JUFOF - Issue 177 - 2008 03

Magazine Overview

This issue of jufof, the journal for UFO research, is dated March 2008, Volume 29, Number 177. It is published by GEP e.V. and costs 4.50 Euro. The cover prominently features the headline "UFOs und das Erdmagnetfeld" (UFOs and Earth's Magnetic Field), suggesting a research project proposal, and also highlights "Die Agenda der Aliens und Hybride" (The Agenda of Aliens and Hybrids) by Budd Hopkins, and "Entführungen: Gut oder schlecht?" (Abductions: Good or bad?) analyzed by John Carpenter.

Editorial

The editorial, written by Hans-Werner Peiniger, addresses the readers, acknowledging a slight delay in publication due to increased workload and an office move. He reports that over 350 UFO observations were reported in the past year, many of which were identified as sky lanterns. The GEP office has moved to a larger, more affordable space in Lüdenscheid. Peiniger also explains a delay in the previous issue's distribution, caused by the postal service initially classifying it as non-book-rate mail. He announces the annual GEP member meeting on October 18th in Lüdenscheid, with an open session for all interested parties. The issue contains new articles and translated English contributions, and he hopes readers will find it informative.

UFO Observations: Documentations – Evaluations

This section presents several case studies of reported UFO sightings, with detailed analysis:

• Kugelförmige Erscheinung fotografiert (Spherical Appearance Photographed) (Case 20070806 A, Ailingen, Germany, 06.08.2007): A round object was found on a photograph taken by Annemone M. The object was not seen at the time of the photo. Hans-Werner Peiniger identified it as a lens reflection or a blur circle, common phenomena when photographing against the light or with flash.
• Dunkles Objekt über Leverkusen (Dark Object over Leverkusen) (Case 20070818 A, Leverkusen-Pattscheid, Germany, 18.08.2007): Ingrid R. photographed a dark object in a landscape shot. She did not see it at the time. Hans-Werner Peiniger identified it as a bird in flight, explaining that such objects are often missed due to their small size and movement, appearing as blurred streaks.
• Objekt mit Wölbung fotografiert (Object with Curvature Photographed) (Case 20070821 A, Llubi, Mallorca, Spain, 21.08.2007): Katharina W. photographed an object with an upward curve while taking pictures of storm clouds. Hans-Werner Peiniger concluded it was likely a bird in flight, noting that similar photos of insects are also often misidentified.
• Seltsames Objekt über Berlin fotografiert (Strange Object Photographed over Berlin) (Case 20080309 B, Berlin, Germany, 09.03.2008): Alexander B. photographed a strange spot near the Berlin Hauptbahnhof. Jochen Ickinger investigated and, with the help of the witness's friend, identified it as likely a wind-blown plastic bag or tarp, noting a similar object in a photo taken four seconds earlier. The witness, a natural scientist, found this explanation plausible.
• »Rods« über Vogtlandkreis (Rods over Vogtlandkreis) (Case 20070425, Burgstein, Vogtlandkreis, Germany, 25.04.2007): Uwe F. photographed a dark streak that appeared to have the shape of a flying saucer upon digital zoom. Jochen Ickinger's analysis suggests it could be a 'rod' phenomenon, possibly an insect, or something else entirely. He emphasizes the importance of receiving original photos with EXIF data and related shots for proper analysis.
• Ovales Objekt über Gran Canaria (Oval Object over Gran Canaria) (Case 20080416 A, Gran Canaria, Spain, 16.04.2008): Hans Peter L. photographed an unusual object over a slope. Hans-Werner Peiniger identified it as likely an insect in flight, explaining that such objects are often captured as motion blurs and are not optically observed by the photographer. He notes that many such photos submitted to the journal show birds or insects.

Special Features

• Die Agenda der Aliens und Hybride (The Agenda of Aliens and Hybrids): An essay by Budd Hopkins focusing on abduction research.
• Entführungen: Gut oder schlecht? (Abductions: Good or bad?): John Carpenter analyzes the attitudes of abductees.
• Detektion von Magnetfeldänderungen (Detection of Magnetic Field Changes): This section, linked to the cover story, discusses proposals for a cross-group research project on UFOs and Earth's magnetic field.

Short Notes (Kurz notiert)

• Invitation to the open part of the general meeting.
• Call for contributions to the UFO database.
• Report of a winter garden destroyed by fire.

Literature (Literatur)

• "Unconventional Flying Objects"
• "Das heilige Bündel der Azteken" (The Holy Bundle of the Aztecs)

Impressum

The publisher is Gesellschaft zur Erforschung des UFO-Phänomens (GEP) e.V., founded in 1972. The editorial responsibility lies with Hans-Werner Peiniger and Danny Ammon. The journal is published on a non-commercial basis every two months. Subscription details and advertising prices are provided. The magazine is printed by MG-Verlag.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the analysis of UFO sightings, with a strong emphasis on providing rational explanations for photographic evidence, often identifying phenomena as natural objects or atmospheric effects. There is a clear editorial stance favoring rigorous investigation and evidence-based conclusions. The journal also engages with more speculative topics like alien agendas and abduction research, but presents them within a framework of scientific inquiry. The importance of detailed case documentation, including original photographic data and witness testimony, is consistently highlighted. The GEP's commitment to UFO research and community engagement is evident through its publications and member events.

This issue of "JOURNAL FÜR UFO-FORSCHUNG" (Journal for UFO Research), dated 3-2008, issue number 177, focuses on two primary areas: the development and application of a magnetic field sensor for UFO detection and an in-depth exploration of the human-alien hybrid phenomenon.

Detektion von Magnetfeldänderungen als gruppenübergreifendes Forschungsprojekt (Detection of Magnetic Field Changes as a Cross-Organizational Research Project)

This article, authored by Gerhard Gröschel, introduces the "Magnetfeldsensor-UNIT," a device he developed for detecting magnetic field anomalies. Gröschel, an active member of UFO organizations like DEGUFO, GEP, and MUFON-CES, proposes that UFOs may cause changes in the local magnetic field. The sensor is designed to measure these changes, particularly along the Z-axis (vertical), which is theorized to be more affected by aerial objects than the horizontal X and Y axes typically measured by a compass.

The sensor's core functionality involves converting magnetic field variations into electrical voltage, which is then processed by a programmable controller. The device can provide real-time data to a computer or issue an audible warning without one. It is described as mobile, small, and easy to operate with a single rotary knob for sensitivity and function selection. The price is noted as 166.60 €.

• Several operating modes are detailed:
• Position 0 (Real-time mode): For specialists and data collectors, sending all data to a PC.
• Position 1 (Economy mode): Sends only important messages to the PC, minimizing disturbance.
• Position 2 (Wake-up mode): Sends all important data to the PC and activates a buzzer and relay alarm until manually switched off, designed for those who don't want to miss a UFO.
• Position 3-8 (Field mode): Sends important data to the PC and activates the buzzer and relay for two seconds upon each alarm; this is expected to be the most frequently used setting.
• Position 9 (Crop Circle mode): Allows the device to be used like a treasure detector, specifically for detecting magnetic field changes associated with crop circles. This mode suggests connecting a small loudspeaker instead of a computer.

The device requires power from a 9V battery or a mains adapter (included), with a car cigarette lighter adapter also available.

The accompanying PC software, developed by Wolfgang S. (MUFON), is described as high-quality and is provided free with the sensor. It connects via an RS-232 serial interface and displays data graphically, with yellow lines representing magnetic field strength (Channel 1) and red lines representing magnetic field changes (Channel 2). An alarm window shows the date and time of detected alarms.

Gröschel envisions a future where a network of individuals equipped with these sensors across Germany could form an information network. This collective effort could help definitively prove or disprove various physical theories related to UFO phenomena. He poses key questions: Do magnetic field changes play a general role in UFO sightings? Are UFO sightings always accompanied by magnetic field changes, or are there exceptions? If changes occur, what is their cause?

He stresses the importance of an ideology-free and results-oriented collaboration among all UFO organizations for such a project to succeed, emphasizing that certain research questions can only be answered if everyone works together.

Die Agenda der Aliens und Hybride (The Agenda of Aliens and Hybrids)

This section, authored by Budd Hopkins and translated by Kai Böning, delves into the controversial topic of human-alien hybrid programs. Hopkins, a researcher in the field of alien abductions, discusses cases that suggest a systematic program to create hybrid beings through human-alien reproduction.

He notes that while forced sexual encounters are reported, most cases involve technically assisted sperm and egg retrieval. Female abductees have reported hybrid children and "kindergartens." These hybrids are now reportedly adult and are observed integrating into human society, using mind control and telepathic abilities. This suggests an alien infiltration of Earth with an unknown agenda.

Hopkins recounts his early research, starting around 1984, and mentions his publications with David Jacobs on hybrid infants. He refers to the Barney and Betty Hill case (1966) as a starting point for public interest in abductions, highlighting the reproductive aspect. He explains that Betty Hill's egg cells were likely retrieved, and Barney Hill's sperm sample was taken, though this detail was omitted from John Fuller's book "Interrupted Journey" due to its sensitive nature.

According to Hopkins, aliens appear primarily interested in human bodies and physical traits. Over time, researchers discovered that aliens also collected human tissue samples. This interest is described as non-spiritual, contradicting the idea of benevolent beings here to help humanity. Instead, it seems aliens are pursuing their own agenda, which includes creating hybrids.

Hopkins and Jacobs have collected reports of abductions by beings that differ from the typical "grays," having more human-like facial contours and sometimes white irises. Hopkins commissioned drawings of these beings in the early 1980s, noting they appeared more human-like than the "standard gray."

He discusses reports of adult hybrids, often described as women with very dark hair, who can pass as human but possess unusual features. He also recounts cases of male abductees being forced into sexual encounters with female alien beings, who paralyze them. The women are described as having unusual hairstyles, possibly to appear more human.

Hopkins shares a case where a young woman was invited to a "job interview" by a man who seemed to know intimate details about her life, including a past sexual assault. The interview took place in a secluded office, and the man offered her a "job" contingent on her repeating the sexual act she had performed with her friend. When she refused, the man seemed disappointed, and she found herself inexplicably back in her car.

Another case involves a woman who was driven to a field with a small glass house. A group of small gray aliens emerged, and an unexplained event occurred before she was driven home. Her memories of the field and aliens were suppressed, though she retained the memory of the interview.

A man from Canada, who read Hopkins' book "Sight Unseen," reported a similar experience. He was invited to a job interview in Philadelphia, where he met a couple. He was told he needed to travel to Philadelphia for the interview. Upon arrival, he was picked up by a limousine and taken to a building where he was asked physics questions he couldn't answer. The interview lacked details about the job itself, and he was eventually escorted out.

Another report details a young woman who fell asleep during a job interview due to the man's voice. Upon waking, she felt embarrassed and had a sense of unease.

Hopkins also mentions reports of adult male hybrids described as having sharp cheekbones and wearing oddly shaped glasses, with two women independently drawing similar depictions. He notes that these hybrids may use their alien abilities, such as influencing thoughts or communicating telepathically, to adapt to human society. This suggests a complex plan by the aliens, possibly to understand or integrate into our world.

He concludes that there is compelling evidence of a societal infiltration by these beings, but it doesn't appear overtly hostile. They seem to be trying to adapt to human behavior and learn how we act and communicate. He acknowledges that some aspects of this phenomenon are difficult to explain and confront.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The journal consistently explores the intersection of unexplained phenomena with scientific inquiry, advocating for rigorous, data-driven research. The articles highlight the potential of technological advancements, like the magnetic field sensor, to provide empirical evidence for UFO-related hypotheses. There is a strong emphasis on collaboration among different research groups and the importance of sharing data to advance the field. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded investigation, seeking verifiable facts while acknowledging the speculative nature of some topics, such as alien hybrid programs. The publication promotes a proactive, scientific approach to understanding UFOs and related phenomena, moving beyond anecdotal evidence to systematic study.

This issue of JOURNAL FÜR UFO-FORSCHUNG, Volume 3-2008, Issue Nr. 177, published by GEP e.V. in Germany, focuses on a diverse range of topics within UFO research and ufology. The cover highlights current news and an article titled 'Kurz notiert Aktuelle Meldungen' (Briefly Noted Current News).

Abduction Experiences and Hybrid Programs

The issue delves deeply into abduction phenomena, particularly the concept of a recurring 'hybrid program.' An article describes a detailed account of an abductee undergoing a 'job interview' with aliens. This involved telepathic questioning about mundane aspects of daily life, such as waking times, computer usage, and sentence construction. The purpose, as interpreted by researchers like David Jacobs and the author, is for aliens to learn how to integrate into human society and understand human emotions and behaviors. The abductee experienced memory gaps, suggesting the events covered a significant portion of a day.

Another section discusses staged scenarios, such as a man tied to a chair with a pistol, designed to elicit emotional responses from abductees. The aliens are portrayed as seeking to understand and internalize human feelings. The author notes that these are not random experiments but a deliberate, repetitive program.

A particularly poignant aspect explored is the experience of hybrid infants. Kathie Davis recounted being given a hybrid infant, noting the child's fear and the aliens' observation of her maternal reactions. This suggests aliens may be trying to understand or reawaken their own parental instincts, which may have atrophied due to a lack of child-rearing for a long time.

Further details on hybrid infants mention their thin, unkempt hair, indicating a lack of care, which real mothers would provide. The author speculates that aliens might be observing these interactions to learn how to care for their own offspring or to better understand human social dynamics.

The Nature of Abduction Experiences: Good or Bad?

An essay by John Carpenter, translated by Kai Böning, titled 'Entführungen: Gut oder schlecht?' (Abductions: Good or Bad?), examines the subjective nature of abduction experiences. The author posits that discussing whether abductions are good or bad is as contentious as discussing religion or politics, leading to emotional and defensive reactions. He highlights that abductees' experiences are highly polarized, with some viewing them positively and others negatively. This polarization is also observed among researchers. Carpenter emphasizes that there are no definitive answers, and conclusions often depend on the interviewed individuals and the researchers' own biases.

He uses the analogy of a movie viewing to illustrate how identical experiences can lead to vastly different interpretations. Similarly, abductees, despite similar patterns of encounters, report diverse emotional reactions, ranging from amusement and wonder to feelings of violation and hatred. The author suggests that these experiences are deeply personal and influenced by individual emotional states, perceptions, and memory.

UFO Research and Data Collection

Christian Czech is highlighted for his work on the UFO-Datenbank (www.ufo-datenbank.de), a German-language web portal that archives UFO sighting cases and investigation findings. He appeals to UFO researchers and enthusiasts to contribute their collected data, photos, and newspaper articles to ensure the database's completeness.

Specific UFO Cases and Research

Several specific cases and research areas are presented:

• Angel Hair: J. Brian Boldman's contribution to the MUFON 'Unconventional Flying Objects: The Best Evidence' symposium proceedings discusses 'Angel Hair,' a substance appearing after UFO events, presenting cases from historical times up to November 11, 1999, near Sacramento, USA. He concludes it is evidence of UFO technology.
• UFOs and Water: Carl Feindt's research, based on 1076 UFO cases, explores the interaction between UFOs and water. He identifies electromagnetic fields as a likely cause for observed effects on water, with 16 cases originating from Germany, many collected by Ulrich Magin.
• UFOs and Media: John Greenewald's 'UFOs and the Small Screen: A Producer's Tale' is mentioned, detailing his work as a TV producer investigating UFO phenomena.
• Government Policy and UFO Crashes: Linda Moulton Howe's work, including 'UFO Crash Retrievals – U.S. Government Policy of Denial in the Interests of National Security,' is discussed. Her research, including contact with former New Mexico State Representative Andrew Kissner, touches upon alleged government cover-ups of UFO incidents, including the Roswell crash and potential shoot-downs of UFOs in the late 1940s/early 1950s.
• Triangular UFOs: David B. Marler's analysis of historical UFO records shows a significant increase in reports of triangular UFOs since the 1980s. He argues these are not secret military aircraft but an exotic phenomenon, citing sightings dating back to 1936. A German case from June/July 1954 involving over 300 witnesses in West Berlin is mentioned.
• Physical Evidence of UFOs: Ted Phillips's research on UFO landings, spanning from 1490 to 2006, is presented. He has collected 3,252 cases and highlights the importance of physical trace evidence for scientific investigation. His work also includes the 'Moonshaft' project, initiated with Dr. J. Allen Hynek, searching for an unusual artifact mentioned in a diary.
• Iranian UFO Encounter: Ronald S. Regehr describes a spectacular UFO event in Tehran on September 19, 1976, involving a pilot from an F-4 Phantom jet attempting to intercept an unidentified object.

News and Events

The issue includes a section on 'Kurz notiert Aktuelle Meldungen' (Briefly Noted Current News). This section announces an open meeting as part of the GEP-Mitgliederversammlung (GEP Members' Assembly) in Lüdenscheid on October 18, 2008. The event is open to both members and interested individuals to discuss current UFO research topics.

A report details a fire that destroyed a winter garden in Herzogenrath on July 11, 2008, caused by a sky lantern (Heißluftballon). The investigation revealed that residents had reported seeing similar 'burning flying objects' prior to the incident. The police are investigating the case as negligent arson and warn about the dangers of using such devices.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the multifaceted nature of UFO phenomena, including alien abductions, the potential existence of hybrids, government secrecy surrounding UFO events, and the challenges of objective research. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging detailed investigation and data collection while acknowledging the subjective and often perplexing aspects of the subject matter. The authors and researchers featured emphasize the need for careful analysis, critical thinking, and the consideration of diverse perspectives when interpreting UFO-related events. The issue highlights the ongoing effort to compile and analyze data, as seen with the UFO-Datenbank, and the persistent mystery surrounding the ultimate goals of potential alien visitors.

This issue of the JOURNAL FÜR UFO-FORSCHUNG (Nr. 177, Volume 3-2008, dated January 2008) is published by the Mutual UFO Network, Inc. (MUFON) and focuses on UFO research, particularly in North America. The cover prominently features 'MUFON UFO WEATHER MAPS' for January 2008, indicating a total of 664 reports.

UFO Weather Maps: A Year of Evidence in Review by Steve Reichmuth

Steve Reichmuth presents a project that maps all reported UFO incidents in North and Central America onto charts. Utilizing the 'MUFON Case Management System (CMS)', witnesses can report sightings via the internet, with specific criteria provided. These sightings are then plotted monthly on maps, including cases that have been explained. The goal is to gain a comprehensive overview of reporting activities and draw conclusions about unexplained sightings. Reichmuth notes that many sightings occur along interstate highways, often reported by nearby residents rather than travelers, and suggests that population density also influences the number of reports. He questions why reports fluctuate monthly and attributes this partly to the phenomenon being a 'media phenomenon', where local press activity can generate more UFO reports.

Reichmuth also humorously notes the discovery of 'red lights in the sky' appearing in swarms, sarcastically questioning if the discoverer has heard of model hot air balloons, implying a lack of critical thinking in some US-based UFO research.

Kenneth W. Storch: 911 UFO

Police officer Ken Storch, with over 25 years of experience, believes that Earth is currently being visited by aliens. He presents case examples of animal mutilations and a UFO photograph, emphasizing that police have been involved in many such cases and their officers have witnessed events. Storch urges police to take reports from concerned citizens seriously and investigate them, even if it falls outside their primary duties, viewing it as an obligation to help those seeking answers.

Marshall Vian Summers: The Alien Agenda and the Ethics of Contact

Marshall Vian Summers, described as a 'spiritual teacher', presents a message from God and discusses the religious implications and social impact of open alien contact. He asserts that aliens are already here, but humanity knows too little about their nature and intentions. Summers calls for a unified approach to engage with this reality, using 'God-given abilities' to discern the truth and determine how these contacts can benefit humanity, warning that failure to do so could jeopardize future freedom and sovereignty.

The reviewer notes that Summers' message was profoundly impactful for many attendees at a congress, but finds it lacks concrete substance.

Ruben J. Uriarte: Border Crossings of the Third Kind

This section references a previous article by Uriarte, published approximately 17 years prior, which discussed UFO activity in Mexico during total solar eclipses. The article notes a subsequent increase in UFO reports in Mexico, which has become a daily occurrence. It questions how UFOs impact Mexican culture and social life, considering potential new government openness and collaboration with private UFO research societies, leading to the formation of OMIFO (Organización Mexicana de Investigadores del Fenómeno Ovni).

The article also mentions a 'Mexican Roswell crash' incident that allegedly occurred on August 25, 1974, in Coyame, Chihuahua.

Ryan S. Wood: Big Proof – Examination of UFO Crashes / Retrieval Cases

This review discusses Ryan S. Wood's book, 'Majic Eyes Only', which argues that UFOs have crashed on Earth, governments utilize their technologies, and that secrecy harms democratic society. The reviewer notes that Wood's contribution essentially compresses his book's content and refers readers to a previous review in 'jufof' Nr. 170.

The reviewer contrasts American and European UFO research, suggesting that in the USA, UFO evidence and indices are not critically questioned to the extent necessary. They observe that many claims find receptive audiences without sufficient scrutiny. The review emphasizes the importance of understanding American UFO research and the work of its researchers, suggesting Wood's book provides a good entry point.

Gisela Ermel: Das Heilige Bündel der Azteken (The Sacred Bundle of the Aztecs)

Gisela Ermel's book explores the 'Sacred Bundle', a cultural artifact of the Aztecs, as evidence for Paleo-SETI. The book dedicates 100 pages to this object, which appears in codices, hieroglyphs, and stone carvings. Ermel argues that the bundle was not merely a cultural idol but potentially a technical device, citing indigenous accounts. The reviewer acknowledges Ermel's detailed analysis, which supports a pre-astronautic interpretation, suggesting the bundle might have been a radio device or similar technology revered by the Aztecs. However, the reviewer notes the absence of critical voices in Ermel's work.

The book also examines other anomalies in prehistoric Mesoamerican culture, exploring developments at San Lorenzo, La Venta, and Teotihuacan, and questioning if ancient high cultures were influenced by extraterrestrial 'culture bringers'.

Olaf Fritz: Über die Wissenschaftlichkeit der UFO-Forschung der GEP e. V. (On the Scientific Nature of UFO Research by GEP e.V.)

Olaf Fritz's study examines whether UFO research conducted in Germany, primarily by privately funded groups, meets the standards of scientific inquiry. The research focuses on the Gesellschaft zur Erforschung des UFO-Phänomens (GEP) e.V. in Lüdenscheid. Fritz concludes that GEP's research has a clearly defined subject, a systematic approach, and is reproducible, controllable, and thus subject to criticism. GEP's research findings are regularly published in 'jufof'.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The journal consistently promotes a critical yet open-minded approach to UFO research. It emphasizes the importance of scientific methodology, documentation, and rigorous analysis, as seen in the reviews of books and the discussion of GEP's research standards. There is a clear distinction drawn between speculative interpretations and evidence-based investigation. The journal also highlights the international nature of UFO phenomena and research, comparing approaches in the USA and Europe. The editorial stance appears to favor a methodical, interdisciplinary approach to understanding the UFO phenomenon, while also acknowledging the potential for extraordinary explanations, such as extraterrestrial influence, particularly in historical contexts (Paleo-SETI).