Notes from the Hangar - vol 1 no 2

Magazine Overview

Title: Notes from the Hangar
Issue: Volume 1, Number 2
Date: Third Quarter 1991
Publisher: National UFO Museum
Type: Quarterly Journal

Editorial and Museum Update

The second issue of "Notes from the Hangar" welcomes readers and expresses gratitude for the phenomenal response to the National UFO Museum (NUFOM). Executive Director Jerry E. Smith emphasizes the museum's goal of becoming a premier hub for UFO information and exchange. He notes the ongoing efforts to establish a physical presence, with plans for a bookstore and gathering place in the Reno area, followed by the museum itself. The editorial highlights the museum's reliance on volunteers and encourages readers to join the "Friends Of The Museum Association" to support its creation and receive future issues. The museum is actively seeking to expand its mailing list and welcomes active participation from those interested in UFOs.

Cover Story and Contents

The cover features an illustration of a cloaked figure holding a UFO, hinting at the mysterious and potentially darker aspects of the phenomenon. The Table of Contents reveals a diverse range of articles and letters:

• Cover: James Koehnline
• An O en Letter from the Director: James Koehnline
• Letters: Featuring contributions from Jason Bishop III, Billy J. Rachels, Gary Drake, Gregory W. Detwiler, John Zueblin, Greg Krupey, X. Sharks DeSpot.
• Field Representative Program
• Earth vs. the Flying Saucers: By William O. Fuller
• The Exo-Biological Intervention (EBI) Hypothesis: By William F. Hamilton III
• UFO Repetitions: A Challenge to Scientific Investigations: By George D. Fawcett
• Canadian UFO Capture: Anonymous
• Friends of the Museum Association
• The Mysterious US Base of Pine Gap: By Lucien H. Cometta
• Whose Saucers Are They?: By James Keith
• Close Encounter Reports: UFOs, The New Age and NUFOM: By Jerry Elwood Smith
• Back Cover: Photograph by Amaury Rivera, courtesy of Puerto Rican Research Group.

Letters to the Editor

Several letters offer diverse perspectives:

• Jason Bishop III defends his article on "Dulce Base," asserting its authenticity and claiming personal experience with underground bases and reptoids. He criticizes "arm-chair critics" and points to a U.S. News and World Report article on deep underground complexes as corroborating evidence for extensive subterranean facilities.
• Billy J. Rachels praises the museum and the "Letters To--" feature, suggesting articles on Stealth Technology, the Philadelphia Experiment, Time Travel, and the Inter-Dimension Hypothesis.
• Gary Drake expresses a shift from skepticism to belief regarding UFOs and ALFs, linking them to a broader conspiracy involving secret government control, international financiers, and a potential "alien/fascist one-world government."
• Gregory W. Detwiler challenges the notion of alien advancement, arguing that if a culture a thousand years more advanced than ours is no better than current aliens, it implies stagnation. He also questions the speed of interstellar travel, citing the vast distances to stars like Proxima Centauri.
• John Zueblin discusses NASA's alleged withholding of lunar photographs showing potential artificial structures and a "cloud formation over Tycho crater." He highlights the discrepancy between NASA's dark, fuzzy images and clearer ones obtained from a supplier, suggesting a government conspiracy of silence.

Feature Articles

• Earth vs. the Flying Saucers (William O. Fuller): This article posits that UFOs are not necessarily benevolent and can be dangerous. It recounts the Cash-Landrum case (December 29, 1980), where Betty Cash, Vickie Landrum, and Colby Landrum encountered a large, diamond-shaped object emitting heat and a beeping sound, followed by numerous helicopters. The witnesses later suffered severe physical ailments, including nausea, swollen glands, skin damage, and hair loss, with Betty Cash eventually developing breast cancer and seeking government compensation.

• The Exo-Biological Intervention (EBI) Hypothesis (William F. Hamilton III): This article proposes that various extraterrestrial races, including humanoids and Greys, colonized Earth in the distant past, possibly engineering the human species. It suggests that these ET races influenced human development through institutions like government and religion, often employing secrecy and deception. The article mentions the Roswell and Aztec crashes as key events in the modern era of ET presence and notes that ETs may reside in underground and underwater installations.

• UFO Repetitions: A Challenge to Scientific Investigations (George D. Fawcett): This piece critiques the historical dismissal of UFO phenomena by mainstream sources, citing the Reader's Guide to Periodical Literature listing 'flying saucers' under 'Hallucinations' in the late 1940s and early 1950s. It also criticizes the tendency to dismiss reports as 'ball lightening' or other mundane explanations. The author argues that the National UFO Museum must undertake the arduous task of cataloging historical UFO information from various, often overlooked, sources.

• Canadian UFO Capture (Anonymous): This brief mention refers to an incident where UFOs were reportedly sighted over Tel Aviv and Eastern European countries, and an incident probed by the Sheriff's department. It also notes a UFO sighting over a Spanish town and a potential UFO probe.

• The Mysterious US Base of Pine Gap (Lucien H. Cometta): This article is not detailed in the provided text, but its inclusion in the table of contents suggests a focus on a specific, potentially secret, US facility.

• Whose Saucers Are They? (James Keith): This article is not detailed in the provided text, but its title suggests an exploration of the ownership or origin of UFOs.

• Close Encounter Reports: UFOs, The New Age and NUFOM (Jerry Elwood Smith): This article likely connects UFO phenomena with New Age beliefs and the museum's mission.

Historical Cases and Government Secrecy

• The Mantell Case (1948): Captain Thomas Mantell pursued a metallic object at high altitude and crashed, with the official explanation being a weather balloon. The article questions this explanation, noting the object's size and movement.
• The Kinross Case (1953): An F-89 jet interceptor, piloted by Felix Moncla Jr. and R. R. Wilson, disappeared after intercepting an unidentified object over Lake Superior. No wreckage or trace was found, suggesting a possible absorption by the object.
• The Valentich Case (1978): Frederick Valentich reported being harassed by an unknown aircraft before his plane vanished. The incident involved a hovering object with a green light and metallic appearance.
• Government Cover-up: The issue strongly implies a government cover-up of UFO phenomena. It references Secret Project SIGN, Project Bluebook, and the alleged classification of UFOs as a higher security matter than the H-Bomb. The NSA's admission of holding UFO documents that they refuse to release is also cited.

Other Content

• The Emerald Path: An advertisement for a networking newsletter focused on the New Age.
• Blue Sky Research and Development Company: An advertisement for a company seeking venture capital for fog removal technology.
• J & S Aquarian Networking: An advertisement for a group sharing spiritual and metaphysical information, including UFOs.
• The Chronicle: An advertisement for a publication from Fairbanks, AK, covering UFOs, occult, conspiracy, and other alternative topics.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the reality and potential danger of UFOs, the pervasive nature of government secrecy and cover-ups regarding the phenomenon, and the historical documentation of UFO encounters. The editorial stance, as expressed by Jerry E. Smith, is one of open inquiry and the establishment of a credible UFO museum and information exchange. The journal actively encourages diverse viewpoints and participation from its readership, positioning itself as a forum for those interested in the UFO phenomenon. There is a clear skepticism towards official explanations and a belief that UFOs represent a significant, potentially threatening, aspect of reality that is being deliberately obscured by authorities.

This issue of Focus magazine, published by the Fair-Witness Project, Inc., is a quarterly newsletter focused on UFO phenomena and related topics. It is co-edited by William L. Moore and Jimmy Ward. The issue number is Vol. 1, No. 2, and it is dated January 1990. The magazine explores various aspects of the UFO enigma, including alleged government cover-ups, secret societies, alien abductions, and potential future scenarios for humanity.

The Cover-Up

The cover-up of UFO information is presented as a matter of "NATIONAL SECURITY," initiated after the Roswell crash. The article suggests that secret organizations within the government, such as MJ-12, PI-40, MAJI, and Delta, along with intelligence agencies like the CIA and NSA, are involved. Think tanks like RAND and corporations like Bechtel are also implicated. The ultimate goal of this conspiracy is said to be a "ONE WORLD government." The article also mentions secret societies like the Illuminati, Masons, and Knights of Malta as hidden controllers.

The Underground Nation

A RAND symposium in 1959 on Deep Underground Construction is cited as evidence that plans were made to build underground bases, laboratories, and city-complexes linked by tunnels. These facilities are intended to preserve the interests of secret societies and are believed to be linked to alien entities. An example given is a large underground complex operated by the U.S. at Pine Gap, near Alice Springs, Australia.

Alien Abduction Scenarios

The magazine discusses alien abduction scenarios, describing some aliens as treating humans like animals. These abductions can involve examination, insemination, tagging, implantation, and memory alteration. While some alien contacts are described as hostile, others are said to want to assist humanity. Much remains to be learned about these interactions.

Planetary and Environmental Catastrophe

It is suggested that secret societies are aware of impending planetary eco-catastrophe and a possible earth polar shift. Satellites and shuttles reveal extensive damage to the ecosphere, including the planet wobbling on its axis, decaying magnetic field, ozone depletion, and the greenhouse effect. Secret plans for alternatives include handling atmospheric problems, taking shelter in underground domains, or escaping to other planetary bodies. A fourth, different idea for saving the earth is also mentioned.

The Future - Despair or Hope? (A Call For Unity)

This section posits that if groups continue their old ways, the future is one of despair. However, if all are willing to transcend group allegiances and form a greater society based on "LOVE - UNDERSTANDING - INTEGRITY - OPENNESS - and FREEDOM for all," then hope is possible. It emphasizes freeing oneself from governmental and religious institutions to allow for self-governance and religious freedom. Understanding among all people, both on and off Earth, is presented as the only way to achieve peace.

A New World Vision

To build a new world, individuals must evolve, becoming spiritually free, advanced in intellect, intuition, and wisdom. This new person would be healthy, free of lust, greed, and envy, and capable of forming new social units for survival. Mankind would build cities and industries underground, allowing the surface to revert to natural growth. Technology would be eco-tech, based on universal forces. Harmony between people would enable exploration of distant stars and spirit worlds, advancing humanity beyond its current state.

UFO Repetitions: A Challenge to Scientific Investigations

Authored by George D. Fawcett, this article highlights the persistent and consistent nature of UFO sightings over the past forty-seven years. It lists 25 categories of UFO repetitions that science must address, including superior speeds and maneuvers, radar trackings, photographs, pursuits, "angel hair" falls, ground markings, near-collisions, physiological and psychological effects on observers, electromagnetic interference, skyquakes, propulsion sounds, landings, hostile acts, contactee reports, straight flight paths, reputable sightings by trained observers, appearances of "little men," and historical evidence of UFOs.

Fawcett, an investigator with 47 years of experience, founded five civilian UFO study groups and authored a book on UFO studies. He has taught college UFO courses and served as a movie consultant. He is also working to organize a UFO Museum.

The Mysterious US Base of Pine Gap

This article by Lucien H. Cometta discusses the secret US base at Pine Gap, Australia. It suggests that the base is involved in tracking missiles and is equipped with advanced technology. The article questions why Pine Gap was chosen and notes that its purpose is largely unknown, even to the Australian government. Tales of it being built entirely underground circulate. The base is described as being located west of Alice Springs, near the McDonnell Range. Information sources are limited to vague statements in magazines and local observations. It is speculated that the base might be an inground antenna, a powerful radio transceiver, or even a plasma accelerator or "Death Ray" weapon. The article also mentions the possibility of high-voltage plasma accelerators and the potential for transmitting electric current to recharge submarine batteries.

The article further suggests that the Pine Gap facility is a JOINT DEFENSE SPACE RESEARCH FACILITY, financed by Americans, and is crucial for controlling spy satellites and photographic missions. The quality of photos is said to be so high that a 7 1/2" object can be identified. The facility is reportedly connected to main computer centers in the US and Australia, and also to similar facilities in Guam, Krugersdorp, and the Amundsen-Scott base in Antarctica. A disturbing rumor suggests that many workers at Pine Gap have been brainwashed or implanted to ensure unconditional obedience. The presence of Extraterrestrial Biological Entities (EBEs) in these underground installations is speculated, potentially leading to abductions and animal mutilations, though official reports are scarce.

Other Articles and Advertisements

Several other sections and advertisements are present:

• WOULD YOU BELIEVE: A magazine featuring articles by Ivan T. Sanderson, Richard S. Shaver, and Donald E. Keyhoe, covering present-day enigmas and past mysteries.
• SS&S Publications: Offers a book catalog on UFO and related subjects, including information from Gene Duplantier.
• THE MAGIC WAND: A journal for serious, practicing pagans, covering magick, stone craft, herbalism, and herstory.
• PISSING AWAY THE AMERICAN DREAM: A book by David Ross about the War on Drugs and its impact on the Bill of Rights.
• GOLDEN ISIS: A literary magazine accepting poetry and fiction, edited by Gerina Dunwich.
• "THE ABOLITION OF WORK AND OTHER ESSAYS": An underground humor classic by Bob Black.
• CIABASE: A computer database on the CIA, offering historical resources for researchers.
• SCIENTOLOGY REVEALED!: An inquiry into Scientology, offering information and a free sample magazine.
• UNIQUE POPULAR REALITY ADVENTURE CATALOG!: Offers books, buttons, and zines.
• THE EXTRATERRESTRIALS AND THEIR REALITY: A book by John Andrews.
• ARCHAEUS 5 (1989): Cyberbiological Studies of the Imaginal Component in the UFO Contact Experience: A collection of articles edited by Dennis Stillings.
• MYSTERIES OF THE CRYSTAL SKULLS REVEALED: A book by Sandra Bowen, F. R. 'Nick' Nocerino, and Joshua Shapiro.
• THE ALIEN TIDE!: A book by a Sedona UFO researcher looking at UFO-ET and paranormal activity.
• THE MYSTERIES OF SEDONA: A book by Tom Dongo.
• ROSE LANE VACATION RENTALS: Offers apartments in Key West, Florida.
• THE SOLITAIRE SIG: A group for Wiccan/Pagan solitary practitioners.
• Voices From Spirit Magazine: A bi-monthly publication with interviews and articles on various spiritual topics.
• TRENDS & PREDICTIONS ANALYST: Offers free newsletters and reports on topics like "Off-World Invasion: Target Earth!"
• Elsewhen: The official newsletter of the Temporal Anomaly Research Association.
• THE MESSENGER: A magazine for Spiritualists.
• National UFO Museum Friends of the Museum Association: Offers membership levels with benefits like subscriptions to "Notes From the Hanger" and discounts.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFOs, government secrecy, the existence of secret societies, and the potential for a future global transformation or catastrophe. The editorial stance appears to be one of critical inquiry, encouraging readers to question official narratives and explore alternative explanations for unexplained phenomena. There is a strong emphasis on the need for unity, understanding, and freedom to navigate future challenges, whether they stem from human actions or extraterrestrial influences. The magazine promotes the idea that a "ONE WORLD COMMUNITY" is preferable to a "ONE WORLD GOVERNMENT," suggesting a focus on individual liberty and collective well-being.

This issue of "Total Eclipse!" is an illustrated journal focusing on the occult, bizarre, and unusual, with a strong emphasis on UFO phenomena, conspiracy theories, and New Age beliefs. It presents a collection of articles, personal accounts, and organizational information related to these topics.

Articles and Content

"Whose Saucers Are They?" by James Keith

Keith explores the idea of a 'conspiracy' at the top, questioning its nature and suggesting potential involvement of secret societies like the Illuminati, Templars, Freemasons, and Rosicrucians. He analyzes the use of symbols by organizations and media, linking them to potential hidden agendas. The article touches upon the possibility of UFOs being a 'suppressed technology' and discusses Jacques Vallee's theories about abductees being subjected to psychotronic manipulation rather than physical craft.

Close Encounter Reports

The magazine features several personal accounts of UFO sightings and encounters:

• Missouri Incident (May 1963): A witness describes seeing an orange teardrop-shaped object moving eastward at high speed.
• Idaho Incident (December 1, 1978): A witness reports seeing a large, irregularly shaped light and a ship silhouetted against it, which moved west.
• Arizona and California Incidents (circa 1975 & 1978): Two separate accounts of seeing points of light that winked out when focused upon.
• Nevada Incident (circa 1978): A witness reports seeing a bright light and a ship, described as huge, silhouetted against the mountains.
• Carson City, San Jose, and Washoe Valley (1969, 1976, 1986): A series of encounters described as seeing the moon, a moonbeam, and a possible pregnancy resulting from one encounter.
• Ohio to Toronto Incident (August 1978): Witnesses observed a large, cone-shaped object with multi-colored lights and an audible concussion sound.
• Santa Barbara, California Incident (February 1, 1967): A witness describes an out-of-body experience and contact with alien beings.
• Arroyo Grande, California Incident (Spring 1984): Witnesses observed a craft with numerous lights moving at high speed and altitude.

"Close Encounter at an Alien Base?" (From the Files of The Network)

This account details an experience near Lancaster/Palmdale, California, where the narrator and their friend Annemarie were stopped by men in a sedan on a dirt road that turned into a paved asphalt road. The men, who seemed to be associated with the government, warned them away from the area, suggesting it was used for secret experiments.

"Have you seen a UFO?" (National UFO Museum)

The National UFO Museum is seeking information from the public about UFO sightings and alien intelligence contact for its research project.

"UFOs, The New Age, and NUFOM" by Jerry Elwood Smith

Smith outlines major theories about UFOs and their connection to the New Age movement. He defines UFOlogy and introduces the National UFO Museum (NUFOM). The article discusses the origins of UFOs, exploring both Terrestrial and Extraterrestrial Hypotheses, and touches upon concepts like 'occult' and 'metaphysics'.

"The UFO Project" (NUFOM)

This section announces a research initiative by the National UFO Museum to study UFO propulsion and craft design, aiming for the possible construction of a working model.

"The Gate" and "The Star Beacon"

Advertisements for "The Gate," a paranormal publication, and "The Star Beacon," a New Age monthly newsletter, are included, highlighting their content on UFOs, metaphysics, and related topics.

"Adventures Unlimited" and "Dharma Combat"

Promotional material for "Adventures Unlimited," offering books and videos on various subjects including UFOs and lost civilizations, and "Dharma Combat," an interactive magazine of metaphysics and philosophy, are featured.

"Cambridge U.F.O. Research Group"

Information is provided about the Cambridge U.F.O. Research Group's newsletter, which includes UFO case investigations and photos.

"The UFO Bureau"

The UFO Bureau is dedicated to informing the public about UFO sightings and is seeking information on related phenomena like time travel, Bigfoot, and hollow earth theories.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO phenomena, government conspiracies, secret societies, and the intersection of these with New Age beliefs and occult practices. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, encouraging readers to 'Think For Yourself, Schmuck!' and to seek the truth, while also cautioning about potential dangers and the possibility of cover-ups by military and government entities. The publication seems to validate the reality of UFOs and the importance of investigating these mysteries.

This issue of UFO Magazine, identified by its cover headline "The most mind-expanding subject in our world deserves media excellence," explores a wide array of theories attempting to explain the UFO phenomenon. The magazine, published in the USA, features content in English and offers a sample issue for $5.45.

Diverse Theories on UFO Phenomena

The magazine presents several hypotheses for UFO sightings. One theory discussed is the Earth-Lights Theory (ELT), expanded by Paul Devereux, which posits a correlation between UFO sightings and geological/geophysical processes that emit electromagnetic radiation (EMR). Dr. Persinger's experiments are mentioned, suggesting EMR can affect human consciousness and induce experiences perceived as real events, raising questions about the nature of these encounters.

The Advanced Aircraft Hypotheses (AAH) is also explored, suggesting UFOs could be secret military aircraft. This leads to speculation about the origin of such advanced technology, with some theories even pointing to escaped Nazi technology or ancient aircraft from civilizations like Rama or Atlantis.

Further into speculative territory, the magazine touches upon the idea of a hollow Earth containing advanced civilizations that observe humanity. The role of psychic phenomena and the mind's ability to transmit and receive EMR is also considered, with the possibility that some sightings might be telepathic transmissions or mass hallucinations.

New Age perspectives are included, suggesting that beings from other dimensions or planets might be communicating with Earth to aid in human evolution. The concept of 'spiritual mid-wives' and entities that have evolved to higher states is presented.

Quantum physics theories, such as the Many Worlds Theory (MWT), are introduced as a potential framework for understanding phenomena where different realities might intersect. Theories about places like the Devil's Triangle suggest possible 'rips' in the fabric of the universe.

Whitley Strieber's speculation that UFO visitors might be time travelers is discussed, proposing a scenario where future cultures could revisit Earth to study its history.

The Extraterrestrial Hypotheses

The magazine outlines three main possibilities for the origin of UFOs if they are indeed extraterrestrial:
1. Solid 'nuts and bolts' spacecraft, physically present.
2. Psychic projections, where only the alien mind reaches Earth.
3. A combination of both, involving projections or 'beams' that are both physically present and not.

It is also suggested that the truth might be a blend of terrestrial and extraterrestrial theories, such as Strieber's concept of space and time travel.

NUFOM and the National UFO Museum

The issue highlights the role of NUFOM (National UFO Museum) in addressing the UFO mystery. NUFOM plans to create exhibits, publish unbiased coverage, and conduct original research to encourage public thought on the subject. They are seeking volunteers and financial support, emphasizing that they receive no government or big business funding.

The National UFO Museum is actively seeking artifacts and memorabilia related to UFOs and associated subjects, including advanced aircraft, mind control, suppressed technologies, cryptids, and ancient civilizations. They are requesting historical documents, photographs, models, drawings, and clippings.

Subscription Information

UFO Magazine offers subscriptions, with 6 issues costing $21 and a sample issue priced at $5.45. Contact information for subscriptions is provided, including a P.O. Box in Sunland, California, and a phone number.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine adopts an open-minded approach, presenting a wide spectrum of theories without definitively endorsing any single one. It encourages critical thinking and research into the complex and multifaceted nature of the UFO phenomenon. The editorial stance appears to be one of promoting awareness and discussion, aiming to expand the reader's understanding beyond conventional explanations. The recurring themes include the exploration of various hypotheses, the potential influence of consciousness and psychic phenomena, and the ongoing quest for answers regarding unidentified aerial phenomena.