OVNI - 2006 03 - March-April

Magazine Overview

Title: OVNI
Issue: March/April
Volume: 2006
Publisher: Journal of the Phenomenon Research Association
Country: UK
Price: £2 +pp UK: 4 Euros incl.pp

MANKIND IN CONFLICT

This section opens with a quote from 'The Visitors' in June 1994, attributed to Psychic Peter Gregory, suggesting that humanity's failure to understand the involvement of 'Aliens' in our existence stems from our limited perception of reality and our inability to accept universal truths. The article posits that 'Aliens' have tried to guide humanity towards peaceful co-existence, but our reluctance to embrace this is evident in our inter-religious conflicts and the tendency to annihilate those with different belief systems. It is suggested that the 'Aliens' are reluctant to make overt contact, such as landing on the Whitehouse Lawn, due to fear of a hostile reception.

A message from contactee Dave McMurray, written on September 15th, 1985, after a close encounter with an alien craft, is presented. This message indicates that 'Aliens' have been observing Earth since 12 B.C., noting slow development and a warlike human nature. They recommend reassessing human advancement due to the planet's nature and suggest continuing at a 50% rate of cooperation rather than full cooperation. The message implies that mankind must realize we are all one family on Earth to avoid sealing the fate of future generations. The section concludes by mentioning discoveries on Mars suggesting past intelligent life and questioning where Martians might have finally landed.

A Report From Margaret Fry on Triangular UFO's

Margaret Fry, an investigator of UFOs since 1965, shares several reports of triangular UFO sightings, distinguishing them from potential stealth bombers.

• Bexhill-on-Sea, Summer 1973: J. Linch reported a silent, triangular disc-shaped object hovering about 30 yards above her. It had red and green lights at the corners and a white light at the top, flashing for about 10 minutes before disappearing instantly.
• North Kent, September 2nd, 1978: Mr. and Mrs. Taylor and their children reported a small, dark metallic object flying about 200ft over their front gardens. The triangle was pulling slowly, had green, white, red, and amber lights, and left a large vapour trail. It appeared to have no depth.
• Bala Lake, North Wales, January 12th, 1990: David Heddwyn Jones, a Chiropodist, saw a small triangular craft hovering about 15 feet off a sheep field. It was metallic grey, still, soundless, and had a white line of fluorescent light across its base, with small green lights above and at the sides. It moved horizontally as if 'riding waves'.
• Tresor, near Bangor, July 5th, 1996: John Hughes observed a small triangular object, grey/black metallic, come from inland and pass close by, about 23 ft across the base, moving as if pulled by the wind.
• Rhyl/Llandudno, February 9th, 1986: A flaming red/orange triangular object was seen flying slowly over fields alongside the M6, with red flames fanning out behind it. It eventually went down onto a field and vanished, leaving a fan-shaped flame visible.
• Queensferry, N. Wales, February 27th, 1986: Taxi driver Mr. Jones spotted a triangular craft at very low altitude.
• Flint, N. Wales, March 5th, 1986: Taxi-driver Keith Bailey observed 6 large oval lights (green, white, green, white) with a darker triangular area below, stationary in the sky, with lights flashing alternately.
• River Dee, near Shotton, N. Wales, March 5th, 1986: Taxi-driver Frances Martin saw a spectacular array of lights.

Further Reports from Margaret Fry

• Mold, August 23rd, 1986: Miss R. Griffiths, a librarian, saw a metallic silver triangular cone hovering and emitting white, then blue/green beams. A small aeroplane passed over the object.
• Denbigh, N. Wales, May 12th, 1994: Alison and her friend witnessed about 18 white triangular UFOs hovering above trees. The objects dimmed and reappeared, with an invisible line seeming to go across them.
• Dover, Kent, July 31st, 1994: Robert Chatterton and Virag saw three blue balls in a triangular shape, a strange cone, and an oval object with a dark centre.
• Denbigh, October 11th, 1994: A witness saw a low-flying triangular object with lights inside the pointed part, passing over the road at a height that barely skimmed the roof of a garage. It was estimated to be 75 ft across the base.
• Tremerichon, N. Wales, June 25th, 1996: An aunt and her niece observed a black solid object, approximately 25ft at the base, with a white light in one corner, tilted forward, and appearing pyramid-shaped.

Margaret Fry notes that some families seem to be singled out for UFO experiences over years, suggesting a possible connection.

AN 'FT' SIGHTING IN 1973

This section details a report from Andrew Badham (PRA) concerning two triangular UFO sightings over Newbridge, South Wales, on February 12th and 22nd, 1973.

• February 12th, 1973: A peculiarly shaped object, described as a large triangular shape with an elliptical rear end, metallic in colour, and giving off no audible sound, was seen flying in a Northerly direction.
• February 22nd, 1973: The UFO was seen again, travelling in a Southerly direction and passing underneath a large four-engined jet airliner. The object appeared to be about the size of the tail section of the jet.

Andrew Badham, who was a member of the Air Training Corps aircraft recognition team, states that the object was not any aircraft he had seen at the time or since, describing it as a beautiful craft with no obvious engines or tail plane, possessing a pure aerodynamic shape. He notes that the object was slow-moving, made no sound, had no contrail, and was below civil jet traffic at 30,000ft.

M.O.D. Copy letters

This section includes correspondence between Andrew Badham and the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regarding UFO reports.

• A letter from the MOD, dated March 7th, 1973, acknowledges Badham's letter about the UFO sightings over Newbridge. It states that due to the lapse of time, investigation is not worthwhile. The MOD explains its general attitude towards UFO reports, stating they are investigated for potential air defence implications. The letter outlines common explanations for UFO reports, including aircraft (especially when seen from unusual angles), satellites, space junk, balloons, meteorological phenomena, celestial objects (like Venus and Sirius), and hoaxes. It concludes that a small number of reports remain unexplained but do not suggest origins different in kind from those that are explained.
• Andrew Badham provides comments on these letters, noting that the MOD's standard letter format is used and that radar recordings were checked. He expresses intrigue about the wording of the CAA letter.
• The OVNI Editor comments on the release of government files under the 'Freedom of Information Act', suggesting that civilian UFO groups likely possess as much information as the MOD. The editor believes that the MOD would not admit to identifying craft from outside the solar system or other dimensions and that information on crashed UFO craft is unlikely to be made public.

The Smell of Moondust

This article, dated January 30th, 2006, from Science@NASA's Apollo Chronicles, discusses the sensory experiences of Apollo astronauts with moondust.

• Apollo 17 astronaut Gene Cernan described moondust as "amazing stuff," soft like snow, yet strangely abrasive. Apollo 16 astronaut John Young found its taste "not half bad."
• Astronauts reported that moondust smells "like spent gunpowder." This smell was detected after moondust was tracked inside the lunar lander on boots, gloves, and suits.
• Apollo 17 astronaut Jack Schmitt experienced extraterrestrial hay fever after his first EVA, with his turbinates becoming swollen due to the dust. He believes he has sensitive turbinates, reacting to petrochemicals and cigarette smoke.
• Other astronauts also reacted, though perhaps less noticeably, with Apollo 16 pilot Charlie Duke describing it as a "strong smell" and having the taste of gunpowder. Gene Cernan remarked it "smells like someone just fired a carbine in here."

The article includes photos of Gene Cernan resting inside the lunar module Challenger and Jack Schmitt's spacesuit covered in moondust.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of OVNI Journal are UFO sightings, particularly triangular craft, and the ongoing research into these phenomena. The journal appears to adopt a stance of open-minded investigation, presenting witness accounts and official responses while also acknowledging the limitations of public information regarding UFOs. The editorial comments suggest a belief that there is more to UFO activity than is officially disclosed, particularly concerning military and governmental knowledge. The inclusion of the moondust article broadens the scope beyond terrestrial UFOs to include space exploration and the sensory experiences of astronauts, linking it to the broader theme of the unknown and the potential for extraterrestrial phenomena.

This issue of OVNI magazine, dated February 6, 2006, features a prominent article on the mysterious discovery of what appears to be an alien artifact in a UK attic. The magazine also includes witness accounts of UFO sightings in the USA and Poland, and explores theories about artificial substances and potential life on Mars.

The Alien in the Attic

The lead story, "US serial number gives clue to mystery of the alien in the attic" by Patrick Barkham, details the discovery made by Barney Broom while renovating his cottage in Gunthorpe, North Norfolk. Broom found a 30cm (12 inch) figure of a baby alien in a jar filled with pungent liquid. The figure has a US serial number painted on its four-toed foot and is possibly sculpted from a clay-like substance and painted grey, resembling aliens from the "Roswell incident" hoax film. The alien was found wrapped in a copy of the Daily Mirror dated October 1947, the same year as the Roswell incident.

Professor Adam Roberts, an expert in science fiction literature, was called in to examine the creature. He suggested that the proximity of the discovery to US air bases (RAF Lakenheath and RAF Mildenhall) might indicate a military component. A spokeswoman for the US air force denied making such models and stated the figure was not government property, suggesting it might have been catalogued by a museum. She dismissed it as a hoax. Professor Roberts acknowledged it could be a film prop from the 1960s but was not surprised by the US denial, stating it is their usual line when alien encounters are reported.

The Sci Fi Channel planned to broadcast live footage of the alien and, after further tests, Mr Broom intended to display it.

A Polish Witness Sighting in the USA

This section features an e-mail from a witness identified only as 'Daniel' from Poland, detailing a UFO sighting in California, USA. While living in the USA, Daniel and his wife were in 'Foot-Hill Park' near San Jose when they saw a UFO hovering over the forest. A laser beam was directed from the ship to the ground, seemingly collecting resources. The couple panicked and fled home. Since then, Daniel claims to have been followed by UFOs and can identify shapes and lights in the sky that form triangles. After divorcing and returning to Poland, he continued his observations, believing extraterrestrial beings exist and inhabit the universe. He has purchased binoculars to better observe these phenomena and plans to send photographic evidence, though he notes that winter skies in Poland are often cloudy. Daniel expressed concern about revealing his full identity due to potential government secrets and media attention.

Filey, Yorkshire Incident: 24th January 06

This report by Russell Kellett describes a sighting by a man walking his dog in Filey, Yorkshire. The witness observed a silver object with a yellow tint and an odd yellowish vapor trail, described as cylinder-shaped or like a cigar. The object was fluorescent yellow, very bright, and moved horizontally, leaving a vapor trail twice its length. The witness estimated its size to be as large as a passenger plane. He noted there was no sound, but a flame seemed to be behind it. He concluded it was not an airplane, despite initially thinking it might be one on fire. The witness stated the experience gave him 'the heebie-jeebies'. The report notes that the investigation continues.

UFO Over Nottingham?

This section presents a nighttime photograph sent in by UFO researcher Jim Rayner of Nottingham. The accompanying text clarifies that the image is not a UFO but a police helicopter shining its searchlight on an incident in the city, serving as an example of how such events can be misidentified as UFOs.

Mars Artificial Substances

This article, sourced from 'The Filers Files' and using NASA/JPL photos, presents the hypothesis that extraterrestrial intelligent life exists and that many reported UFOs are alien craft. It suggests that human history may have been modified by extraterrestrials, and that ancient wonders on Earth resemble structures found on Mars, indicating life has developed on other planets.

Harold Carver is quoted as finding what appear to be artificial substances on Mars, enclosed in red boxes, resembling a wafer or chip and a piece of pottery. MUFON Director John Schuessler sent a photo appearing to show a tube system on Mars. Mars Investigator Joseph P. Skipper believes these are real giant tube systems on Mars, representing the activity of life. The article also mentions a defected Soviet scientist who claims photographs from an orbiting satellite show the ruined temples of a Martian civilization, with a Soviet satellite reaching Mars in 1982 and beaming back images of a large city.

Tale Enders

This section contains several short items:

• Extract from Hopi and Mayan elders: This extract discusses cycles and accurate predictions, dismissing global warming as a myth created by special interest groups. It asserts that climate change and ocean warming/cooling are natural and cyclical.
• Greenland Ice Loss: A NASA/University of Kansas study indicates that ice loss from Greenland has doubled between 1996 and 2005 due to glaciers flowing faster into the ocean in response to a warmer climate.
• Welcome to 'UFO Data': An announcement for a new UFO magazine produced by Russel Callaghan, available for £2.95.
• Night Time Surveillance over Derby: A new night vision/infra-red camera is now operational in Derby to record unusual events.
• Star 26 Light Years Away Could Harbour Alien Life: Scientists have identified a yellow-orange sun called Chara, 26 light years away, as a likely source of intelligent alien civilization. It is one of five stars identified as promising hotspots for life by astronomer Margaret Turnbull.
• Next PRA Meeting: Details of upcoming PRA meetings in Derby for 2006, including a video presentation on March 28th by Peter Jennings Reporting (USA) titled 'UFO's-Seeing Is Believing', with a free UFO book raffle.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the possibility of extraterrestrial life, both on Earth and in space, with a focus on UFO sightings and artifacts. There is a skeptical view presented regarding 'global warming', framing it as a fabrication. The publication appears to be a platform for witness accounts, investigative reports, and speculative theories related to UFO phenomena and potential alien contact. The editorial stance seems to lean towards open-mindedness regarding UFOs and extraterrestrial life, while also critically examining claims and presenting evidence, such as the Nottingham helicopter photo, to debunk misidentifications. The inclusion of scientific findings related to Mars and distant stars further broadens the scope of inquiry into the existence of life beyond Earth.