CENAP REPORT

Magazine Overview

This issue of CENAP REPORT, identified as issue 1.92 and volume Dr.191, was published on January 21, 1992. The magazine is from Germany and is published in German. The cover headline is "UFO-Meldungen aus Deutschland" (UFO Reports from Germany), and the price is 1.92 DM.

Main Articles and Features

The US is Shutting Down Military Radar Stations

This article by Cornel Faltin reports on the deactivation of US military radar stations as part of disarmament efforts. The radar command center at "Mountain Home" Air Force Base in Idaho is scheduled to close on July 1, 1991, saving approximately 65 million Marks. While the Pentagon cites improved relations with the Soviet Union as the reason, experts suggest budget constraints are a factor. The closure of a second radar center in Bangor, Maine, was averted, but it will now operate only 40 hours a week. Senators George J. Mitchell and William S. Cohen fought against the closure, with Cohen expressing dissatisfaction with the reduced operational hours, stating it might not provide satisfactory security. The article touches on the debate about whether these cutbacks endanger US security, with proponents of the radar stations fearing a loss of deterrence against potential Soviet bomber attacks. However, a Pentagon official believes the US will remain secure due to the end of the Cold War and the existence of other control systems. The article also mentions the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and an incident where a Cuban pilot flew a MiG 23 past Key West without being detected by NORAD.

Outdated Computers are the Weakness

Critics point to outdated Q-93 computers, installed in 1983, as a weakness in the NORAD control system. While the radar systems can track up to 150 aircraft simultaneously, the Q-93 computers can only handle 50, leaving the rest unmonitored. Despite these concerns, NORAD is not expected to be closed in the coming years, with its contract with Canada extended until 1996. Colonel Harri N. Madson of the 776th Radar Squadron in Bangor expresses concern about the reduced operational hours of the Bangor radar, which cost approximately 1.7 billion Marks and can monitor an area of 16 million square kilometers. The Bangor center can see beyond the horizon by receiving signals from the ionosphere, extending its range to 800-3200 kilometers. The article also notes the closure of Carswell AFB in Ft. Worth, rumored to have housed wreckage from the Roswell UFO incident, as well as Loring AFB in Maine and Wurtsmith AFB in Michigan, which were reportedly targeted by UFOs in 1975. Dr. Bruce Maccabee's department at the Naval Surface War Center is also closing.

UFOs are Time Machines?

Local author Ernst Meckelburg proposes that UFOs are actually time machines used by future generations to visit us. He bases this theory on an article by three American astrophysicists. Meckelburg's book, "Zeittunnel Reisen an den Rand der Ewigkeit" (Time Tunnel Journeys to the Edge of Eternity), explores this idea. The article also mentions a UFO sighting in Bucharest on May 30/31, 1991, where residents reported seeing a UFO moving erratically. A journalist described a bright object at several thousand meters altitude, but a Romanian Ministry of Defense representative suggested it might have been an optical illusion or a weather trick.

Luminous Objects

This section lists several sightings of luminous objects:

• May 12, 1974: NATO bases in the Lower Rhine region (Moers, Rheinberg, Larbruch) reported two luminous flying objects, leading to an alert at Larbruch air base.
• April 16, 1976: Three witnesses observed the landing of a cone-shaped luminous object on a military training ground near Hann. Münden.
• January 13/14, 1980: Around Bremen, eight witnesses, including an air traffic controller, observed an object described as "as large as a cargo plane" flying at 500-1000 meters altitude. The object was pursued by police.

We Are Not Alone

This section recommends the book "Jenseits von Top Secret" by UFO expert Timothy Good, which discusses secret government knowledge about UFOs. It mentions that every US president is briefed on UFOs upon taking office and that there is a UFO observation station at RAF Rudloe Manor in England. The article also notes that "OVNI" (the French abbreviation for UFO) is a programmed keyword in Belgian police computers following a mass sighting in Eupen and Wavre in Belgium in March 1990.

Love Children

This section addresses the question of whether UFOs exist, noting that while most sightings are explained as misidentifications or hoaxes, a significant percentage remain unexplained. It highlights that many witnesses are trained observers like police officers and pilots, and that reports from around the world share striking similarities. The section also includes a historical anecdote about Goethe's sighting of a strange, blinking, amphitheater-like phenomenon in 1768, which ufologists interpret as a landed or hovering UFO.

UFOs and the German TV Series 'Raumschiff ORION'

This article explores the connection between the popular 1960s German science fiction TV series 'Raumschiff ORION' and the UFO phenomenon in Germany. The author argues that the series, which depicted a spaceship resembling a flying saucer, significantly influenced public perception of UFOs and contributed to the 'UFO fever' that swept through Germany in the mid-1960s. The article suggests that 'Raumschiff ORION' was a cultural milestone that brought science fiction and the concept of space travel to a wider audience, potentially fostering an interest in UFOs.

1991 - The Final Crash of the UFOs?

This section reviews the book "UFO Crash at Roswell" by Kevin Randle and Donald R. Schmitt, published in 1991. The book is described as a rehash of the Roswell incident, with new witnesses presented. Philip J. Klass is quoted as calling it an "inflated clone" of earlier works. The article suggests that the authors, like previous proponents of the Roswell cover-up theory, overlook hard facts that contradict their narrative. It also mentions the CRRES program, an experiment involving the release of chemicals in the atmosphere, which reportedly led to UFO sightings and the appearance of large, colored atmospheric phenomena.

UFO Hunting Begins: Who Has Seen Strange Things?

This article announces that the research group CENAP, led by Werner Walter, is seeking reports of UFO sightings from East Germany to compare with data from West Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. CENAP has investigated approximately 240 sightings. They are requesting serious accounts of strange aerial phenomena, including photos and videos, and will provide special questionnaires to observers. The goal is to create a documentation and avoid the UFO topic being trivialized by nonsensical reports.

The Best UFO Photos in the World: Now Available!

This section promotes Guido Moosbrugger's book "Und sie fliegen doch! UFOs: Die größte Herausforderung des 20. Jahrhunderts," which features photos from Billy Meier. It also advertises the "UFO-Foto-Kalender 1992" from Verlag Hesemann, offering monthly color photos of UFOs. The article also mentions "UFO-REPORT," a quarterly magazine published by Wladislaw Raab.

UFO-Report: Documentar-Cassette

This is an advertisement for a 108-minute audio cassette titled "Psychostriptease aus dem Reich der U.F.O.-Träume" (Psychostriptease from the Realm of U.F.O. Dreams), available from Verlag Klaus Webner Produktionen.

UFO News Service

This is a brief mention of UFO News Service issue 2/1991, a compilation of newspaper reports from German and English sources.

Fred Steckling Dies

This is an obituary for Fred Steckling, a UFO researcher and representative of the George Adamski Foundation International (GAFI), who passed away on August 19, 1991. He was known for his work on human life on other planets.

Chemical Experiments in the Atmosphere Cause UFO Fever

This article discusses the CRRES program, which involves releasing chemicals into the atmosphere to study interactions with the ionosphere. It notes that the US Air Force is also involved, aiming to understand the effects of space radiation on microelectronics. The program has led to reports of UFO activity and unusual atmospheric phenomena.

Official UFO Landing

This is a short report about a police trick in Hardenberg, Netherlands, where police used a fake UFO landing announcement to catch illegal police radio listeners. Around 150 people showed up and were reprimanded.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the UFO phenomenon from various angles, including eyewitness accounts, scientific investigations, and historical perspectives. There's a clear interest in UFO sightings within Germany and a critical examination of official explanations and potential cover-ups. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-mindedness towards the possibility of extraterrestrial phenomena, while also maintaining a degree of skepticism towards sensationalism and unsubstantiated claims. The inclusion of children's perspectives and science fiction references suggests an effort to engage a broad audience and explore the cultural impact of UFOs. The magazine also seems to be a platform for UFO researchers and organizations like CENAP to share their findings and solicit public participation.

Title: Chemnitzer Tageblatt
Issue Date: November 18, 1991
Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of the Chemnitzer Tageblatt delves into the persistent phenomenon of UFO sightings, exploring both recent reports and historical cases. It highlights the work of UFO researchers and the challenges they face in a world often skeptical of such claims.

UFO Sightings and Investigations

The main article, "Wer hat einmal Ufos gesehen?" (Who Has Seen UFOs?), focuses on the efforts of Werner Walter, a UFO researcher from Mannheim and member of the CENAP (Centrales Erforschungsnetz außergewöhnlicher Himmelsphänomene) group. CENAP aims to scientifically investigate unusual aerial phenomena. Walter is seeking reports from the Chemnitz area, previously the German Democratic Republic (GDR), to compare with data from West Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. He notes that approximately nine to eleven percent of adults have reported seeing something inexplicable in the sky at some point in their lives.

The article emphasizes the personal impact of UFO sightings, with witnesses often facing ridicule. Walter stresses the importance of discussing these experiences with knowledgeable individuals. CENAP uses detailed questionnaires to gather information for scientific analysis.

Case Studies and Analysis

Roswell Incident: The magazine revisits the famous Roswell incident of July 1947, where alleged UFO wreckage and alien bodies were recovered. It questions the official explanation and highlights the claims of a government cover-up, citing a MUFON UFO Journal report from 1985.

Puebla UFO Crash (1977): A significant portion of the issue is dedicated to the UFO incident in Puebla, Mexico, on July 29, 1977. Filmmakers Alfredo Ripstein and Salomon Wallerstein captured footage of unidentified objects. The article details the discovery of metallic fragments near Jopala, Mexico, which were analyzed and found to be an unusual iron alloy, possibly of extraterrestrial origin. However, a letter from Captain D.W. Ritt of the United States Space Command (USSPACECOM) identifies the object as the re-entry of the Soviet satellite COSMOS 929, correlating its trajectory with witness reports and the provided map. This official explanation suggests the Puebla event was not an extraterrestrial craft but space debris.

German UFO Sightings: Several recent sightings from Germany are reported:

• Rügen (April 18-19, 1990): Herr H.H. from Rastatt observed bright lights and a 'light ball' phenomenon over the island of Rügen. Investigations by the German Navy and Danish UFO Information yielded no confirmation of military exercises or rescue operations.
• Ludwigshafen (July 13, 1991): Multiple witnesses reported seeing reddish, luminous objects. One described a 'fireball' moving silently, while another observed a round 'disc' or sphere. Initial speculation included party balloons, but the descriptions suggest something more unusual.
• Ludwigshafen (July 25, 1991): Frau Annette Neumann reported seeing two objects. The first, described as a helicopter, flew in a zig-zag pattern. The second, larger object displayed a remarkable color-changing behavior, shifting through red, white, green, and blue lights. It was speculated that the first object might have been a helicopter from a nearby landing pad, and the second could have been a bright star like Capella.
• Mannheim-Sandhofen (June 29, 1991): Rentnerin Elisabeth Ott observed what she initially thought was a burning airplane that stopped in the sky and seemed to observe her before disappearing.
• Lake Constance (June 14, 1977): Two customs officers reported seeing a burning aircraft crash into Lake Constance. Despite extensive searches by police and the Bundeswehr, no wreckage was found, leading to speculation of a comet or UFO crash.

UFOlogy and its Context

The issue touches upon the broader landscape of UFOlogy, mentioning the UMMO saga, a long-standing belief in extraterrestrial contact originating from a planet named Ummo. It also references the work of authors like Erich von Däniken and Johannes von Buttlar, and the commercialization of UFO topics in magazines like "2000- Magazin für Neues Bewusstsein" and "Magazin 2000."

There's a brief mention of the influence of "occult waves" and fantasy figures on children, with a warning from a Bamberg pedagogue about the potential impact of certain toys and media on young minds.

Editorial Stance and Themes

The magazine appears to adopt a critical yet open-minded approach to UFO phenomena. While presenting witness accounts and investigative efforts, it also includes official explanations and skeptical viewpoints, such as the analysis of the Puebla incident as space debris. The recurring theme is the persistent mystery of unexplained aerial phenomena and the ongoing human quest for answers, often met with skepticism and ridicule.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the investigation of UFO sightings, the analysis of alleged UFO crashes, the challenges of distinguishing between genuine phenomena and hoaxes or misidentifications, and the societal skepticism towards UFO witnesses. The editorial stance seems to be one of diligent research, presenting evidence and official explanations side-by-side, and acknowledging the enduring fascination with the unknown. There's a clear effort to separate credible research (like CENAP's) from more sensationalist or pseudoscientific claims.