OVNI - 2009 11 - November-December

Magazine Overview

Title: OVNI
Issue: November/December 2009
Publisher: JOURNAL OF THE PHENOMENON RESEARCH ASSOCIATION
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English

This issue of OVNI, the journal for the discerning researcher, presents a collection of intriguing reports on UFO sightings, alien encounters, and unexplained phenomena from late 2009 and earlier.

Police Officers 'Alien' Report Cannot Be Ignored

This lead article details a remarkable incident where a police officer, off-duty, contacted British UFO experts after witnessing three aliens examining a freshly made crop circle near Avebury, Wiltshire. The officer described the beings as over 6ft tall with blond hair, and noted a "sound of static electricity" before they ran away at incredible speed. The officer returned home and contacted paranormal experts, reporting he had spotted a UFO. Wiltshire Police declined to comment, calling it a "personal matter." Crop circle researcher Andrew Russell, investigating on behalf of the officer, confirmed the details, noting the figures appeared to be inspecting the crop. Colin Andrews, another crop circle expert, expressed conviction in the officer's experience, suggesting the unusual movement and poltergeist experiences indicated more than a simple misidentification. The article also touches on the phenomenon of 'crackling' in wheat fields, attributed to ion discharge, and the potential for HF radiation during crop circle formation to affect witnesses.

'FT' Sighting at Weston-Underwood, Duffield, Derbys. 7th Oct.09

PRA member Melanie Cunningham reported several UFO and 'FT' (Flying Triangle) sightings. During a skywatching session on October 7th, she observed dark triangles with blue and white lights, as well as objects shaped like squares and rulers. She described one triangle moving on its base with the point upwards, emitting a brilliant blue light. Some objects were silent, while others emitted a 'mechanical' noise. The direction of travel varied, generally south-east to north-west. Cows on a nearby farm were observed mooing during the sighting. The craft's movement was described as erratic and fast.

Louth, Lincolnshire Still Active!

This section features reports from Eric Goring, a contact in Brinkhill, Lincolnshire, who has been observing UFO activity for over a year. Goring describes various sightings, including a "White Ball" that appeared from nowhere and dove to the ground at terrific speed, and a "Black Triangle (cloaked)" that "decloaked" into a triangle. He mentions reports from the 1979/80 'Belgium Flying Triangle flap' where FTs were seen shrinking to a ball of light. Goring also notes a theory that 'They' are here all the time and co-exist with us. He describes a "Bright Ball" that dove to the ground at high speed, similar to an event seen five months prior. The article highlights the phenomenon of witnesses seeing UFOs while others nearby appear oblivious.

Strange Case of the Councillor and the Friendly Alien Wearing Ballet Shoes

Winchester councillor Adrian Hicks claims to have had a close encounter with an extraterrestrial being on the city's High Street in late January or early February 2004. He described a "pretty blonde" woman dressed in a white ballet outfit, walking with a "penguin-like gait" and large, prominent eyes, twirling her hands. She appeared friendly and at ease. Hicks, an orthopaedic technician, remained silent for five years to avoid jeopardizing his election chances. He believes this "being" is linked to sightings of lights over St Catherine's Hill and covert military activity at Chilcomb. He expresses a desire to set up a UFO watch group for Winchester.

Montana USA UFO Report: (May 2009)

Jim Smith, an American retired truck driver living near Yellowstone National Park, reported a sighting of a strange blue light, about the size of a basketball, approximately 500 feet high, moving fast and straight north. The light was not blinking and was a "real pretty blue." Smith expressed surprise that the Phenomenon Research Association was based in England. He also commented philosophically on the Yellowstone volcano, stating he doesn't worry about it.

A UFO Encounter Near Loscoe, Heanor, Derbyshire 24 Years Ago!

Mark Bloodworth recounts a UFO encounter that happened about twenty-four years prior to the article's publication (circa 1985). While driving home at 3:15 am, he saw bright lights on Charles Hill Playing Fields. He observed a craft shaped like a rugby ball, about 30 feet in length, with white lights around the middle and a red light moving across the bottom. The craft appeared to be hovering. Bloodworth felt scared and drove away, checking to see if he was being followed. He noted no missing time from the event. The editor comments that the age of the sighting does not detract from its importance and that the red light is an unusual feature.

Unusual Blue Lights....

This section discusses a mysterious blue glow in the sky, referencing an article by Richard Colborne. The photograph provided was identified as a 'Noctilucent Cloud', a natural phenomenon. Observing tips are given for spotting these clouds, which appear as luminous blue-white tendrils spreading across the sky, typically seen 30 minutes to an hour after sunset.

Rotating Blue Lights

This report, sourced from Billy Booth, describes a sighting from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, where a man saw three blue lights rotating in a circle within a large cloud. Four more lights appeared, forming a circle before disappearing. The cloud cleared, and a helicopter arrived. The article poses the question of whether UFOs use clouds to disguise their presence or create them.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around unexplained aerial phenomena, including UFOs, flying triangles, and unusual lights. The magazine consistently presents eyewitness accounts, often from credible sources like police officers and public officials, emphasizing the need for serious investigation. There is a clear stance that these phenomena are not easily dismissed and warrant further study, as evidenced by the detailed reporting and the inclusion of expert opinions. The editorial tone encourages open-mindedness and the collection of evidence, suggesting that many sightings go unreported due to fear of ridicule. The magazine also explores potential explanations, both conventional (like noctilucent clouds) and speculative (like alien disguises), while maintaining a focus on the unexplained aspects of the reported events.

This issue of OVNI, covering pages 10-14, focuses on various aerial phenomena, UFO sightings, and related topics, with content primarily from October 2009. The magazine features reports on unexplained objects, astronomical observations, and personal accounts, alongside a tribute to a deceased member and an announcement for an upcoming presentation.

Aerial Phenomenon: Flying Rods and Moscow Cloud

The issue begins by revisiting the 'Flying Rod' phenomenon, previously discussed in OVNI, suggesting it was an intelligently controlled object caught on a BBC webcam. These objects are described as rare and were first filmed by parachutists in Mexico. A photograph of a 'Flying Rod' is presented. Additionally, a single frame from a VHS video taken by George Ritter in Fostoria on August 13, 2009, shows a strange object moving at high speed, possibly with a biological or plasma aspect.

Another significant event covered is the 'HAARP Cloud Over Moscow' on October 6, 2009. A video of a bizarre light or cloud formation viewed over Moscow appeared on YouTube, garnering over 100,000 views. While meteorologists dismissed theories of the supernatural, attributing it to an optical effect caused by sun rays passing through a cloud, the editor expressed doubt, stating, "I don't think so!"

Space Anomalies: Mars and the Moon

The magazine explores potential evidence of extraterrestrial activity in space. It mentions the discovery of a monolith on Phobos and another on Mars, referencing Buzz Aldrin. A section titled 'Road Found on the Moon?' suggests that using Google Earth 5.0's Moon feature and searching for 'Joy' reveals a road or trail that runs for miles, following the terrain. The author alerted KRON news and found other anomalies near the Apollo 15 site. The editor notes it's a trail but "hardly a road," and speculates that Russian Luna Explorer vehicles from decades ago might be responsible.

Tribute to Ernie Sears

A poignant section is dedicated to the passing of Ernie Sears, who died on October 3, 2009, at the age of 84. Sears was a member of the PRA and the Southampton UFO Group, contributing news and photos to the OVNI journal. His interests included psychic study, Out Of The Body experiences, healing, and abduction cases, and he believed he had been abducted. An extract from his letter describes a sighting on November 28, 1977, in Portswood, Southampton, of a silent, metallic triangular craft with 'ribs' and colored lights, which he felt was looking down at him. Another extract details his belief in the separation of the 'mind' (soul) from the brain.

Astronomy Picture of the Day: Stephan's Quintet

This section features an image from the Hubble Space Telescope showcasing Stephan's Quintet, a compact galaxy group located about 300 million light-years away. The image highlights four interacting galaxies and a closer, bluish galaxy. The explanation, credited to NASA, ESA, and the Hubble SM4 ERO Team, details the gravitational interactions and distances involved, noting the group lies within the constellation Pegasus.

Tale Enders: UFO Reports and Events

This section compiles several brief reports of UFO sightings and incidents:

• October 21, 1957: A near-collision incident involving an RAF pilot flying a Meteor fighter near RAF Gaydon, Warwickshire, England. Six lights emerged from an object that disappeared suddenly, with ground radar tracking confirming the sighting.
• October 16, 2009: A flare-looking glow with a white center and red surround was observed drifting over Allenton, England, moving at approximately 20mph with no noise. It was witnessed by multiple people.
• October 12, 2009: A sighting in Chesterfield, England, where four brilliant bright orange lights, described as balls of fire and about 4-5 times the size of a star, were seen in the evening sky and then vanished.

Presentation Announcement: Paul Ponssot

An upcoming presentation by Paul Ponssot, a French UFO Researcher, is announced for Tuesday, November 24th, at the 'Royal British Legion' in Allenton, Derby. His talk, titled "Project Bluebeam, what are behind recent developments in ufology?", will cover recent UFO cases, the media's evolving stance on UFOs, the disclosure project, and the French UFO scene. Ponssot also intends to discuss how the UFO scene, new age, and 9/11 truth movements are allegedly infiltrated and used to control the public and maintain a 'New World Order', criticizing the work of Dr. Judy Wood and the French 9/11 truth movement's focus.

Editorial Notes

The issue concludes with a note stating there will be no PRA meeting in December and that articles and opinions in OVNI do not necessarily reflect the views of the PRA. It also includes a copyright notice for OVNI articles.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the investigation of unexplained aerial phenomena, the search for extraterrestrial evidence in space, and skepticism towards official explanations for UFO sightings, as evidenced by the editor's comment on the Moscow cloud. There is a strong undercurrent of conspiracy theories, particularly concerning government cover-ups and the manipulation of public perception, as highlighted in the announcement for Paul Ponssot's presentation. The magazine also engages with topics beyond traditional UFO sightings, such as psychic experiences and life after death, as exemplified by the tribute to Ernie Sears. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into anomalous phenomena, often questioning mainstream explanations and exploring alternative theories, with a particular focus on ufology and its broader implications for society and global control.