Pegasus - Vol 12 No 2

Magazine Overview

PEGASUS, Volume 12, Issue #2, published by the Surrey Investigation Group on Aerial Phenomena, presents a diverse collection of articles and reports related to UFOs and unexplained phenomena. The issue features a cover with the title 'PEGASUS' and an illustration of the mythological winged horse, alongside a flying saucer graphic. The editorial team includes Chairman Gordon Millington and Vice-Chairmen Paul Whitehead and Ian Wheatley.

Moonstruck

This section reflects on the 1969 moon landing and the authenticity of the space suits used, questioning why NASA might have faked such images and highlighting the harsh lunar environment. It also ponders the lack of further lunar exploration since the Apollo 17 mission in 1972, despite the potential for resources like water.

UFO Sighting: Route 11, Ohio

A detailed report, sent by Charles Stuart and investigated by George Pindroh, describes a UFO sighting on Route 11 in Ohio on the night of July 22-23, 2000. Three motorists, described as credible witnesses, reported being "surrounded and paced by multiple red lights" for nearly 40 miles. The lights, estimated to be around 35, were described as basketball-sized and attached to a larger, unseen object. The experience coincided with the car's burglar alarm system malfunctioning and moisture appearing on the windshield. The report notes that the ex-law enforcement officer among the witnesses expressed respect for their privacy.

Northwich UFO caught on video

Researchers at the Cheshire-based British UFO Studies Centre have been "shocked" by a "remarkable" video film of an anomalous object captured in Northwich, UK, on July 9th, 2000. Experts consider it the "best ever UFO film," with UFO Magazine's Russ Callaghan also calling it the "best footage I have ever seen."

UFOs over Lincolnshire

This section details multiple UFO sightings near Grimsby, Lincolnshire, UK, during April 2000. One incident involved Elaine King, who claimed to be "transported from her bed to an alien space craft" in an "abduction attempt." Another report describes a "pure white unearthly object" hovering over Grimsby. An 11-year-old boy, Reshi Kumar, reported seeing a bright round light that dropped sharply. Cliff Blyth reported being struck by a "two-inch red ball of fire" that passed through his chest without causing injury. John and Dorothy Ramsden saw a "silver cigar"-shaped object with a pinkish glow. Mrs. Elaine Reed spotted a "daylight disc" described as "red and as big as an aerosol can," and another witness saw a "bright light hovering" at an altitude of 3,000-5,000 feet.

ABSTRACT: Interstellar Travel and SETI

This abstract argues for the possibility of intelligent extraterrestrials (ETs) living in "world ships" within our solar system, potentially detectable through infrared radiation. It notes recent findings of substantial red excess in Kuiper Belt objects and proposes a research program to monitor spectral irradiances. The abstract suggests that ETs may have little interest in beaming radio signals and proposes strategies for direct contact.

WEIRD "ICE CIRCLE" FOUND IN DELTA, ONTARIO

A strange "ice ring" was found on a pond near Delta, Ontario, Canada, on December 2, 2000. The formation was approximately 15 feet in diameter and three inches wide. This was reported as the tenth such circle-type phenomenon received that year by Circles Phenomenon Research-Canada.

The Hudson Valley UFO: a review

This article reviews the Hudson Valley UFO phenomenon, which began 17 years prior to the article's publication. It describes sightings of triangular or boomerang-shaped objects larger than a football field, often seen by hundreds of citizens and police officers. Philip Imbrogno, a UFO investigator, is cited as stating that over 5,000 people have reported sightings. The phenomenon is noted to occur in waves, with the 1980s being a peak period. The article discusses the difficulty in finding logical explanations and the potential for telepathic communication with alien intelligence. It also mentions Dean Fagerstrom, who claims to have had contact with entities like "Donestra" and "Aphax," and produced mathematical systems and music through channelling.

Plasma and UFOs

MUFON investigator Peter Jordan maintains that UFO phenomena are "extremely selfish and in many cases extremely sinister." He suggests a link between supernatural phenomena and extra-terrestrials, proposing "plasma" (ionised particles) as a common denominator. Jordan theorizes that plasma can create balls of travelling light consistent with UFO sightings and may be an alternate life form. He is skeptical of abduction cases and suggests that alien intelligence might interact with our consciousness to shape our perception.

Government and UFO Secrecy

Peter Gersten, a founding member of Citizens Against UFO Secrecy (CAUS), has filed lawsuits against the U.S. government to uncover its knowledge of UFOs. Gersten acquired CIA documents confirming the reality of UFO objects, with some documents withheld for national security reasons. He is pursuing a lawsuit seeking the release of Department of Defense documents related to the Hudson Valley UFO.

Eureka! Scientists break speed of light!

This section reports on research by Lijun Wang at NEC, which claims to have accelerated light pulses to 300 times their normal velocity, effectively leaping forward in time. The implications for physics, including Einstein's theory of relativity, are discussed. Physicists in Italy have also reported propagating microwaves at speeds above normal light speed. The applications are seen in speeding up computer circuits rather than time travel.

Missouri OKS UFO initiative

Missouri has approved a ballot initiative to urge congressional action for "ending the government cover up of the UFO experience." Organizers aim to gather 75,000 signatures to place the question on the fall general election ballot, encouraging other states to follow suit.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the unexplained, with a focus on UFO sightings, alleged alien contact, and the scientific and governmental aspects surrounding these phenomena. There is a clear interest in investigating credible reports and challenging official narratives, particularly regarding government secrecy. The publication appears to lean towards the belief that UFOs represent a genuine phenomenon, possibly involving non-human intelligence, and advocates for greater transparency and scientific support for research in this field. The articles often highlight witness testimony, expert analysis, and the potential implications for humanity's understanding of the universe and its place within it.

This issue of Pilot Magazine, identified by its issue number '20', features a collection of articles on UFO sightings, ancient mysteries, and related research. The magazine is published by Mutual UFO Network, Inc. and appears to be based in the USA, with content in English.

UK Pilot Films UFO In Near-Miss Above Mojave Desert

The lead story recounts an incident where English pilot David Hastings, flying over the Mojave Desert, had a near-miss with an unidentified flying object. Hastings, accompanied by an ex-American military pilot, quickly snapped two color photos of the oval-shaped spaceship. The first print showed an empty sky, but the second revealed a large object with black rings passing close to their Cessna plane. Despite the close encounter, there was no sound, and the radar control tower confirmed no other aircraft were present. The U.S. Navy admitted to being baffled by the event.

The Dropa Stones

This section details the discovery of the 'Dropa Stones' in 1938 by Professor Chi Pu Tei during an expedition in the Himalayan Mountains. The caves explored were described as artificially carved tunnels with neatly arranged burial sites containing the skeletal remains of a small, spindly people, measuring just over four feet tall, with disproportionately large skulls. Initially thought to be ape remains, this idea was dismissed by Professor Chi Pu Tei. Further discoveries included pictograms of celestial bodies and an odd stone disc, approximately nine inches in diameter and three-quarters of an inch thick. This disc featured a central hole and a spiraling groove that turned out to be microscopic hieroglyphics.

In total, 716 such discs were found, dated to be between 10,000 and 12,000 years old. In 1962, Chinese scientist Dr. Tsum Um Nui deciphered the hieroglyphics. The stones tell the story of the Dropa, a people who descended to Earth from the clouds in an aircraft and crash-landed in the Baian-Kara-Ula Mountains. They sought refuge in caves but were misunderstood by the local Ham tribe, leading to conflict and the death of some Dropa. The Dropa were unable to repair their spacecraft and became stranded. The text notes that the current inhabitants of the area include two tribes who call themselves the Dropa and the Han, who are of pygmy stature and have physical characteristics distinct from Chinese or Tibetan populations.

Further research by Russian scientist W. Saitsew in 1968 revealed that the granite stones contained high concentrations of cobalt and other metals, and exhibited peculiar electrical properties when tested with an oscillograph. The article concludes by posing the question of whether the Dropa were extraterrestrial visitors or if their story is a creation myth, noting that the stones remain unexplained.

Georgina Bruni's New Book Explores Rendlesham Forest UFO Case

This section announces a new book by Georgina Bruni titled 'You Can't Tell the People,' which reportedly contains a transcript of a secret tape recording made by U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Charles Halt. The recording documents a UFO landing in Rendlesham Forest, East Anglia, UK, in 1980. The book includes Halt's firsthand account of witnessing the spacecraft approach, land, and hover before taking off. The article also mentions photos taken the next morning showing flattened patches of earth where the UFO had landed, along with a cover letter from RAF Squadron Leader Donald Morland titled 'UFO'.

Surrey Earth Mysteries Group Web Site - Tony Wedd

This short notice announces a new website dedicated to ley researcher Tony Wedd, created by Jim Goddard of the Surrey Earth Mysteries Group. The site offers information about Tony Wedd's life and includes streaming audio files on topics such as extraterrestrial science, leys, and magnetic currents.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores themes of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP/UFOs), ancient mysteries with potential extraterrestrial connections, and the possibility of cover-ups or suppressed information. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting accounts and research without definitive conclusions, encouraging readers to consider extraordinary possibilities. The inclusion of contact information for MUFON and the mention of a book about a government-denied UFO event suggest a focus on investigative journalism within the ufology and unexplained phenomena communities.