Inforespace - No 93

Magazine Overview

This issue of inforespace, identified as number 93 and in its 25th year, was published in April 1996. The cover headline announces "ufologie phénomènes spatiaux" (Ufology: Spatial Phenomena).

UFO Sightings in the Marquesas Islands

The magazine features a detailed article titled "OVNI aux Marquises" (UFOs in the Marquesas Islands) by Patrick Ferryn, detailing personal observations and collected testimonies of unidentified aerial phenomena in the French Polynesian archipelago. Ferryn, who has resided in the Marquesas for a significant period, explains his shift from skepticism to active interest in UFOs, emphasizing the scientific approach of curiosity and observation. He recounts several incidents:

Early Observations (Undated)

• Mr. T. Bruneau, fisherman-cultivator: Reported seeing a large, silent, non-flaming light in the bushes at night, which his horse refused to approach.
• The Dordillon brothers: Recounted observing a luminous point moving at high speed from the ocean towards the coast, performing rapid, straight-line movements before stabilizing near the coast, emitting a greenish-white light.

Later Observations (Undated to Specific Dates)

• A technical teaching professor and a municipal police officer (circa 1985): While at sea, they observed two greenish luminous spheres emerge from the ocean, moving at high speed towards the sky. The police officer, D.T., confirmed similar sightings by other fishermen but later claimed to remember nothing.
• October 5, 1988: Following a seismic event, the author and his son Tamatoa observed a luminous phenomenon described as a concentrated mass of clouds at a specific azimuth. This mass evolved into a vertical column with internal, intense white-blue flashes originating from a disc-like or spherical source. The phenomenon was stationary and lasted for approximately four hours, with the flashes occurring at regular intervals. The light was described as blinding and illuminating the entire column in yellow-red hues, with a delayed white-blue flash at the top.
• August 9, 1992: The author and his second son, Toerau, observed an orange disc-shaped object moving horizontally at high altitude along a ridge, disappearing behind it. The object was described as having a lenticular shape and emitting a faint glow.
• March 22, 1993: A neighbor, B.T., reported seeing a lenticular, oval object with dull peripheral lights descending from cliffs and disappearing into the terrain.

Direct Observations by the Author

• February 21, 1991: The author and his son Tamatoa observed a luminous column from their mountain home. Initially perceived as lightning, the flashes became more intense and were noted to be white, unlike typical yellow-blue lightning. The phenomenon was described as a massive, stationary cloud column with intense, non-thunderous flashes, resembling a photographic flash. The light covered the ground like liquid gold, leaving a trail of dead vegetation.

Analysis and Characteristics

The author details the characteristics of the observed phenomena, including duration, intensity, color, behavior (stationary, rapid movement, vertical displacement), and the lack of accompanying sound. He notes the difficulty in estimating dimensions and the potential for hypnotic suggestion. The article also mentions reports sent to meteorological departments and GEPAN, with no follow-up.

The Roswell Incident and Project Mogul

Another section of the magazine delves into the Roswell incident, referencing various sources and investigations. It discusses the "Roswell Report: Fact versus Fiction in the New Mexico Desert" by Colonel Richard L. Weaver and 1st Lieutenant James McAndrew, published by the USAF in 1995. The article touches upon the controversy surrounding the alleged crash, the nature of the debris, and the role of intelligence agencies. It mentions the "Project Mogul" and its connection to the Roswell event, including a photograph of Project Mogul balloon train assemblies.

The text also critiques certain interpretations and authors, such as Frank Kaufmann, Randle, and Schmitt, and their contributions to the Roswell narrative. It refers to the "Kaufmann-X-Files" and the "Roswell Saucer Crash Story." The article highlights the ongoing debate about government secrecy and the interpretation of evidence related to the Roswell incident.

Bibliographical References and Errata

The issue includes extensive bibliographical references related to UFO research, particularly concerning the Roswell incident and related topics. An erratum notes spelling mistakes in the first part of an article and clarifies the misplacement of references related to GAO and USAF reports.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of Inforespace demonstrates a commitment to exploring unexplained aerial phenomena with a detailed, case-study approach, particularly focusing on eyewitness accounts. The magazine appears to maintain a stance of open inquiry into UFO sightings, presenting evidence and testimonies while also acknowledging the need for critical analysis and scientific methodology. The recurring themes include unexplained lights, aerial objects, potential government involvement or cover-ups, and the personal impact of witnessing such events. The editorial stance encourages readers to consider these phenomena seriously, as evidenced by the detailed nature of the reports and the inclusion of scientific and investigative perspectives.

This issue of OVNI magazine, identified as issue 95, focuses on "Arrêt sur image" (Still Image) and compiles various witness testimonies of unexplained aerial phenomena and UFO sightings. The content is primarily in French, with a focus on events that occurred in French Polynesia and other locations.

Witness Accounts and Sightings

Case C: August 16, 1992 (Tahiti)

Toerau returned to Tahiti and reported observing a triangle of light moving at very high speed at sea, witnessed by other passengers and crew members of the ship Aranui.

Case D: August 17, 1992 (Col)

For about fifteen days, dogs at the col (mountain pass) barked furiously from dusk until nightfall. The cause remained a mystery, with the author questioning if it was related to an animal or an OVNI.

Case E: April 11, 1993 (Aneou Valley)

While visiting friends, the author and others witnessed a strange phenomenon in the sky. As the sun set, a triangular opening in the clouds appeared, becoming increasingly luminous. An unusual, thin, undulating light rose from the ground towards this opening. This was followed by a bright flash, and then a luminous disk was seen at the center of the opening, emitting a ring of light that expanded.

Page 2 - Continued Sightings

Valley Observation: The author recounts an experience in a valley where they witnessed a series of bluish flashes moving away from the ground and ascending rapidly. This occurred during a deep sleep, and the witnesses woke up thirsty.

August 8, 1993 (Home Observation): While reviewing notes, the author realized this observation occurred exactly one year after the 'col' incident. At 7 PM, while watching television, the author noticed a luminous point in the sky moving rapidly from N-NW to S-SE. The object's movement was unusual, oscillating and then suddenly changing direction at high speed, splitting into multiple objects that moved independently. One object moved towards Nuku Hiva, while another became stationary. Later, a bright meteorite exploded in a shower of light, potentially originating from the point where the first object had been stationary.

Children's Reaction: The children's reaction was one of wonder, asking "What is there so much of up there!". The family observed similar celestial events for several nights, including an object moving from South to North at high speed, emitting pulsed yellow light. These were clearly not conventional aircraft lights due to the distance covered between light pulses.

Case III: November 2, 1988 (Marquises)

An article from "La Dépêche de Tahiti" reports that about twenty witnesses saw five luminous "saucers" on Sunday morning in Taiohae and Ua Huka. Fishermen waiting for tuna observed the lights moving in concert, changing color from red to green, and then forming a triangle. The phenomenon lasted for about two minutes. Other testimonies confirmed the sighting, and a fisherman off Ua Huka saw the same thing, as did some sailors on the Aranui.

Case IV: Conclusion

The author states that the text was written with sincerity, using written notes and journals to establish a chronology. They have not observed anything for almost two years and leave it to friends in Nuku Hiva to share their own testimonies, as strange phenomena have also occurred there.

Collaboration and Previous Events

This text was transmitted by MM. Gérard Grêde and François Dederen, who collaborate on a quarterly review about Easter Island. An subscriber, M. Jean-Louis Candelot, read a book about the Belgian wave and recalled various OVNI manifestations he and others had witnessed.

Remark

This observation is to be compared with the OVNI sighted at Ua Pou on October 5, 1988.

Our Investigations

Due to the abundance of material, the results of the investigation into the "Thier à Liège" observations on August 24, 1995, featuring an encounter with a humanoid entity, could not be published in this issue. This dossier will be revisited later.

OVNI Magazine Editorial Stance

The editorial section, "Arrêt sur image," discusses the state of UFO research. It acknowledges the enthusiasm of amateurs but notes the lack of concrete evidence to support extraordinary claims. The editor expresses a desire for more rigorous investigation and a willingness to explore hypotheses, but also cautions against excessive speculation. The issue highlights a cover featuring a stylized UFO or light, suggesting a focus on visual evidence and immediate observations.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are witness testimonies of UFO sightings, particularly focusing on luminous aerial objects and unusual flight behaviors. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-mindedness towards unexplained phenomena, while also emphasizing the need for careful documentation and investigation. There's a sense of ongoing mystery and a desire to understand these events, even if definitive explanations are lacking. The magazine aims to document these occurrences and encourage further research and sharing of experiences.