Pegasus - Vol 21 No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: PEGASUS
Issue: Volume 21, #2
Publisher: Surrey Investigation Group into Aerial Phenomena (SIGAP)
Date: 21/2 (estimated early 2000s)

This issue of PEGASUS, the journal of the Surrey Investigation Group into Aerial Phenomena (SIGAP), focuses on the theme of UFO secrecy and the push for government disclosure. The magazine features articles analyzing the reasons behind government cover-ups, testimonies from military and intelligence personnel, and discussions on public perception and the legal avenues for obtaining information.

We Change But To Adapt

The editorial, signed by G.M. (likely Gordon Millington, President), reflects on SIGAP's evolving role. Historically, SIGAP focused on holding public meetings with knowledgeable speakers, which were self-financing but eventually became less viable as the public realized governments were unlikely to officially acknowledge UFO events. The editorial states that SIGAP's primary function has shifted to the recording and discussion of current UFO events worldwide and their significance. Ian Wheatley continues as editor despite a career move. The position of chairman has been abolished.

Challenging UFO Secrecy: But Do We Want The Truth?

This article by Michael Lindemann analyzes the prevailing attitude towards UFOs, exemplified by Dr. Jacqueline Mitton's remarks dismissing UFOs as alien spacecraft. Lindemann argues that the 'myth of No Evidence' is a deliberate fabrication and that leading thinkers are increasingly recognizing the reality of UFOs and their potential challenge to international security, citing the COMETA report from France. He suggests that governments fear public panic and irrationality, making disclosure difficult, and that the public may not truly want to know the truth if it is unpleasant.

Legal Efforts and Policy

The magazine details the efforts of attorney Peter Gersten and his organization, Citizens Against UFO Secrecy, to force the disclosure of UFO-related documents through lawsuits. Gersten argues that the Department of Defense's claim of having no information on triangular aerial objects, despite numerous eyewitness affidavits, indicates an unreasonable search. The article also references journalist Frank Rain's analysis of how 'policy,' rather than reason, dictates the handling of information deemed significant to national security. Rain draws a parallel to President Franklin Roosevelt's handling of German U-boat sinkings during WWII, where a policy of denial was enacted to prevent public panic.

CNI News Perspective

CNI News expresses a strong conviction that some UFOs are technological artifacts of non-human intelligence and that these beings interact with Earth. They believe policies are in place to deny these facts, and legal maneuvering is unlikely to overcome them unless compelling reasons arise. The article suggests that, similar to the U-boat example, governments might focus on managing public perception rather than addressing the UFO threat directly. The authors also note that the public's presumed tendency to panic makes them 'The Government's biggest problem,' necessitating policies of denial.

Military Nuclear Specialists Testify to UFO Reality

This section highlights testimonies from military and intelligence witnesses who claim UFOs are real and concerned about nuclear weapons. Lt. Colonel Dwynne Arneson and Captain Robert Salas describe incidents where UFOs appeared near missile silos, causing nuclear missiles to shut down. Colonel Ross Dedrickson recounts instances where UFOs allegedly neutralized missiles and destroyed nuclear weapons sent into space. Professor Robert Jacobs describes witnessing a UFO disabling a warhead with a beam of light.

The Disclosure Project, a non-profit group, is mentioned as having identified over 400 military, intelligence, and government witnesses to UFO and ET-related projects.

On Black Special Access Programs

This article explains the concept of 'black' or unacknowledged Special Access Programs (SAPs) within government security systems. These programs are highly classified, often hidden even from those with high-level clearances, and are protected by complex security measures. The article suggests that UFO-related activities could be housed within such deep black programs, making them virtually impossible to penetrate through Freedom of Information Act requests. It also notes that disinformation is a common tactic used to maintain secrecy by mixing real and fabricated information to discredit any revealed secrets.

The UFO Cover-Up

Don Berliner's article discusses the historical efforts by governments worldwide to withhold information about UFOs, dating back to WWII 'foo fighters' and 'ghost rockets.' He notes that despite declassification efforts, significant information remains hidden, particularly concerning unexplained cases. The article highlights the Roswell Incident as a prime example of government secrecy, with the Air Force's explanation evolving over time and the General Accounting Office (GAO) finding no evidence of UFO wreckage but noting the destruction of relevant Air Force traffic.

UFOs: Seeking the Truth Through Savvy Marketing

Leonard David reports on a new poll showing a majority of Americans believe the government is concealing information about UFOs. The poll, sponsored by the SCI FI Channel, coincides with the promotion of Steven Spielberg's mini-series 'TAKEN.' The article discusses the formation of the Coalition for Freedom of Information (CFI), aimed at reducing the stigma around UFO research and promoting government disclosure. Ed Rothschild of CFI emphasizes the need for scientists to examine UFO facts. The article also touches upon the Kecksburg incident, suggesting a less exotic explanation related to satellite recovery.

Open the Books

This section covers the involvement of John Podesta, former White House Chief of Staff, in advocating for UFO disclosure. Podesta argues that it is time to declassify records older than 25 years and provide data to scientists. Stephen Bassett's independent candidacy for Congress with the slogan 'Disclosure 2003' is also mentioned as part of the pressure for transparency.

Clogging Up The Channels

Steven Aftergood of the Federation of American Scientists expresses concern that the focus on UFO 'cults' and 'secret government documents' clogs public access channels for genuine government information, arguing that UFO records should not be prioritized over other information needs, especially during times of national concern like war or security threats.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are government secrecy, the existence of UFOs as potentially non-human technological artifacts, the role of policy in information control, and the public's desire for disclosure versus the government's reluctance. The editorial stance, particularly from CNI News and the analysis of government actions, leans towards the belief that UFOs are real, pose a significant issue, and that governments are actively engaged in a cover-up, often driven by fear of public reaction or national security concerns. There is a strong emphasis on the need for transparency and the potential for significant societal shifts if the truth were revealed. The magazine advocates for continued investigation and the pursuit of information, even if the truth proves to be unsettling.

Pegasus, Issue 21, Volume 47/2, dated November 2006, published by SIGAP, is an English-language magazine focusing on unexplained phenomena and advanced theories. This issue features articles on electromagnetic propulsion, ancient astronomical technology, and news regarding UFO research.

Electromagnetic Gyroscopic Propulsion System

The lead article, "AN ELECTROMAGNETIC GYROSCOPIC PROPULSION SYSTEM" by Ken Mortimer, explores a theoretical method of spacecraft propulsion. Mortimer posits that electromagnetic fields possess mass and can be arranged in lines of force. He suggests that gyroscopes, when assembled inside a sphere and spun at extremely high rates at specific angles, could create a resistive effect against Earth's (or other celestial bodies') electromagnetic fields, thereby enabling movement through space without aerodynamic principles. This concept is presented as a new understanding of physics, not a violation of existing laws like Newton's Third Law of Motion or Einstein's relativity.

The article references previous ideas and publications, including an article in 'Astronomy Now' about meteorites interacting with Earth's magnetic field, and a report in the Sunday Express about Sandy Kidd building working models. It also mentions other exotic energy uses for space flight, such as a machine that cancels local gravity (reported in New Scientist) and methods using microwave beams (reported in the Sunday Times).

Mortimer explains that the gyroscopes would need to be enclosed in a vacuum and that three such units, possibly requiring a fourth for stability, would be attached to a craft. The orientation of these gyroscopes would control the craft's direction. He clarifies that the interaction with electromagnetic fields would not be hindered by the vacuum, as the fields flow through the craft.

He also touches upon anti-gravity machines being experimented with by Evgeny Podkletnov, suggesting that while these might reduce gravitational pull, they might still require interaction with electromagnetic fields to achieve movement through space. The article proposes that devices could also be used to cancel gravitational pull and overcome inertia during take-off or acceleration, thus reducing G-forces on astronauts.

The possibility of using microwave beams to punch a path through the air for spaceplanes is also discussed, referencing a Sunday Times article. This technology could potentially be used to clear interstellar debris for faster spacecraft.

All these systems could potentially be powered by solar cells, with some also utilizing superconductivity. The author emphasizes that this type of exotic propulsion is necessary for interstellar travel, as chemical rockets are insufficient for long, high-speed journeys.

Ancient Greek Artefact Was An 'Astronomical Computer'

This article by Steve Connor, Science Editor of The Independent, reports on the Antikythera Mechanism, an ancient Greek astronomical instrument dating back to the 2nd century BC. Discovered in a Roman shipwreck off the island of Antikythera, the device was found in 82 pieces and its function was poorly understood for a long time.

Scientists, using sophisticated medical scanners, studied its internal workings, revealing a complex system of gears and concentric wheels. They concluded it was a highly advanced analogue computer, far ahead of its time, capable of calculating the relative positions of the sun, moon, and planets, and predicting lunar and solar eclipses. Professor Mike Edmunds of Cardiff University described the device as "extraordinary" and "more valuable than the Mona Lisa."

The mechanism's front dial displays the sun and moon's position in the zodiac with a 365-day calendar, adjustable for leap years. The back dials track the lunar cycle, including the Metonic cycle (19 years) and the Callippic cycle (76 years). Astronomers believe the device may have been created by the Greek astronomer Hipparchos, who lived on Rhodes and was the first to track the irregularities in the moon's orbit.

Francois Charette compared finding such a device in Ancient Greece to finding plans for a steam engine in Renaissance Italy.

News in Brief / Sightings Roundup

This section includes a report on Nick Pope's resignation from his post as head of the Ministry of Defence (MOD) UFO project. Pope expressed concern that "highly credible" sightings were being dismissed and that the project was being shut down, leaving Britain vulnerable. He stated that reporting a UFO sighting now would likely result in a standard dismissal letter.

Letters and Editorial Notes

There is a section for letters to the editor, inviting reader opinions. The magazine also notes the departure of SIGAP Chairman Ian Wheatley, who is relocating. Wheatley has been instrumental in hosting SIGAP evenings and editing Pegasus magazine since May 2001, maintaining its standard of recording and probing unexplained phenomena. His father, Tony Wheatley, is also acknowledged for his cartoon contributions.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes an open-minded approach to ufology and unexplained phenomena. It highlights theoretical advancements in propulsion and ancient technological achievements, suggesting that current scientific understanding may be incomplete. The editorial stance appears to be one of critical inquiry, encouraging the exploration of unconventional ideas while maintaining a connection to historical context and evidence. The inclusion of Nick Pope's resignation and concerns about official UFO investigations underscores a theme of skepticism towards governmental transparency on the subject.