CENAP Report - No 006

Magazine Overview

Title: CENAP - REPORT
Issue: nr. 6
Volume: 1J/H6/76 A
Date: August 1976
Publisher: CENAP Private UFO-Forschungsgruppe Mannheim
Country: Germany
Language: German

This issue of the CENAP report delves into various UFO-related incidents and topics, featuring detailed accounts and analyses. The content is primarily in German, with translations provided by W. Walter and H. Köhler.

Article 1: Objekt über Wien (Object over Vienna)

This section reports on a UFO sighting in Austria in May 1972. On May 1st, 1972, a luminous object was observed over Neunkirchen, south of Wiener Neustadt, causing significant traffic delays on the Südautobahn. Witnesses described the object as bright and luminous, reflecting sunlight. The report notes that Vienna itself experienced a 'UFO alarm' shortly after, with typical 'flying saucer' characteristics being reported, fueled by public uncertainty and official statements.

Article 2: Neues aus Dänemark (News from Denmark)

This article presents two cases from Denmark. The first, on December 31, 1966, describes an object observed near Bloostrup. Two individuals driving from Helsingør to Copenhagen saw a peculiar orange object hovering low over the road. It was described as cigar-shaped with two rows of windows. The second case, from October 9, 1975, near Odense, involves a woman who saw a white, luminous object hovering at about 30 meters altitude. She described it as moving horizontally and then disappearing. The object was reportedly moving at approximately 20 km/h and appeared to be a 'disc' or 'lens' shape.

Article 3: Irdische UFOs (Earthly UFOs)

This section explores the idea that some UFOs might be of terrestrial origin, possibly secret projects. It references a report from December 1955 where a pilot named Bertad Helleil allegedly flew an 'Unterrasse' (flying saucer) tested by the AFX. The craft is described as having four engine-like structures and a cockpit. A diagram illustrates this craft, detailing components like 'Düsen' (nozzles), 'Kugellager' (ball bearings), and 'Verbrennungskammer' (combustion chamber). The article also mentions a test flight in 1956 involving a 'half-flotilla' of flying saucers, with one described as a disc emitting rays and performing complex maneuvers.

Article 4: Das UFO vom Mai 1944 (The UFO from May 1944)

This article details a significant UFO sighting and photographic evidence from May 1944. It references previous publications in UFO-Nachrichten and a report by UFO-Forscher 1537. The incident involved a pilot, Herr Diple Ing. G. Schwab, who was on a mission in Munich when his squadron was ordered to return to base due to an air raid. Schwab diverted to the Tauern region. While flying over the mountains, he encountered a strange, unknown flying object accompanying his aircraft. He managed to photograph it, capturing both the object and his own aircraft's wing and propeller. The report includes a map of the area and a letter dated January 17, 1960, from a 'Verva 1, Ve' providing further information. The article discusses the potential for misinterpretation, with one person claiming Schwab's report was distorted and that the photo might show a conventional aircraft.

Article 5: ATLANTIS-Frage (The Atlantis Question)

This section is brief and appears to be a placeholder or a very short discussion related to the legendary continent of Atlantis. No specific details are provided in the scanned pages.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout the report is the investigation and documentation of UFO phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting witness accounts, photographic evidence, and technical analyses of reported sightings and potential secret aircraft. There is a clear interest in historical cases, as evidenced by the inclusion of the 1944 and 1955 incidents. The publication aims to inform its readers about various aspects of the UFO mystery, including potential technological explanations and the broader implications of these sightings.

Title: CENAP-REPORT
Issue: Teil 3 (Part 3)
Date: March 1, 1976
Publisher: Private UFO-Forschungsgruppe Mannheim
Language: German

This issue of the CENAP-REPORT magazine delves into significant topics related to UFO research and broader cosmological and historical theories. It features an article by astrophysicist A. Weis on the "Atlantis Question" and a critical assessment of the UFO research landscape in Germany, alongside the introduction of the CENAP initiative.

The Atlantis Question and Earth's Potential Catastrophe

Astrophysicist A. Weis contributes an article titled "Die ATLANTIS Frage" (The Atlantis Question), Part 3. He posits that the Earth's gas mantle is becoming denser and more explosive. He warns that a single spark could ignite this dense mantle, leading to an explosion that would, in turn, trigger the detonation of all nuclear bombs and warheads on Earth. Weis emphasizes that humanity cannot comprehend the immense destructive power this would unleash. He suggests that Earth is not stable enough to withstand such pressure and predicts a catastrophic event similar to what befell the planet between Mars and Jupiter, and hypothetically, Atlantis. He believes that such an explosion would be visible even from distant, potentially inhabited planets, where inhabitants might observe Earth's fiery demise on their horizon. Weis speculates that these hypothetical beings might also have their own "Atlantis" stories, referring to continents lost to their own planets. He draws a parallel to the downfall of Atlantis, suggesting that the inhabitants of that continent, despite being highly developed, ultimately brought about their own destruction.

Despite the dire prediction, Weis notes that such a catastrophe is not imminent and is likely generations, or perhaps one to two centuries, away. He expresses concern for future generations, our descendants, who will inherit the Earth. He argues that instead of securing their future, humanity is inadvertently ensuring their total destruction. When the time comes, he believes, humanity will face a situation akin to that of Atlantis. He suggests that escape via spaceships will be possible, with some vessels seeking new habitable worlds. These groups, he posits, will survive the Earth's destruction and eventually land on a new planet, bringing the news of Earth's demise. They will explain to the inhabitants of this new world, however primitive, that their planet, or continent, has been destroyed. This narrative, he suggests, might persist as a legend, perhaps inspiring future figures like Plato to write about it, leading to searches for a lost continent that never existed on that particular planet but was once a beautiful, highly developed world that humans turned into a hell.

Critiques of the UFO Research Scene in Germany

The magazine expresses disappointment with the state of UFO research in West Germany. It criticizes the field for being infiltrated by religious sects and individual fanatics, making objective research difficult. The authors observe that many so-called UFOlogists are driven by occultism and spiritualism, often focusing on phenomena like "table-turning" and telepathic contact rather than serious investigation. Some groups are accused of operating as exclusive cults, hoarding knowledge and material. While many UFO enthusiasts have joined large organizations, claiming to work impartially and universally for enlightenment, the magazine finds little evidence of genuine UFO research beyond the enthusiastic veneration of certain UFO "pioneers" and contactees.

The Formation of CENAP

To counteract this perceived decline and the influence of esoteric elements, the CENAP (Central Research Network for Extraordinary Phenomena) was established. CENAP aims to be a central network for extraordinary phenomena, providing a new concept for UFO research. The magazine states that CENAP began its work on March 1, 1976, and has launched its own internal information magazine, the CENAP-REPORT, which will be published monthly. The goal is to provide the German-speaking UFO scene with additional information and results, contributing to the larger mosaic of worldwide UFO research.

Call for Collaboration and Contact Information

The Private UFO-Research Group Mannheim, which initiated CENAP, is reaching out to individuals interested in a serious and solid basis for UFO research. They are seeking collaborators who view UFO phenomena as technical problems rather than manifestations of a cosmic messiah. They aim to clarify the deceptions of certain contactees and prevent them from being revered as UFO "pioneers." CENAP intends to strictly separate UFO research from esoteric practices and prevent it from being undermined by occult or spiritualist confusion. They emphasize the need for open discussion and writing about UFO phenomena, free from a "silence censorship." Individuals interested in collaborating or reporting sightings of mysterious aerial phenomena or unidentified flying objects are encouraged to write to the provided contact addresses. They assure full discretion in handling reported incidents. The magazine expresses hope that interested parties will find CENAP a good partner for serious and earnest UFO research.

Contact addresses provided are:

• Werner Walter Eisenacher Weg 16 68 Mannheim-42

• Hans Jürgen Köhler Limbacher Str.6 68 Mannheim-52

CENAP-REPORT and Probe Exemplars

The magazine announces that CENAP-REPORT will report on new findings in UFO research and include novel UFO reports. Free sample copies of the CENAP-REPORT are available for 0.50 DM in postage stamps to cover shipping costs, obtainable from the contact points mentioned above. The magazine also invites readers to send in their opinions and critiques of the probe exemplar.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the potential for global catastrophe (linked to the Atlantis myth), a critique of the current state of UFO research in Germany, and the promotion of a new, more scientific and objective approach through the CENAP initiative. The editorial stance is clearly in favor of rigorous, evidence-based UFO research, distancing itself from occult, spiritualist, and pseudoscientific elements that are perceived to be hindering the field's progress and credibility.