Chetvertoye Izmereniye - 1998 No 02

Magazine Overview

This issue of "ЧЕТВЕРТОЕ ИЗМЕРЕНИЕ И НЛО" (Fourth Dimension and UFOs), dated No. 2, 1998, is published by the Yaroslavl Public UFO Center and is freely distributed. The main cover headline is "PERFECTLY NOT SECRET".

Cover Story: "PERFECTLY NOT SECRET"

The lead article addresses a provocative publication by Anton Anfalov, coordinator of the Ukrainian Ufological Association (UKUFAS), in the newspaper "Fourth Dimension and UFOs" (No. 12, December 1997). Anfalov accused Vladimir Azhazha, a prominent Russian ufologist, of being a special services agent and a suppressor of the truth about extraterrestrial civilizations. Azhazha refutes Anfalov's claims, clarifying his background and his long involvement in ufology. He asserts that while he has faced opposition and been declared persona non grata by authorities, the issue of government concealment of UFO information and the plight of independent ufologists is a serious matter deserving attention.

Azhazha explains that governments may withhold information about UFOs based on state and military secrets, as control over UFO technology could grant global dominance. He notes that in 1993, the Russian Federation's Security Committee transferred approximately 1300 UFO-related documents to the UFO Center, previously headed by cosmonaut Pavel Popovich. Azhazha suggests that for aspiring ufologists, joining local organizations and acquiring a scientific understanding of UFOs are crucial first steps. He also mentions his upcoming book, "Other Life," which will cover modern ufology.

Azhazha criticizes the common perception of ufology as an easy field requiring no special knowledge, arguing that it often stems from a desire for sensational revelations rather than genuine scientific inquiry. He advocates for fundamental research and new scientific paradigms to understand UFO phenomena, emphasizing the need for qualified scientists rather than dilettantes.

Inventor of Flying Saucers Lives in Rybinsk

This section profiles Anatoly Efimovich Svetsov, an inventor from Rybinsk who has patented five inventions. His current focus is on a new "supportless inertial drive" device, described as a spinner with two balls and a third nearby. Svetsov claims this device, with a two-meter radius and three-kilogram mass, can generate up to five tons of thrust, potentially applicable to rockets or aircraft. He believes his invention could explain the movement of UFOs, particularly their ability to change trajectory and achieve high speeds. Svetsov suggests that if the law of conservation of momentum has an exception allowing movement by internal forces, then the "main secret" of UFO propulsion lies in a mechanism that overcomes gravity without external fields.

Yaroslavl ufologists plan to visit Svetsov's workshop to witness his invention firsthand.

"Black" Programs of the US Air Force

This article, spanning multiple pages, discusses alleged secret US military programs, particularly those of the US Air Force, aimed at developing advanced aircraft. It cites Western journalists and magazines like "Jane's Defence Weekly" that report on these clandestine projects, often funded through hidden budget allocations.

The article lists several "black" programs from the 1950s to the 1990s, including the U-2, SR-71A, B-2 bomber, F-117A stealth fighter, and the proposed hypersonic reconnaissance aircraft "Aurora" and the supersonic tactical reconnaissance aircraft TR-3A "Black Manta." A key characteristic of these programs, except for the U-2, is the extensive use of "STEALTH" technology.

It is suggested that the US Air Force's technological leap, surpassing other nations like the USSR, England, France, and Japan, might be attributed to the incorporation of alien technologies. Statistical studies on UFO shapes are presented, with oval and disc-like forms being most frequently observed.

The article details a 1947 report by Lieutenant General F. Twining of the US Air Force, which acknowledged the reality of "flying discs" and their potential extraterrestrial origin. This led to the establishment of secret UFO investigation projects, including "Project Sign" and later "Majestic 12," initiated by Secretary of Defense James Forrestal. The article mentions the alleged crash of a UFO in Roswell, New Mexico, in 1947, with occupants, and the subsequent secret study of its wreckage and technology.

Further details are provided on the "Aurora" aircraft, described as a hypersonic reconnaissance plane with unique flight characteristics, potentially derived from UFO technology. The article also touches upon the "Belgian Triangles" UFO sightings in 1989-1990, coinciding with the alleged flight tests of "Aurora" and "Black Manta."

"Area 51" and Extraterrestrial Technology

This section focuses on the highly secret "Area 51" in Nevada, USA, a military testing ground where, according to researcher Michael Hesemann and physicist Robert Lazar, UFOs and alien technologies are studied. Lazar claims to have worked in "Zone S-4" near Area 51 and seen alien spacecraft, describing their propulsion system as based on an "element-115" antimatter reactor and gravity amplifiers.

The article also explores the possibility of government UFO research in the former USSR and Russia, referencing a directive for naval personnel to report UFO sightings and mentioning cosmonaut Sergey Korolev's alleged observation of a UFO. It suggests that a laboratory for studying "flying saucers" may have existed in Kapustin Yar and potentially in other locations.

Historical Timeline of Ufology

A chronological list outlines key events in the history of ufology, both domestic and international, from the 1947 Kenneth Arnold sighting to the 1991 publication of a UFO bulletin in the USSR.

Other Sections

• "Are UFOs Stealing Sheriffs?": A historical account from 1889 about a UFO encounter in Arizona where a sheriff allegedly disappeared after pursuing a craft.
• "Three-Fingered Aliens": A personal account from two women in Udmurtia describing an encounter with small, bald beings with three fingers.
• "Selling the Idea of Moving People and Cargo in Space Without Air": An advertisement offering an idea for space travel using astronaut's muscular strength.
• Advertisement for "Poputny Veter" (Tailwind): An offer for advertising space in the Yaroslavl regional weekly newspaper.
• Advertisement for "Business-Press": A job opening for a correspondent at a publishing company.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue consistently explores the intersection of advanced technology, government secrecy, and the possibility of extraterrestrial influence. There's a strong emphasis on debunking sensationalist claims while advocating for serious scientific investigation into UFO phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained aerial phenomena, acknowledging the potential for government cover-ups and the need for transparency. The magazine also highlights local ufological activities and research efforts.