Catalogue des formes

Magazine Overview

This document is the second edition of the "CATALOGUE DES FORMES PARTICULIÈRES" (Catalog of Peculiar Shapes), published by the Comité Nord-Est des Groupements Ufologiques (CNEGU) on December 26, 1987. It serves as a compilation of UAP (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena) shapes observed in Northeastern France and Luxembourg, based on reports gathered by various ufological research groups.

Introduction

The CNEGU brings together several ufological research groups, including ADRUP, CVLDLN, GPUN, and GROUPE 5255. These groups collaborate on projects covering the French departments 21, 52, 54, 55, 57, 67, 68, 70, 88, 90, as well as Luxembourg. This catalog is an evolving work, updated periodically, and follows previous annual or thematic catalogs. It is the result of collective work.

Avertissement (Warning)

The cases documented in this catalog have been investigated by the various member groups. The catalog acknowledges that some cases might eventually be explained. Its primary purpose is not to classify or elucidate these cases but to present the observed forms. The drawings are either direct reproductions of witness sketches or interpretations based on witness declarations, with this distinction noted where possible. The catalog aims to be a foundational tool for studying the shape aspect of the phenomenon, though it emphasizes that detailed investigation reports are necessary for a more precise analysis. Simple shapes like balls or luminous points without distinctive features are excluded.

This second edition includes suppressed cases, added new cases, and updated existing ones, resulting in changes to all the plates.

Presentation

• The document is structured into several sections:
• Planches de formes avec dessins (Plates of shapes with drawings): Numbered sequentially from 1 to n, these plates contain the visual representations of the UAP shapes.
• List by drawing number: This list provides corresponding details for each drawing, including:
• Drawing number
• Date of observation
• Location of observation
• Department of observation
• Investigating group (abbreviated)
• A column (D) indicating the source of the drawing: 'O' for original witness drawing, 'R' for reconstruction based on witness testimony, or 'P0' for based on a photo.

Catalogue Entries (Pages 3-5)

• Pages 3 through 5 contain the detailed catalog entries, listing observations chronologically by date, or by drawing number. Each entry includes:
• No: The sequential number of the drawing.
• DATE: The date of the observation, with some entries indicating uncertainty (e.g., '??.03.1966').
• LIEU (Location): The specific place where the observation occurred.
• DPT: The French department code.
• END: The investigating group's abbreviation (e.g., GPU, GRO, CVL, ADR).
• D: The source of the drawing ('O', 'R', 'P0', or 'CVL' which seems to be another abbreviation for a group or source).

The dates range from 1949 (entry 47) to 1987 (entry 1). The locations span various towns and regions within the specified departments and Luxembourg.

Planches de Formes (Plates of Shapes) (Pages 6-10)

• Pages 6 through 10 present the visual plates, each containing multiple numbered drawings of UAP shapes. These drawings illustrate a wide variety of forms, including:
• Saucer-shaped objects, some with lights or domes.
• Cigar-shaped objects.
• Triangular craft.
• Spherical or disc-like objects.
• Objects with radiating lights or energy.
• Amorphous or cloud-like shapes.
• Objects with multiple components or lights.
• Some drawings include annotations like 'T1' and 'T2', possibly indicating different phases or aspects of the sighting.

Remark (Note)

The CNEGU welcomes any remarks regarding the content, form, or details of this catalog.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme is the systematic cataloging of UAP shapes based on eyewitness accounts and investigations. The editorial stance is one of diligent data collection and presentation, aiming to provide a resource for ufological research. The CNEGU emphasizes the collaborative nature of their work and the evolving status of the catalog. There is a clear distinction made between raw witness data and interpreted or reconstructed information. The publication serves as a factual record of observed phenomena, without necessarily offering explanations for each case. The inclusion of detailed observation data, even for seemingly simple shapes, highlights a commitment to thoroughness in documenting UAP reports from the region.

Title: PLANCHE DE FORMES
Issue: 6
Date: December 26, 1987
Publisher: CNEGU
Content Type: Classification of UAP shapes.

Classification of UAP Shapes

The document 'Planche de Formes' (Sheet of Shapes), issue 6, published by CNEGU on December 26, 1987, presents a detailed catalog of various unidentified flying object (UAP) shapes encountered. The introduction notes that a diverse range of forms are observed, with some aligning with the classic S.V. (Flying Saucer) type, while others are described as 'for the least strange'. The publication aims to study these similarities and differences more closely.

Several categories of shapes and their associated case numbers are highlighted:

• Similar Forms: Cases 40 and 46 are noted for their very close shapes and similar colors.
• Triangular Shapes: Cases 27 and 72 depict pointed triangles with the base forward.
• Pear-Shaped Objects: Cases 28 and 66 describe objects resembling pears, featuring an internal band that suggests escaping gases, possibly indicating nozzles. These are described as having gases escaping towards the 'rear'.
• Spherical 'Necklaces': Cases 31 and 98 are identified by nearly identical 'necklaces' of spheres.
• Similar Cases: Cases 18 and 57 are noted as being very similar.
• Crescent Shapes: Cases 33 and 91 are described as 'crescents', with case 103 also mentioned. Some phases of cases 9 and 12 are also noted, with points potentially directed downwards.
• Lenticular Shapes: A significant number of cases, including 24, 30, 92, 94, 95, 107, 108, 113, and 114, are classified as classic lenticular types, with varying degrees of detail.
• Spherical Objects with Internal Structure: Cases 37, 44, 53, 54, 65, 86, 110, and 117 feature spherical objects, each possessing a distinct internal part or a structured appearance.
• Spherical Objects with 'Headlights': Cases 53, 54, and 70 are specifically mentioned as spherical objects equipped with 'headlights'.
• 'Nuts and Bolts' Type: Cases 6, 17, 35, 36, 38, 77, 78, 80, 81, 97, 111, and 123 are presented as the 'vanguard' of UAPs described as 'nuts and boltiques' (mechanical or assembled appearance).
• Aircraft-like Objects: Cases 49 and 124 are noted for resembling classic aircraft, although this resemblance was not definitively proven.
• Inverted Positions: Cases 52 and 55 (not the group, but individual cases) share the same shape but are observed in inverted positions.
• Quadrangular Shapes: Cases 9, 12, 40, 46, 50, 51, 69, 87, and 89 exhibit quadrangular aspects without being very closely related.

The document concludes by inviting the reader to judge the 'prettiest' and most intriguing cases, with the author personally favoring cases 20, 93, and 112.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this issue is the systematic classification and analysis of UAP shapes based on eyewitness accounts. The editorial stance appears to be one of careful observation and data collection, aiming to identify patterns and categorize phenomena. The CNEGU organization is presented as a body dedicated to studying these reports, encouraging further investigation into the similarities and strangeness of observed UAP forms. The tone is analytical and descriptive, focusing on the visual characteristics of the reported objects.