Pegasus - 1992 Unnumbered

Magazine Overview

Title: PEGASUS
Issue: 92
Date: 1992
Publisher: Surrey Investigation Group on Aerial Phenomena (SIGAP)

This issue of PEGASUS, the magazine of the Surrey Investigation Group on Aerial Phenomena (SIGAP), delves into a variety of anomalous events, including UFO sightings, crop circle analysis, and the complex nature of UFO abductions.

Editorial

The editorial expresses hope that readers will enjoy the latest issue and support its continuation through letters and articles. It mentions that SIGAP is not seeking significant profit, with a £1 subscription intended to cover costs. The group expresses gratitude to Mr. Riches of the Prospect Club for providing free meeting venues. With the closure of the club, SIGAP will now need to hire rooms, with the Stoke Hotel in Guildford being a likely venue due to its suitable facilities and parking. The editorial also notes that 1992/3 membership subscriptions will extend until the end of 1993 and that a mailing list will be compiled as funds become available.

Reported Incidents and Investigations

Dorking UFO Encounter: Omar Fowler provided details of a ten-year-old UFO encounter near Dorking. The SIGAP team re-interviewed the witnesses, who added significant new material. The location is noted as being near Pitch Hill, an area known for UFO sightings and other paranormal events, including a recent re-appearance of the 'Surrey puma'. A report from the Dorking witnesses is promised for a later issue.

Warminster Activity: Paul Whitehead has reported renewed activity in the Warminster area, suggesting it as a potential topic for a future article.

SIGAP/BUFORA Skywatch 1967: Jim Goddard recounts a skywatch that took place on Pewley Down on June 24th, 1967, which was televised on the BBC's Panorama programme. During the watch, an orange light was observed approximately 5 degrees above the horizon in the WSW for about 2/3 seconds, reappearing briefly further south before moving up and down and disappearing. Goddard notes that he had a mental impression to leave the main group and travel to the Hog's Back, where he saw what he believes was the same orange light from a different viewpoint. At 12:25, a rippled line was seen moving across the moon, thought possibly to be an aircraft contrail. Robert Couttie, also present, described a 'cigar over the moon' that sank and tilted before disappearing. Other sightings reported on the same night included a cigar-shaped object over Essex, discs over Manchester, and twin yellow lights at Halifax.

Hog's Back Sighting: The night after the skywatch, Mr. B. Knowles described a 'shimmering football' over the Hog's Back, which SIGAP later identified as aircraft landing lights. However, a sighting made on June 27th by Squadron-Leader Shipwright proved more interesting.

Albury Downs Encounter: Squadron-Leader Shipwright, while walking on Albury Downs with his wife around 12:30 PM, observed an object that initially appeared to be a white horse galloping. They soon realized it was a round or egg-shaped object moving rapidly back and forth for about ten minutes. It then stopped, moved slowly at right angles, paused by trees, and rose over them, continuing eastward. The object was still moving when they returned to their car later. Shipwright contacted SIGAP, and a visit to the field revealed reddish sandstone with a design on one piece.

Widespread UFO Flap: The Albury Downs sighting was part of a widespread UFO flap involving orange objects. A lady in Woking saw a 'brilliant orange disc', and the Daily Mirror reported thousands seeing orange discs over Europe, with sightings across France, Germany, Italy, Belgium, and Switzerland.

Other Reports: Other accounts include an unusual noise overhead in Winchelsea and a pale, circular, fuzzy object giving off sparks seen in August.

SIGAP Meeting - 14 August 1992: At this meeting, Jimmy Goddard presented an account of the UFO seen at Newlands Corner, marking the 25th anniversary of the sighting. It was decided to inaugurate a £5.00 annual subscription to cover mailing costs and to charge a fee for future meetings to cover costs, as speakers often require expenses to be paid.

Pictograms - The Medium and the Message

Author: Gordon Millington

This article explores the increasing proliferation and complexity of crop field phenomena, distinguishing between the physical and semantic aspects. Millington critiques Dr. Terence Meaden's plasma vortex hypothesis, suggesting that a scientist driven to denounce examples not fitting his theory is working with a hypothesis at its end.

Mythical vs. Physical: The author draws a parallel to Shakespeare's 'The Tempest', where paranormal occurrences are attributed to the spirit Ariel. He questions whether these were caused by static electricity or orgone energy, suggesting that such explanations might be irrelevant to the theme.

Critique of Cereologists: Millington criticizes those who interpret crop phenomena through their own biases, such as plasma vorticists, astrologers, and occultists. He argues that if 'Prospero' (an intelligence behind the phenomena) were sending messages, they would be clearer.

Barbury Castle and Ickleton Figures: The article highlights two significant crop formations from the 1991 season: the Barbury Castle figure (July 17th) and the Ickleton Mandelbrot (August 12th). These figures, separated by about eighty miles, are described as having undeniable intellectual content and potentially a semantic link, both situated near ancient trackways.

Mathematical Interpretations: The Barbury Castle figure is described as a geometrical demonstration of static linear relationships, while the Ickleton Mandelbrot is a dynamic algebraic derivation of non-linear relationships. The Mandelbrot set is noted as being incredibly complex, symbolizing infinite complexity generated from simple iterations.

Chaos Theory and Order: George Wingfield's view that Chaos Theory indicates a natural order within chaos is discussed. Millington argues that chaos itself has no order, but fractals demonstrate the breakdown of one order into chaos, from which a new order evolves.

Symbolism and Interpretation: John Michell finds 'a world of symbolism' in the Barbury Castle pictogram. The article discusses interpretations ranging from the 'Three in One' principle to theological and architectural significance, questioning whether the figures are historical referents or embodiments of geometric universality.

Directed Intentionality: The article proposes two propositions: that pictograms show evidence of directed intentionality and cannot be ascribed to random physical forces, and that this intentionality implies an unspecifiable intelligence.

Prospero and Ariel: The author suggests that 'Prospero' (the intelligence) has been teasing vortex theorists with various formations. The recent Ickleton Mandelbrot figure, with its complex Euclidean logic, is seen as a move towards the algebra of the future, possibly a message from an artist who is also a mathematician.

Ancient Astronauts and Corn: The article connects corn to ancient astronauts and the biblical nephilim, suggesting that corn was a gift created by genetic manipulation. Sumerian records are cited, describing how the god Enki created Adam by artificial insemination. The work of biochemist Allan Wilson on mitochondrial DNA, suggesting human descent from a single female ancestor, is mentioned as corroborating these ancient records. The article questions whether these ancient astronauts are using corn symbols to remind humanity of their continuing interest.

UFO Phenomenon and Awakening: The article suggests that the circles may be a development from the UFO phenomenon, intended to awaken consciousness and a renewed awareness of the universe's reality, which is not always perceived through our senses.

UFO Abduction Phenomena and Temporary Schizophrenia

Author: Roland M. Horn (Translated by Gordon Millington)

This article examines UFO abduction phenomena, arguing that while they may not be objective experiences, the reports are not fraudulent. The author suggests that abduction accounts have diverse backgrounds but often share common features, including a tendency towards over-sensitivity and the manifestation of occult phenomena.

Psychological Factors: The article highlights the importance of psychological and psychiatric backgrounds, linking latent schizophrenia and secret emotions evoked during abduction experiences. It also considers the influence of science fiction, the cold war, and personal conflicts.

Abduction Experience Details: Common details of abduction experiences include amnesia (penetrable by hypnosis), being carried off under compulsion aboard a UFO, meeting strange beings, and medical examinations focused on reproduction and sex organs. The abductee may be given a message to pass on, and the temperature is noted as being low. The aliens are described as having established dominance, suggesting that the extra-terrestrial race will be saved by cross-species breeding.

Emotional Impact: The article notes that victims experience memories of total dread, but over time, emotional stresses diminish through suppression, during which the victim of schizophrenic recall remembers.

Speculation on Schizophrenia: The author speculates that everyone may have a latent capacity for schizophrenia, which can manifest during times of emotional stress.

Close Encounter of the UFO Kind

This section reports on a close encounter between a holiday airliner and a UFO over southern England. A Britannia Airways Boeing 737, descending towards Gatwick, nearly collided with a 'lozenge-shaped' object approximately 14,000 ft above the ground. The object was spotted 500 meters ahead and passed only 30ft above the wing. Experts from the British UFO Research Association (BUFORA) investigated and ruled out possibilities such as another aircraft, weather balloon, or missile. Jenny Randles of BUFORA described it as a 'classic close encounter' and suggested that dealing with advanced intelligences would be an earth-shattering discovery. While a CAA spokesman suggested it might have been a balloon, Randles stated that this explanation did not fit the evidence. The report notes this as one of an increasing trend of aircraft encounters with UFOs, mentioning a previous incident where a cargo plane's fuselage was damaged by a UFO over Suffolk.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO sightings, crop circle phenomena, and anomalous events, with a particular focus on cases investigated by SIGAP and its collaborators. There is a clear interest in the possibility of intelligent origins for crop circles, moving beyond purely natural explanations. The editorial stance appears open to unconventional theories, as evidenced by the discussion of the plasma vortex hypothesis and the potential for directed intentionality behind crop formations. The magazine also engages with the psychological aspects of reported phenomena, such as UFO abductions, and highlights the ongoing nature of UFO encounters, particularly those involving aircraft. The overall tone is investigative and analytical, seeking to understand the 'medium and the message' behind these unexplained events.

This issue of Federal File, dated March 1992 (Volume 3, Issue 16), delves into complex theories about consciousness, extraterrestrial life, and UFO phenomena. The magazine explores the "Bicameral Mind" theory, the nature of UFO abductions, and the ongoing search for intelligent life beyond Earth, alongside a report on alleged secret military projects.

The Bicameral Mind and Consciousness

The issue extensively discusses Professor Julian Jaynes' theory of the "Bicameral Mind." According to Jaynes, ancient human brains operated with two distinct hemispheres: the left, associated with speech, and the right, which housed important brain operations and spatial discrimination but lacked a speech center. In this "bicameral mind," a 'God' figure resided in the right hemisphere, communicating with 'Man' in the left. This division, Jaynes suggests, created a form of consciousness where individuals heard divine commands or voices without a sense of self or personal consciousness as we understand it today. The development of speech and later writing led to the breakdown of this bicameral structure, resulting in the emergence of subjective consciousness and the 'Ego.'

The article draws parallels between this theory and modern psychological phenomena. It suggests that schizophrenia might represent a partial regression to the bicameral state, where individuals experience auditory hallucinations, hearing voices that are not their own and losing their sense of self. Similarly, UFO abduction experiences are proposed to be a manifestation of this regression, where the 'aliens' are internal constructs or 'gods' from the individual's own mind, expressing wish-fulfillments or directives.

UFO Abductions and the "Gods"

The text posits that when individuals experience extreme stress, the dormant 'godlike' functions of the right brain hemisphere can be triggered, leading to experiences akin to the bicameral era. This is illustrated with the case of Betty and Barney Hill, whose abduction experience is interpreted as a regression to the bicameral mind-state due to accumulated stress. The 'aliens' encountered are described not as external beings but as internal manifestations, a part of the individual's own stored memories and subconscious. The quote from Jaynes emphasizes that these 'gods' are wish-fulfillments originating from the nervous system, particularly the right hemisphere.

The Search for Extraterrestrial Life

Another significant section addresses the debate surrounding extraterrestrial life. It highlights contrasting views, such as Carl Sagan's belief in its existence and Frank Tipler's conviction that aliens cannot exist. The article touches upon concerns, like those of Sir Martin Ryle, about the potential negative impact of contact with superior alien intelligence on human culture. It notes the difficulty in finding balanced accounts on the subject and introduces Emmanuel Davoust's book, "The Cosmic Water Hole," which aims to present both sides of the argument without necessarily taking a definitive stance.

The article discusses the origin of life, the evolution of intelligence, and the astronomical challenges of detecting Earth-like planets. It also explores potential reasons why extraterrestrials might avoid contact, including ecological concerns or a superior understanding of the universe. The sociological impact of the search for ET on human civilization is also examined, noting how the debate has influenced funding and public belief.

Project Snowbird and Groom Lake

The issue includes a report on "Project Snowbird" at Groom Lake (Area 51/S-4), a highly secret military complex. According to numerous letters from alleged insiders, this project involves the "reverse engineering" of captured flying discs that reportedly crashed in New Mexico in 1947. The project's goal is to study these saucers and build working prototypes, which are then supposedly test-flown at Groom Lake. The article acknowledges the speculative nature of these claims but notes that the story has surfaced from multiple sources, including Robert Lazar, who claims to have witnessed flying saucers being tested at S-4. The report also mentions sightings of strange triangular aircraft and sonic booms in the area, suggesting the testing of advanced flying machines.

Other Content

Briefly mentioned are a pictogram found in Surrey, UK, in 1992, and a 1968 sighting of a ball of light in the same field. The magazine also features a brief mention of Arthur Thomlinson, a UFOlogist who identified different types of interacting aliens.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the nature of consciousness, the potential existence of extraterrestrial life, and the interpretation of unexplained phenomena like UFOs through psychological and neurological frameworks. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting complex theories and anecdotal evidence while acknowledging their speculative nature. The magazine encourages readers to consider these ideas and form their own conclusions, particularly regarding the Bicameral Mind theory and its implications for understanding human experience and UFO encounters. There's a clear interest in exploring unconventional explanations for phenomena that challenge conventional scientific understanding.