Norwegian UFO Newsletter - 1981 No 1

Magazine Overview

This issue of "Norwegian UFO Reports" from 1981, published by the Norwegian Institute for Scientific Research and Information (NIVFO), presents a compilation of numerous unidentified flying object (UFO) sightings and related phenomena reported across Norway. The publication aims to document these events, often drawing from local newspaper articles and direct reports from witnesses.

UFO Over Lier in the Year 1956

The issue begins with the account of Liv Andreassen, who, at 11 years old in 1956, witnessed a strange, flying saucer-like object hovering in Lier. She recalls an almost singing sound and describes a large, round object with a cupola, colored silvery grey, moving and rotating. Initially disbelieved, her experience gained credibility when a man in Lier reported a similar sighting. Andreassen expresses irritation at dismissive explanations, like those offered by Erik Tandberg on TV, and wishes to connect with the Lier witness.

Strange Happenings Along Randsfjorden

Reports from the Randsfjorden area mention various strange occurrences, including a water pillar and a black "island" sighted by a couple. More recent sightings include orange and red-colored objects seen in Gjøvik.

Married Couple at Trevatn Observed Shining Globe

Johanne and Harald Warpestuen reported observing a shining globe with a strong white light at 02:45 on December 11, 1980, in Søndre Land. They heard a sound like bees. Later, on December 13, they observed another shining object. On December 18, 1980, they described a large, round globe shining with a strong white light that disappeared to the northeast, followed by three smaller objects. They also reported a red circle, 5x6 meters, that rushed around them three times, accompanied by warmth.

Mystical Light Over Breiskallen

A resident of Breiskallen reported seeing two violently red lights on the sky on December 18, 1981, at 17:30, initially mistaking them for northern lights.

And Also Over Snertingdal

A woman from Selvik recounted an experience where her surroundings became fiery red, and she saw a globe moving north-eastward. The experience was intense and disorienting.

Observations from Byåsen, Trondheim

Several people from Byåsen observed a cigar-formed object standing still in the evening sky in January. It was described as having a shining field and light openings, and it disappeared inexplicably.

Henry Nilsen's Observation

Henry Nilsen, near Randsfjorden, described being within a sharp, orange-coloured circle of light, 70 meters in diameter, which felt warm and pleasant. The light source was from the northeast, and the experience ended with haziness and grey skies.

Observation at Østbyhøgda

Leif Aashaug of Gjøvik observed a strongly white shining object on December 18, 1980, moving slowly from the north. He described it as resembling a helicopter-house with windows and a tail, with a reddish warmth emitting from it.

Observation at Holmen

Three pupils near Holmen reported a circle of light that intensified and turned white, disappearing without sound.

UFO Over Helgeroa, Larvik

Eight children (5-11 years old) reported seeing a strong light that caused them to fall to the ground. They described a saucer-shaped object that sparkled, moved slowly, and emitted red beams. One child, Linn (10), described seeing windows on the object and a buzzing sound. The object was reported to be nearly as large as the moon.

Great UFO Over Hjelset, Molde

Several people in Hjelset saw an enormous, shining UFO moving across the sky. One witness described it as having a long, shining tail and twinkling red, blue, and yellow lights, with an antenna about 100 meters long.

Shining Object at Great Speed Over Trondheim

A female commercial school pupil reported a round, yellow-shining object moving faster than a jet plane on August 29, 1981, near Ranheim. It moved eastward and then returned at the same speed.

UFO in Alta?

A man from Alta reported seeing a long, conical-formed object moving at great speed with a shining tail, leaving white gas skies. Two other people in Alta also observed a similar phenomenon.

UFO Over Lassemoen, Nord-Trøndelag

Bente May Bredesen reported an object described as a "humming top," green and brightly shining, moving from north to south and mounting very high on September 18, 1981.

More UFO-Observations This Autumn (1981)

Turid Grønnesby shared her experiences, including seeing a cigar-formed object standing immovable in the sky, with a shining field and light openings, which disappeared inexplicably.

"To-Days UFO"

A lady in Levanger observed an object on November 1, 1981, described as a half deep saucer turned upside down, with what appeared to be wings. It disappeared over a mountain.

One More UFO-Observation

An account from Lundamo describes a greyish-black object, like a vaulted saucer, flying up the valley on November 10, 1981. It moved rapidly back and then returned at the same speed. The witness, Nils Løberg, is convinced it was not a plane.

Curious Light-Phenomenon

Sven Erik (9) from Nordli observed a shining object on the evening of November 25, 1981. The object moved very fast in a north-easterly direction, disappeared, and then reappeared. This happened six times, with the object moving in different directions. His father estimated the distance to be about 3000 kilometers.

Commentaries

The publication includes a commentary suggesting that many observations might be explained as fireballs, referencing meteor showers like the Geminids and Butids. However, it notes that fireballs are typically formed at higher altitudes. The report from Leif Aashaug is singled out as leaving a question mark. Other reports mention potential explanations like balloons for some sightings.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the variety of UFO shapes, colors, and behaviors reported by witnesses across Norway, and the persistent nature of these sightings throughout 1980 and 1981. The editorial stance appears to be one of open investigation, collecting and documenting these phenomena, while also acknowledging potential natural explanations such as meteors. The publication encourages witnesses to come forward and provides contact information for NIVFO, indicating a commitment to further research.

Title: HAUGESUNDS AVIS
Issue Date: February 21, 1981
Document Type: Magazine Issue
Language: Norwegian (translated to English)

This issue of Haugesunds Avis features a prominent article detailing a UFO sighting above Tokheimsnuten, Odda, on June 2nd of the previous year. The report includes eyewitness accounts, descriptions of the phenomenon, and attempts to find official explanations.

Blue-Coloured UFO Rotating Above Tokheimsnuten, Odda

The main cover story describes an incident on the morning of June 2nd, where a UFO-like object was observed above Odda. According to reliable sources, two people witnessed the phenomenon for 10 minutes at a distance of about 300 meters, at 11:00 AM. The object, seen at the grove by Tokheimsnuten, was described as rotating, sharp, and blue, with a muddy, soundless, and unidentified, possibly saucer-shaped appearance. Its shine was comparable to the main lights of a car.

People at Sand Studying Mystical Heavenly Body

Another section of the article focuses on observations made by people in Sand. They reported seeing a great, round, and shining object in the sky the previous afternoon. The object remained stationary for several hours and did not resemble any known aircraft. The observers found it difficult to accept explanations such as weather balloons or meteorological conditions, preferring to believe it was a UFO. One witness, Halldis Pettersen from the Maleniusåsen housing estate, stated that she observed the object at 13:55, located to the right of the sun in a south-westerly direction. She determined its bearing to be 250 degrees. Initially, it appeared as a condensation trail, but the end of the trail revealed a round object with indistinct limits, described as the size of a full moon and looking like the moon seen through a thin haze. The part nearest the sun was red, while other parts were yellow and blue. The light was bright and pulsated irregularly.

The object remained in the same place for about two hours while clouds drifted. After this period, it moved in a straight southerly direction, positioning itself to the left of the sun. Subsequently, a new, similar object appeared in the south-west sky, and for a time, both were visible. The second object reportedly disappeared and reappeared several times, and was last seen at 16:50.

Halldis Pettersen mentioned that her children and several neighbours also witnessed the phenomenon, some using binoculars. The object was also observed from the local council house at Stord. Pettersen contacted Sola Air Base for an explanation. After several hours, they responded, suggesting it was likely a weather balloon, as they had no other explanations. Pettersen did not believe it was a balloon, having seen several air vessels that day and being confident she could distinguish them from the observed phenomenon.

Neither the vassal office in Suldal nor the main rescue co-ordination centre had any information to explain the phenomenon seen above Sand on Friday afternoon. However, a similar observation of a reddish, shining object was reported from Karmøy, seen over Bokn in the morning hours.

Furthermore, Halldis Pettersen recounted an earlier experience in 1946, when she lived in Førde, Hordaland, and saw an orange object moving soundlessly across the night sky, which she believed might have been a UFO.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme in this issue is the reporting of unexplained aerial phenomena (UAP) or UFO sightings. The article presents eyewitness accounts with a degree of seriousness, quoting observers who are seeking explanations and questioning conventional answers. The editorial stance appears to be one of open reporting, allowing witnesses to voice their experiences and concerns, while also including the official, albeit sometimes unsatisfactory, explanations provided by authorities like Sola Air Base. The comparison to historical perceptions (Harald Hårfagre) suggests an awareness of the enduring nature of such mysteries.