OVNI - 2003 11 - November-December

Magazine Overview

Title: OVNI
Issue: November/December 2003
Publisher: Journal of the Phenomenon Research Association
Country: UK
Price: £1 plus postage

This issue of OVNI, the journal of the Phenomenon Research Association, features a range of articles on UFO sightings, paranormal experiences, and related phenomena. The cover art includes various enigmatic symbols and craft, hinting at the diverse topics within.

The Sudden Death of Graham Birdsall

The issue opens with a tribute to Graham Birdsall, the Editor of 'UFO Magazine', who passed away on September 19th, 2003, following a brain haemorrhage. The article highlights his significant contributions to the field of ufology, his leadership in organizing the 'Leeds UFO Conference', and the global impact of his work. His death is described as a great loss to the subject, leaving a void that may take decades to fill. His wife Christine and two daughters were with him at the time of his passing. Messages of condolence were received from ufologists and scientists worldwide. The '22nd Leeds International UFO Conference', scheduled for September 26th-28th, was cancelled due to his illness.

Unusual UFO Craft Seen Over Derby 23rd October 03

This article details a sighting by Mrs Angela Swift, who reported seeing a strange illuminated object over Derby on the night of October 23rd, 2003. The object, described as a 'tea cosy' shape, dark grey with bright lights, hovered silently and made her feel uneasy. She noted its unusual light configuration and its stationary position. Later that night, she and her husband heard a peculiar 'clicking' noise in their house, which they found unsettling. Despite being a non-believer, the experience left her disturbed.

UFO Seen Over Warsop, Mansfield (8th October 2003)

Mr P. Martin reported a UFO sighting over Warsop, near Mansfield, on October 8th, 2003, at 1 am. He observed a stationary object with two tiers of bright lights hovering above the skyline of houses across the road. He described it as too big for a plane and too bright for an aircraft, noting it was about the size of a 1p piece at arm's length. The object slowly descended and was obscured by rooftops. Mr Martin also mentioned seeing similar objects in the same area seven years prior.

Amazing Daylight Sighting in New Zealand 27/10/03

This report, from Harvey L. Cooke of 'The Tauranga UFO Investigation Group' in New Zealand, describes a daylight sighting by Arthur and Pamela McCracken on October 27th, 2003. They witnessed a 'metal' object performing 'fantastic aerobatics' in the sky, which they initially mistook for an 'ultra-light' or 'parachute'. The object was described as large, made of bright metallic copper with a reddish hue and a black bottom, making no noise. It performed angles, rose high, descended, and zigzagged. They watched it for fifteen minutes. The report also notes a 'fireball' sighting near Mayor Island on the same day.

A Strange Creature Report

This section presents a report, with thanks to PRA member Felicity Jones, concerning a photograph emanating from Rachel Lacy. The photograph is believed to relate to an incident at 'Khaimah' (Ras al Khaimah, UAE). The incident involved a man who took photos in caves despite warnings from locals. He was later found by police, dismembered, with his camera intact, after police heard screams. The official conclusion was that a wild animal caused his death, but the report suggests the possibility of a 'creature' existing in a primitive culture.

Readers Letters

Letter from Bill Bimson: Bill Bimson writes to Omar, expressing condolences for the obituaries and offering an explanation for the Derby sighting. He suggests that birds flying in formation at night, particularly those with light underbellies reflecting street lighting, can be mistaken for UFOs. He explains how their perceived speed and shape can be misleading. He provides a website link for visual examples.

Letter from 'Babs': 'Babs' shares a personal experience from 1978, similar to a previous account by 'Carol'. While watching television after her husband's mother's funeral, she witnessed an oval-shaped light framing a scene with a road, houses, and playing fields. Two figures walked away, one of whom turned around and was identified as her mother-in-law, who conveyed a message that she was well and happy. The colours of the scene were described as luminous and pale, yet brilliant. She also recounts her father's experiences in the Royal Navy during WWII, where he was transferred from ships that were subsequently sunk, leading to superstition among sailors.

Editors Comment: The editor notes having known of similar situations and invites readers to share their stories.

An Alien Base in Siberia & Alien Contact

By Omar Fowler, this article explores the accumulating evidence for an established alien base in the isolated centre of Siberia. It references an article in 'Flying Saucer Review' about a Siberian meteorite in September 2002, where a Russian source stated it was shot down by an 'unknown installation'. The article details an interview with Valery Uvarov of Russia's National Security Academy, who indicated the seriousness with which the Russians are treating the matter and their appeal for international participation in an expedition. The article also mentions earlier rumours of strange domed structures in north-eastern Siberia. The author then introduces a story from psychic Peter Gregory, who claims to have had psychic contact with a 23-year-old Hybrid Alien female named 'Oona'. 'Oona' was reportedly born on Earth through alien genetic engineering in the early 1970s and lived at a secret base in Russia. Peter recounts his first impressions of this base, describing dark grey terrain, high mountains, a red desert, and seven circular domed structures with hexagonal lenses. 'Oona' explained that hybrids are created to control evolution and ensure their own survival. Peter disagreed, calling it barbaric, to which 'Oona' responded by referencing humanity's violent past. 'Oona' stated their aim was not to harm but to help mankind realize its cosmic heritage by creating enlightened beings.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of OVNI are UFO sightings, the possibility of alien bases and contact, and paranormal experiences. The magazine appears to take a serious approach to investigating these phenomena, presenting witness accounts, expert opinions, and speculative theories. The editorial stance seems to be one of open-minded inquiry, encouraging reader participation and the sharing of personal experiences. The inclusion of an obituary and a strange creature report broadens the scope of the paranormal and unexplained topics covered.

This issue of OVNI magazine, dated November 2003 (Volume 12, Issue 12), delves into a variety of topics ranging from alien encounters and space exploration to astronomical phenomena and earth-based predictions.

Alien Contact and Secret Bases

The issue opens with a transcript of a conversation between 'Peter' and an entity named 'Oona'. Peter inquires about the use of implants by 'Greys', to which Oona explains they are used on pregnant females for monitoring and data collection on human physiology and atmospheric toxins. Oona also reveals the existence of hundreds of secret alien bases around the world, some located underground in the Verkhoyansk Range in Russia, approximately six hundred kilometres inland from Tiksi. Oona has been at a biological unit there for twenty-three years, assisting with the retrieval of embryos and foetuses. When questioned about emotions, Oona states that children are programmed for healthy growth and adapt well, implying that human emotions like love and affection are part of automatic conditioning. Oona suggests that humans have much to learn about emotions, stating, “More than you will ever understand!” A cryptic message left on Peter's notepad is also discussed, emphasizing the need for humanity to expand its acceptance of cosmic truths and rethink its conception of physics to understand the universe and visit distant planets.

Peter reflects on the encounter, feeling chilled and anxious about whether the Greys aim to elevate humanity or claim Earth. The article notes that Peter's story has been edited from his original notes made in July 1994 and that the full account is available in the booklet “Alien Contact. The Oona Story” published by the Phenomenon Research Association.

The Beagle 2 Mars Mission

Page 12 features an article titled "From the Moon to Mars - The Story of Beagle 2," detailing a lecture given by Dr. Geraint Morgan at Derby University on October 15th, 2003, about the Beagle 2 lander. The mission was launched aboard a Soyuz rocket with the Mars Express on June 2nd, 2003, from Baikonur Cosmodrome, with Beagle 2 scheduled to land on Mars around 3:00 am on Christmas day.

Beagle 2, named after Charles Darwin's ship, aims to help understand if life has ever evolved on Mars. The lecture covered Colin Pillinger's pioneering work in mass spectrometry and the study of meteorites. Pillinger, the driving force behind Beagle 2, faced challenges when ESA initially allocated only 60 kg of payload space, requiring him to secure additional funding. Companies like McClaren and Astrium were involved in its construction. The lander's design evolved into an elegant "pocket watch" or "clam shell" shape for better solar panel deployment. Engineering marvels included shrinking a mass spectrometer to a 4-inch cube. The lander is equipped with a Gas Analysis Package, a wide-angle camera, a "mole" for subsurface samples, a corer, grinder, and microscope. Its descent will involve a heat-shield, parachutes, and an unusual "airbag" system. A unique feature is that its initial signal upon landing will be a tune by the band Blur.

The article highlights that some engineering techniques from Beagle 2 are being developed for terrestrial use, such as portable mass spectrometers for medical analysis. The author, Andrew Johnson, expresses admiration for Colin Pillinger and his team's achievements, noting the project's budget of approximately £35 million.

The Evening Sky - November 2003

This section, authored by Walter Berg, provides an astronomical guide for November 2003. It notes that the evenings are darker, making the Andromeda Galaxy visible to the naked eye under clear conditions. The Milky Way is described as a giant galaxy within the Local Group, with Andromeda being the second largest. The article mentions that the Milky Way and Andromeda are on a collision course for the distant future.

Planetary visibility includes Mercury and Venus low in the twilight, Mars dominating the evening sky, Saturn at a good altitude by midnight, and Jupiter rising in the morning. Readers are encouraged to observe all five naked-eye planets. The Full Moon occurs on the 9th, with various traditional names for the November Moon. The Leonids meteor shower is predicted to be spectacular on the 18th/19th.

The author invites readers to visit The Evening Sky website for more articles on astronomy and related topics.

Tale Enders

This section presents a collection of brief reports:

• Earthquake Prediction: PRA member Jeff Whitear predicts a strong earthquake along a fault line running from N.Ireland across N. Wales and through the Midlands to Suffolk within the next year, estimated at 3-4.1 on the Richter Scale.
• Space Weather: A giant sunspot (486) produced an intense solar flare on November 4th, potentially historic and stronger than previous X20 flares recorded.
• Strange Dreams: A reader named 'Yorky' recounts a dream of being in a hidden underground facility with a secret laboratory, encountering guards with large black eyes (Hybrids?).
• An Indian Warning: PRA member 'Mary' expresses concern about humanity's destruction of rainforests and the ecological imbalance, quoting an Indian proverb about the inedibility of money after natural resources are depleted.
• A Costly UFO Talk: A talk titled 'The Truth About UFO's' (part of the 'Disclosure Project') was held in Derby on October 4th, with an admission fee of £20. This project was previously covered by PRA at a much lower cost.
• A Belgian Crop Circle: Mr. Jean-Marie Van der Hoop visited a crop circle near Avernas-le-Bauduin, Belgium, and provided details and photographs for a future report.
• Object Photographed Crossing Lunar Disc: Two photographs, taken on August 16th from the West Midlands, show a dark object crossing the Moon's disc. The object appears to have a structure resembling a shack.

Last PRA Meeting of 2003

Details are provided for the final meeting of the Phenomenon Research Association (PRA) for 2003, to be held on Tuesday, November 25th, at the Royal British Legion in Derby. The meeting will include a showing of a video on the 'Kecksberg Incident' and a raffle for 'The World's Greatest Alien Abduction Mysteries'.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the unexplained, with a focus on UFO phenomena, alien contact, and related mysteries. The editorial stance appears to be open to investigating these topics, presenting interviews, reports, and reader contributions. There is a clear interest in scientific endeavors related to space exploration (Beagle 2, Mars) and in phenomena that challenge conventional scientific understanding (alien communication, earthquake prediction, UFO sightings). The inclusion of astronomical observations and environmental concerns suggests a broader interest in the world and universe around us. The magazine also serves as a platform for reader engagement through contributions and event announcements for the Phenomenon Research Association.