phänomene)
Country: Germany
Language: German

This issue of 'Die UFO-berichtet' focuses on UFO sightings and related research in Germany during 1974 and early 1975. It includes detailed reports of specific sightings, statistical analyses of observed object characteristics, and discussions about the activities and internal conflicts of UFO research organizations.

Key Reports and Sightings

Lüdenscheid Area Sightings

The primary report details a sighting on November 22, 1974, near Lektringhouse and Delninguren. The witness observed a disc-shaped object with seven lights arranged in a specific pattern. The object initially hovered, then moved rapidly, and eventually disappeared. The lights were described as being brighter than stars, and the object's altitude was estimated at 15 to 20 meters above the ground.

Another report from November 14, 1974, describes an object previously sighted that changed its light from red to yellow and then vanished into the clouds. The witness, a driver, also observed the object.

On November 24, 1974, an object was observed near Lüdenscheid-Diekemberg. It appeared to move slowly at first, then rapidly westward, eventually disappearing from view. The witness could not definitively identify it.

Other Notable Sightings

A significant report from February 16, 1975, details a sighting by two individuals between Budavorvald and Lüdenscheid. They observed a bright, red-glowing object, described as having a 'Hülle' (hollow) or iridescent atmosphere, with red and white light points within a yellow central point. The object performed complex maneuvers, including a sharp curve from east to west. The sighting lasted from 18:30 to 18:50 Uhr. Later, between 19:00 and 19:15 Uhr, the same object was observed through a telescope, with its brightness estimated at -6m and altitude at 10-15 degrees. It then flew in the opposite direction, disappearing at the horizon by 19:55 Uhr. Aviation authorities and the German Weather Service could not identify the object, ruling out balloons or satellites.

Statistical Analysis of UFO Characteristics

An analysis of 157 UFO sightings from 1974, compiled as of April 1, 1976, provides statistical data on reported object shapes and colors. The most frequently reported shapes were spheres (Kugel, 43 sightings), discs (Diskus, Scheibe, 19 sightings each), and cigar shapes (Zigarre, 11 sightings). Other reported shapes include egg, cylinder, hexagon, trapezoid, and triangle.

The most common colors reported were white (27 sightings), red (16 sightings), and silver (10 sightings). Other colors included blue, orange, green, yellow, and gold, often in combination.

UFO Research Groups and Internal Conflicts

The issue highlights a conflict between UFO research groups, specifically mentioning DUIST-Wiesbaden and CENAP. A letter dated March 10, 1976, from Herr Veit of DUIST-Wiesbaden, indicates a potential exclusion of CENAP from 'CENAP-Reports'. In response, CENAP members decided to withdraw from DUIST, citing a lack of progress and what they perceived as Herr Veit's attempts to discredit their work. CENAP asserts its own extensive research efforts, including a large archive and library, and criticizes Herr Veit's approach, suggesting it aligns with materialist research methods employed by organizations like NICAP and MUFON.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the detailed documentation of UFO sightings, the statistical analysis of observed phenomena, and the internal dynamics within the UFO research community. The editorial stance appears to favor empirical data collection and analysis, as evidenced by the statistical breakdown of sightings. There is also a clear emphasis on the challenges and conflicts faced by independent research groups in their pursuit of understanding UFO phenomena.