Informatsionnyi Bulleten po Anomalnym Yavleniyam - No 13 - 1988

Magazine Overview

This document is the "Information Bulletin KUTSA" (ИНФОРМАЦИОННЫЙ БЮЛЛЕТЕНЬ КУЦА), issue number 3 for the year 1988. It was published by KUTs and is in Russian. The bulletin covers news and developments in the field of UFO research and related phenomena.

Key News Items

UFO Study Group Resumes Work in Moscow

After a period of inactivity, a UFO study group in Moscow, led by F.Yu. Zigel, has recommenced its operations. The group has been active since the summer of 1987 and has now been working for 30 years.

Poltergeist Investigation Methodology

Researcher V.N. Fomenko from the Moscow region has developed and submitted a methodological guideline to the USSR Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD SSSR). This document, titled "Project Instruction for MVD Employees on Actions in Case of Poltergeist Phenomena," is intended to aid in the investigation of poltergeist cases. The bulletin indicates that a similar methodology for UFO researchers, also developed by V.N. Fomenko, will be published in a future issue.

Commission on Anomalous Phenomena in Tomsk

Reports from UFO researchers continue to be submitted to the plenary session of the school-seminar of the Commission on Anomalous Phenomena (Ал) under the All-Union Central Council of Trade Unions (ВС НТО) in Tomsk. Preliminary data suggests that the organizing committee will review all submitted applications, of which there are already around 200.

New Book on Poltergeists

For those interested in the problem of poltergeists, a book titled "Mythological Tales of the Russian Population of Eastern Siberia" (Мифологические рассказы русского населения Восточной Сибири) is recommended. Published by Nauka in 1987 in Novosibirsk, it is available via mail order.

Operation 'Oseminog' (Octopus)

This section details a proposed operation named 'Oseminog' aimed at the rapid detection, tracking, and recording of UFOs. The primary drawback identified in UFO research is the lack of promptness in data collection, as new discoveries are often made while traces are still fresh.

Objectives and Methodology

Operation 'Oseminog' is designed for rapid notification, within 1-2 minutes, among participants regarding UFO sightings using city and long-distance telephone lines. The core idea is to establish an urgent alert system connecting local UFOlogists with 'operational information providers' (ОПИ).

Operational Information Providers (OPI)

The OPI network comprises several categories of individuals and organizations:
1. Hydro- and meteorological service workers.
2. Traffic police (GAI) officers.
3. Newspaper editorial staff.
4. Amateur and professional astronomical observation posts and observatories.
5. Civil aviation and radar service personnel.
6. Military units and radar stations.
7. Satellite reconnaissance and diagnostics services.

The connection between local UFOlogists and OPI is based on a pre-arranged program and voluntary cooperation.

Alert Procedure

When an OPI receives an urgent report of a UFO sighting, designated responsible individuals within the OPI must contact 2 or 3 local UFOlogists who are participants in the 'Oseminog' operation. They will be notified via telephone with a signal, for example: "Alarm. Oseminog. Yaroslavl Oblast. Vorobino village. 21:30. Southwest. Ivanov." This indicates a UFO sighting over Yaroslavl Oblast, near Vorobino, at 21:30, heading southwest, with the information relayed by OPI Ivanov.

The recipient of the OPI information then alerts 2-3 local UFOlogists, preferably located in different parts of the city or region, using a two-way radio or similar device. These participants are expected to have appropriate equipment ready for UFO registration, including photo and film cameras, magnetometers, and gravimeters.

Information Dissemination

Once the information is received, it must be transmitted to other 'Oseminog' operation participants in neighboring regions without distortion. If the long-distance telephone connection is fast and affordable (50-80 kopecks per call), information can be relayed to OPI researchers in adjacent regions within 1-2 minutes. These researchers should also possess measurement equipment.

'All Clear' Signal and Hierarchy

If a UFO is not detected within 2-3 hours of the initial alert, an 'all clear' signal ('Otboy trevogi') can be issued. Interested individuals may continue their observations. The 'all clear' signal is not transmitted to other cities. Priority is given to alerting UFOlogists in neighboring regions in the direction of the UFO's movement.

Within a region, participants in the 'Oseminog' operation are organized hierarchically:
1. Head of the UFO service.
2. First Deputy Head.
3. Second Deputy Head.

The Head of the UFO service is responsible for overall management, issuing and canceling alarm signals, maintaining contact with UFOlogists in other cities, developing methodologies, and liaising with OPI services. The First Deputy Head conducts measurements and photography, and substitutes for the Head in their absence, maintaining contact with public enthusiasts. The Second Deputy Head also conducts measurements and observations, photography, and substitutes for the First Deputy Head.

Participant Responsibilities

Participants in the 'Oseminog' operation must know the precise coordinates of out-of-town researchers and program participants. The operation begins at 19:00 local time and concludes at 7:00 AM the following day, with no days off. Participants are encouraged to rest but remain ready for practical implementation of the operation and should inform their families about potential calls.

Data Collection and Information Freshness

If a UFO is detected and tracked via long-distance telephone across different time zones by USSR UFOlogists, valuable scientific information about its physical properties can be obtained. If a UFO moves out of the night zone (e.g., into a neighboring region where it is 7 AM or later), data is relayed back to the OPI services of their respective regions, particularly those with radar capabilities. In such cases, telephone tracking ceases, and evening vigils are organized.

In large cities with multiple amateur UFO research groups, there should be no competition for leadership within 'Oseminog.' Instead, mutual assistance and equality should prevail. Disputes are resolved at general meetings or brought before an association comprising representatives from each research group. The Head of the UFO service and their two deputies are approved by the association.

Measurement Standards

For UFO registration, it is recommended to test the reaction of a tungsten resistance sensor to establish a unified standard for measurements. Obtaining a spectrogram of UFO luminescence and measuring gravitational field disturbances are also suggested. Having a portable radiometer and a self-recording device would be beneficial.

Data Publication and Reporting

Collected data can be included in the KUTs bulletin and should be logged in a registration journal. Telephone transmission of UFO data is permitted only if the information is recent, meaning the event occurred no more than 6 hours prior to reporting.

Information is categorized by freshness:
1. 1st Category: Observed within the last hour.
2. 2nd Category: Observed within the last 3 hours.
3. 3rd Category: Observed within the last 6 hours.

'Instantaneous' information is defined as data transmitted to the UFO service within 10 minutes of observation, based on A.S. Kuzovkina's report "Report on the Statistical Analysis of UFO Phenomena in the USSR for the Period 1900-1980." An OPI reporting the signal almost immediately upon sighting (approx. 60 seconds) provides instantaneous information, allowing time for assessment and telephone contact.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The bulletin strongly advocates for proactive and rapid information gathering in UFO research, emphasizing the importance of timely reporting and coordinated efforts. The 'Oseminog' operation exemplifies this stance, aiming to create an efficient network for data collection. The editorial tone is encouraging and calls for initiative and resourcefulness from participants. There is a clear focus on practical investigation, methodology development, and the potential for scientific discovery through systematic observation and data analysis. The publication also highlights the importance of collaboration among researchers and the dissemination of findings through bulletins and potentially books.