OVNI - 2002 05 - May-June

Magazine Overview

Title: OVNI
Issue: May/June 2002
Publisher: Journal of the Phenomenon Research Association
Country: United Kingdom
Price: £1 plus postage

This issue of OVNI magazine delves into a variety of UFO sightings and related phenomena reported across the United Kingdom in early 2002. It features reports from various individuals and PRA members, exploring descriptions of craft, witness testimonies, and potential connections to other unusual events.

Could the Aliens Be Here Among Us?

This section explores the possibility of aliens existing on Earth in human-like forms. It references 'Men In Black' (MIB) encounters, including a case from Ilkeston in the 1990s and a postal driver's experience in 1996 with a driver in a skin-tight suit who seemed unaware of everyday events. A peculiar incident from May 1974 involving 'Wally Churn' in Farnborough is recounted, where a stranger claiming to be from 'the saucer people' spoke to him. The article also highlights Sir Peter Horsley's account from his book 'Sounds from Another Room,' detailing a meeting with a figure named 'Janus' who could read thoughts. This experience is contextualized by Sir Peter's background as Deputy-Commander of RAF Strike Command and Equerry to HRH Prince Philip. Timothy Good's own 'coincidental' meeting with a potential alien in the US, prompted by a telepathic message, is also mentioned, posing the question of whether aliens are living among us.

The UFO Scene Around Derbyshire

The UFO Sighting Around Derbyshire: This report details a sighting by Ms. Julia Perry on April 9th, 2002, at 1:02 am near the Uttoxeter new Road and Manor Road junction in Derby. Ms. Perry observed a 'saucer' shaped craft tilted at an angle, with bright white lights described as 'as bright as a 200 watt bulb.' The object moved slowly at 3-5 mph, gliding sideways, and remained visible for at least ten minutes before disappearing quickly. The craft was described as sharply defined and silent, approximately 6 inches in size at arm's length. The editors note the similarity of the description to previous 'flying saucer' sightings and seek other witnesses.

A Report from Crich - 24th April 02: PRA member Melanie Cunningham reported a sighting at 10:05 pm on April 24th, 2002, in Crich. She observed a large black triangular object with yellowish/white lights at each corner and a smaller red light in the center. The craft made a strange engine noise combined with a 'whooshing' sound, moving towards Whatstandwell and descending. The noise reportedly lowered in pitch, suggesting a possible Doppler effect. A cluster of lights appeared at the back of the craft before it vanished behind trees. The object was described as a sharp image of a dark triangle, travelling at approximately 30 mph, and appeared to be the size of six 10p pieces (3 inches). Melanie Cunningham has had previous sightings in Belper, including a 'Flying Triangle' filmed with an 8mm camera.

Two 'Diamond' Craft Seen Over Melbourne

On March 13th, 2002, at 9:40 pm, Mr. Brian Hampson observed two sets of lights approaching while he was near East Midlands Airport. He described them as diamond patterns, twice the height of a landing aircraft, and moving unusually. His wife also witnessed the objects, noting they were straight and level with amber/white lights on the underside. Brian managed to view the underside with binoculars, seeing angular ridges and smaller lights. The objects disappeared over Melbourne, moving in a WSW direction at an estimated speed of 100 mph. The event lasted about one and a half to two minutes.

UFO Sighted Over Shirland, Derbys.

According to a report from a 39-year-old man from Ripley, he saw a UFO circling over Shirland around 1:15 am on April 22nd, 2002. He stopped his car after seeing a large shiny globe appear over a house. He described it as 'about the same size as the Moon, but had a metallic tinge to it.' The man contacted the Derby Evening Telegraph after reading about a similar sighting in Ambergate.

Blue Beam Mystery at Bonsall Moor

Radio enthusiast Ron Gaunt experienced a strange event at 3 am on April 7th, 2002, while parked on Bonsall Moor. His car was engulfed in an eerie bluey light for about two minutes, described as 'like broad daylight.' The experience left him disoriented. The PRA attempted to contact Mr. Gaunt, but he has not responded, possibly due to the fact that he was transmitting on Long Wave, which is reportedly illegal. A similar incident from years ago involving a bright white beam illuminating the area around a car at Alport Heights is also mentioned.

Flying Triangle Seen Along the South Coast: Feb 22/28

This section reports on a 'Flying Triangle' (FT) activity along the South Coast, based on an article by Michael Litchfield in the Bournemouth Daily Echo. Reports describe a large mystery craft hovering over Hengistbury Head on February 22nd and again just after midnight on February 28th, 2002. The craft was described as about 100ft in length, triangular, with red lights on the right side, blue lights on the left, and a large purple light underneath. Twelve independent witnesses, including a Coastguard employee, reported the sightings. Ex-RAF intelligence officer David Kingston, who is a point of contact for UFO reports, confirmed the descriptions and noted that no civilian or military aircraft movements matched the times and locations. Kingston dismissed the possibility of a prototype RAF aircraft, stating such craft would be invisible. He mentioned his own experience with UFOs during nuclear tests in 1957 and expressed an open mind about the planet being under observation.

UFO Fleet Taped Over Bedhampton, England

This article, by Santiago Yturria and edited by Jeff Rense, details UFO activity over Bedhampton, England, on March 22nd, 2002. Anthony Woods, a local resident, videotaped a fleet of hundreds of white luminous spheres appearing in perfect formation, performing sophisticated maneuvers. The footage, lasting over half an hour, showed objects in triangular and line formations, interacting with each other. Following the main fleet, single and group objects appeared, which Anthony Woods also taped for about 40 minutes. He later filmed an unusual reddish object. Anthony Woods described the intelligence and self-awareness of the objects. At 1:55 pm, a 'Commanding Leader' craft appeared, described as a huge, dark red glowing, dual big sphere structured object. The article notes the continued presence and increased activity of military helicopters in the area, suggesting a connection to the UFO events. The footage captured by Anthony Woods is presented with several still images.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of OVNI magazine revolve around unexplained aerial phenomena, alien visitation, and the investigation of UFO sightings. The publication appears to adopt an open-minded stance, presenting witness accounts and expert opinions without definitive conclusions, encouraging readers to consider the possibility of extraterrestrial presence and activity. The editorial stance is one of diligent reporting and investigation into these phenomena, aiming to document and share information with its readership.

This issue of OVNI magazine, dated March 22, 2002, focuses heavily on UFO sightings and investigations, particularly those involving Anthony Woods in Bedhampton, England. The issue also includes astronomical observations for May 2002 and reader contributions.

UFO Investigations and Sightings

Anthony Woods' Experiences in Bedhampton

The year 2002 began promisingly for Anthony Woods, who successfully taped UFOs multiple times between January and February, indicating an increasing interaction with these objects. However, bad weather in March made skywatching impossible for nearly three weeks, causing frustration for Woods. The author, Santiago Yturria, encouraged patience, anticipating new evidence.

Discussions also covered UFO footage from Mexico City, filmed on March 2nd, which Woods found impressive for its clarity in showing a large white sphere among other spheres. He commented that this footage was superior to his own UFO flotilla footage from October 10, 2001.

On the night of March 20, an unusual event occurred at Woods' home: his wife was awakened by a loud humming sound outside their bedroom window. The noise rose above the roof before disappearing, and she was convinced something unusual was very close. The following days continued to be affected by bad weather.

On March 22, a significant event unfolded. After a period of premonition, Woods witnessed a "spectacular and unprecedented demonstration" – a massive UFO flotilla that lasted for over half an hour. This event is described as one of the most important pieces of evidence in modern ufology.

Yturria has been involved in investigating strange events over Bedhampton since September, with Woods as the main character. He notes a "unique and aggressive UFO activity" that confirms Bedhampton as a UFO "Hot Spot," suggesting an ongoing UFO wave in England that warrants serious attention from scientists, government, and the media.

Other UFO Reports

FT Sighting over Repton, Derbys: A preliminary report details two sets of yellowy-white lights seen in a triangular shape, flying "side by side," at 9:40 pm on Wednesday, March 13th. A full report is promised for the next edition.

LITS Report over Sinfin: A ball of light was observed hovering over the Sinfin area of Derby at 10 pm on Monday, May 20th. More details are pending.

BBC Radio Derby: The editor highlights the BBC Radio Derby web page, which features two pages on unexplained phenomena and UFO sightings in the area.

New Crop Circle Mystery: Aerial photographer 'Busty' Taylor is set to write an article for OVNI about new findings in this year's growing Oilseed Rape Crop, suggesting that recent unusual growth patterns might not be the work of hoaxers.

Upcoming Events

UFO Talk-in on BBC Radio Derby: Scheduled for Thursday, June 6th, from 11 am to 12:00 am, featuring John Holmes and Omar Fowler, inviting listeners to share their UFO experiences.

Next PRA Meeting: To be held at the Royal British Legion, Allenton, Derby, on Tuesday, May 28th, at 8 pm. The meeting will include a video show of 'STS 101' (latest UFO footage in space) and a talk by Dr. David Jacobs titled 'The Threat,' along with a review of recent UFO sightings and a raffle.

The Evening Sky - May 2002

This section, authored by Walter Berg, provides astronomical highlights for May 2002.

Planetary Massing: The greatest observable massing of all five naked eye planets in over twenty years occurs in May. Observers are advised to look towards the northwestern horizon about an hour after sunset during the first ten days of the month.

Visible Planets: The text describes a "small triangle of 'stars'" which are actually planets: Venus (piercingly bright), Saturn (bright), and Mars (dimmer). Mercury is to the lower right of these, and Aldebaran is a twinkling star to the lower left. Jupiter is noted as a very bright planet further up.

Lunar Events: By May 10th, Mercury will have faded. On the 14th, a thin crescent Moon will be near Venus and Mars. The Moon's horns are described as a symbol used on many national flags.

Meteor Shower: The Eta Aquarids meteor shower peaks on the nights of May 4-5, with an expected rate of around twenty meteors per hour. This shower is linked to Halley's Comet.

Full Moon: Occurs on May 26th. Traditional names for the May Full Moon include Merry Moon, Fright Moon, Frog Moon, and Flower Moon. The month's name is linked to Maia, a Greek goddess.

Cultural Significance: Celtic cultures associated May with sexual freedom, and green was worn to honor the Earth Mother. The section reflects on May as a season of renewal, with nature reawakening and a general sense of renewed energy.

Contributions from our readers

Dimensions Unfold by Mary (Andover) is a poem exploring themes of pyramids, secrets, silence, and ancient builders.

Aliens by Rosie (aged 8) is a simple poem about fast-flying aliens.

On the Domestic Scene

Omar Fowler, PRA Group Leader, presents Garry Stapleton with a special award for his contributions to PRA's investigation work and computer assistance. Stapleton owns a computer business in Sandiacre, Notts.

Tale Enders

Gordon Creighton, editor of Flying Saucer Review, has recovered from a car accident and is back "in the saddle." The latest edition of FSR includes coverage of events in Puerto Rico, reported by Jorge Martin. Subscription details for FSR are provided, including UK and international rates, with options for credit card subscriptions via their website.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, investigations, and the presentation of evidence, particularly focusing on the detailed accounts from Anthony Woods in Bedhampton. The magazine also emphasizes the connection between astronomical phenomena and ufology, as seen in 'The Evening Sky' section. There is a clear stance that UFO activity is a serious matter deserving of scientific and governmental attention, as indicated by Yturria's comments on the Bedhampton events. The inclusion of reader contributions and local UFO news from sources like BBC Radio Derby suggests an effort to engage a broad audience interested in the unexplained.