Rapportnytt - 1977 no 1

Magazine Overview

Title: RAPPORTNYTT
Issue: 1
Volume: 5. årgang
Date: 1977
Publisher: NORSK UFO CENTER
Country: Norway
Language: Norwegian

This issue of Rapportnytt, published by Norsk UFO Center, presents a collection of UFO sighting reports from Norway, primarily focusing on incidents from the 1970s. The cover features a striking illustration of multiple disc-shaped UFOs flying in formation against a blue, wavy background.

Editorial and Contents

The editorial welcomes readers to what is hoped to be an eventful UFO year. It notes that while the origin of these mysterious objects remains unknown, there were signs in the previous year that the USA might ease its secrecy surrounding the topic. However, this effort reportedly faded. The editorial highlights that according to several Norwegian newspapers, including Bergens Arbeiderblad, the new US President, Jimmy Carter, is a UFO enthusiast. Consequently, it is anticipated that the American government will allocate a larger sum of money to UFO research. The editors suggest that releasing all classified UFO reports held by the Pentagon might provide more answers than financial investment. Regardless, Norsk UFO Center pledges to continue providing readers with a selection of the most interesting UFO events, hoping to offer clear indications of what might be coming from space.

The issue includes a table of contents listing various reports:

• Rapportoversikt - Norge: (Overview of reports from Norway) - page 4
• Romvesner lekte med sten! - Brasil: (Aliens played with stones! - Brazil) - page 13
• Nesten kidnappet av UFO? - Canada: (Almost kidnapped by UFO? - Canada) - page 16
• Tatt med ombord i romfartøy - USA: (Taken aboard a spacecraft - USA) - page 17
• Vitenskapsmann påstår at UFO'er eksisterer: (Scientist claims UFOs exist) - page 21
• Landet romfartøy omgitt av gnistregn: (Spacecraft landed surrounded by electrical discharge) - page 22
• Franskmann møtte humanoider to ganger: (Frenchman met humanoids twice) - page 23

Reported UFO Sightings in Norway

The magazine details several eyewitness accounts of UFO phenomena in Norway:

Oppland

An older observation from December 11, 1970, reported from Høgstad, Jaren, at 16:35. A woman observed a bright star low on the horizon that began to move in an unusual direction with a downward curve. Her son and a neighbor also witnessed the object change shape into a reddish, disc-like object and disappear rapidly behind a hill in Brandbu.

Hedmark

Three teenagers (14 and 15 years old) observed a formation of 8-12 yellow spheres flying in an equilateral triangle formation without audible sound around 19:30. The objects maintained a steady speed and altitude, disappearing behind treetops. The witness believes it might have been several small objects or one large craft with multiple yellow-orange lights. The weather was partly cloudy with no moon.

Another report from late September 1970, near Brumunddal, describes a large, powerful light hovering silently. The light then began to wobble for about half a minute before moving east and reappearing degrees further north. The witness described the light as unusually large and bright.

Observations from 1976

Several reports from 1976 are detailed:

• August 15, 1976 (Oslo area): A 'mini-wave' of UFOs was observed, with seven reports received. The shapes of the objects were varied, with some reporting a course from north to south, one from south to north, and one from west to east. The time of observation for five reports was between 23:00 and 24:00.

• August 16, 1976 (Tjømø): A witness's granddaughter noticed an object when lowering a flag shortly before 21:00. The object was in the south at about 45 degrees altitude, illuminated by the sun, and appeared to be 'shaking' like a balloon with little air. The witness described the object as clearly visible and thought it might be observed by others with instruments. The object moved slowly westward before disappearing.

• Undated (Stangerholmen): A rocket-like object was seen in the west, ascending rapidly and becoming stronger in color (red-orange). It was silent and appeared as a black object resembling a small plane with a long, luminous tail, disappearing eastward. A telescope revealed a black object resembling a small plane with a long, luminous tail disappearing eastward.

• August 23-25, 1976 (Various locations): Observations of a clearly luminous, spherical object between 23:25 and 23:30. Seven witnesses reported seeing the object in the northeast. Descriptions of its disappearance varied, with some indicating a southerly direction, one an easterly, and another a northerly direction. Drawings depict a red rim, a luminous 'warm' light, a straight tail, and a pulsating white-yellow light.

• August 16, 1976 (Nøtterøy): Svein Stavnar reported a large, yellowish-red, luminous sphere observed at an altitude of approximately 30 degrees. It moved from east to north at about 150 km/h for several minutes, then stopped for about 7 minutes before turning west and accelerating south. The object's size was estimated at 10-12 meters in diameter, at a distance of 1000-1500 meters. The observation lasted 25 minutes.

• August 200876/III (Lillehammer): A journalist saw a cigar-shaped object without rudders or wings flying south. The object was silent and shiny due to sunlight. Despite attempts to photograph it, the images were not clear due to the distance. The object was first seen at an altitude of nearly 60 degrees and disappeared on the horizon within 12 minutes.

• August 24, 1976 (Lillehammer): A witness observed a long, luminous object moving north-south. The object had no visible wings or condensation trails and was silent. Its shape was cigar-like, and its length was estimated to be slightly larger than a DC-9. It was observed at 45 degrees altitude and disappeared at 40 degrees altitude.

• August 27, 1976 (Dahle, near Otta): A witness saw a bright, luminous object gliding at a low altitude (15 degrees) in the north. It appeared to have low speed and height and disappeared behind a cloud at 45 degrees altitude.

• August 27, 1976 (Vinstra): Per Ottesen reported observing three cigar-shaped objects crossing the valley. Each object was visible for about 2 minutes. They appeared to fly at normal airliner speeds, possibly slightly lower, and had a silver color. A later observation of a plane with a different course confirmed that the earlier objects were not conventional aircraft.

• August 29, 1976 (Moss): An engaged couple observed a luminous point in the evening sky at about 40 degrees altitude. The phenomenon was characterized by its strong brightness and varying shape, appearing to expand and contract horizontally (pulsating) with white and red colors. They perceived three lights: one large in the middle and two smaller ones on the sides. The objects accelerated immensely and disappeared northward. The speed was estimated to be three times that of fighter jets (approx. 2000 km/h). The observation lasted 45 minutes.

Grimstad Sightings (September 5, 1976)

Three reports detail an event in Vik, Grimstad, observed by five people between 02:05 and 02:15 on September 5, 1976. The weather was clear, calm, and dark.

• Report 'A' (Kristiansen): A couple saw a strongly orange-yellow luminous object about 80-100 meters away, in front of a wooded hill. The object moved alongside their car at 30-35 km/h. They stopped the car and observed the object, which appeared closer to the ground and then suddenly extinguished, becoming invisible.

• Report 'B' (Eskedal): Fru Stobbe saw an object that initially appeared as a large star but grew larger and larger, resembling an airplane on fire. It was moving from the north directly towards her house. The object stopped directly in front of the house, and when she looked out the window, it had stopped.

• Report 'C' (Spedalen): Brit Jørgensen observed a round, jagged, orange object, about the size of a five-krone coin at arm's length. It moved south-east behind trees with low speed and disappeared. She thought she heard a distant engine sound, possibly from Kristiansen's car.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the detailed accounts of UFO sightings across Norway, emphasizing the variety of shapes, sizes, and behaviors reported by credible witnesses. The magazine appears to adopt a stance of open investigation and reporting, aiming to document these phenomena without necessarily offering definitive explanations. There is a clear interest in potential government involvement and secrecy surrounding UFOs, as indicated by the editorial's commentary on US policy and the potential release of classified information. The publication serves as a platform for sharing eyewitness testimonies and fostering discussion within the UFO community in Norway.

This issue of "UFO" magazine, identified as issue "A" with number 11, dated approximately September 6, 1976, is published by NUFOC and appears to be in Norwegian. It covers a range of UFO sightings and encounters reported from various locations including Norway, Brazil, USA, Canada, and Spain.

Key Articles and Reports

Norwegian Sightings (September 1976)

The issue begins with reports from Norway. On September 6, 1976, a woman in Arendal reported a green-orange object moving at high speed, observed from her window at an estimated altitude of 300 meters. The object ascended, stopped briefly, and then disappeared rapidly. A witness corroborated the observation, which lasted 20 seconds. On the same day, Siv.ing. Lorentzen in Biheia, Grimstad, observed a reddish object that stopped, then continued in a rising curve before disappearing. This observation lasted about half a minute. Both observations occurred during clear, cold weather.

Another report from Norway details an event on September 16, 1976, involving Tor Kultom, who reported seeing an object with pulsating red and yellow lights near Lørenskog church. The object moved rapidly, stopped, descended vertically, hovered, and then disappeared. The observation lasted 2 minutes under clear, dark conditions.

Further Norwegian reports include an incident on October 2, 1976, near Tønsberg, where a 14-year-old boy observed a "football-sized" white, luminous object with sparks, hovering about 30 meters above the ground. It moved at an estimated 50 km/h and disappeared behind trees after 25 seconds. On October 6, 1976, in Nordli, Mr. and Mrs. Kvetangen reported observing a square, luminous object. Initially seen moving northwest, it then moved south and later north at high speed. The object was described as rectangular with clear contours and a yellowish color, and the observation lasted 3 minutes.

Brazilian Encounter (1947)

A significant report details an event from Brazil in 1947. Topographer Jose C. Higgins was working near Goio Bang Colony when he heard a high-pitched, whistling sound. He observed a "strange circular airship" descending from the sky. The object, described as approximately 45-46 meters wide and 4.5 meters high, landed nearby. Higgins approached the craft, and through a glass-like window, he saw two beings. Subsequently, a door opened, and three individuals emerged. They were wearing transparent, air-filled suits and carried metal containers on their backs. They were described as having large, round eyes without eyebrows, large heads, and long legs, making them appear about 2 meters tall. They wore blouses, shorts, and sandals made of a shiny, colorful material.

Higgins engaged with the beings, who communicated through gestures. One being drew a diagram on the ground, seemingly indicating the sun and seven other circles. Higgins, fearing he would be taken, showed them a photograph of his wife, indicating he wished to bring her along. The beings then returned to their craft, which took off with a whistling sound and disappeared northward.

US Air Force Sergeant's Abduction (1975)

The magazine features a detailed account from Staff Sergeant Charles L. Moody, a decorated Vietnam veteran, who claims to have been taken aboard a UFO near Alamogordo, New Mexico, on August 13, 1975. Moody, who was in the Air Force and considered mentally stable, initially kept the experience secret due to fear of ridicule. He was observing a meteor shower when a disk-shaped object, about 15 meters wide and 7 meters high, descended and hovered. Moody experienced a complete shutdown of his car's electrical system. He then felt a strange light envelop his car, followed by a period of unconsciousness and a time loss of approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Upon regaining consciousness, Moody found himself inside the craft, where he was examined by beings. He described one being as having a skull about one-third larger than a human's, with large, dark eyes, and being about 1.5 meters tall. He was told that their craft was a small observation vehicle from a larger mothership and that his people planned official contact within three years. After the examination, Moody was returned to his car, and the UFO departed rapidly. He later discovered a strange, square-shaped mark on his lower back. Moody also reported subsequent health issues, including hair loss and headaches.

Canadian Incident (1967)

A report from Thompson, Manitoba, Canada, describes an event between June 15 and 30, 1967. The LeMarquands family and neighbors witnessed a rapidly spinning object that created a vortex of dust and debris. While observing this, a 13-year-old boy reportedly grabbed an 8-year-old girl who was being lifted towards the object. The girl had no memory of the event. The debris from the vortex fell onto a nearby courtyard, and the area around the LeMarquands' house was unaffected, described as being under a "large glass bell."

Grand Canaria Landing (1975)

A well-documented UFO landing is reported to have occurred on June 25, 1975, on the Spanish island of Grand Canaria. The object, described as larger than a house, landed on a field. Numerous witnesses, including observatory staff, doctors, and journalists, observed the event. Human-like figures, approximately three meters tall, were seen operating an instrument panel inside the craft. The object remained for 20 minutes before departing silently, leaving a scorched area and a white powder. The object was estimated to be 25 meters in diameter and had two tiers.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently presents accounts of unexplained aerial phenomena, often detailing the physical characteristics of the objects, the appearance and behavior of alleged occupants, and the impact on witnesses, including time loss, physical marks, and psychological distress. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation and documentation of these phenomena, aiming to present credible witness testimonies and evidence, while acknowledging the skepticism that often surrounds such reports. The inclusion of details like witness professions, observation conditions, and corroborating evidence suggests an effort to lend credibility to the accounts. The magazine also highlights the global nature of UFO reports, spanning different continents and time periods.

This issue of RAPPORTSNYTT, a Norwegian UFO journal, focuses on UFO sightings and alleged encounters with extraterrestrial beings. The primary articles feature the research and claims of UFO investigator Stanton T. Friedman, alongside detailed witness testimonies.

Stanton T. Friedman's Claims

The lead article, "VITENSKAPSMANN PÅSTÅR AT UFO'ER EKSISTERER" (A Scientist Claims UFOs Exist), highlights Stanton T. Friedman's conviction that Earth is being visited by intelligently controlled craft from other solar systems. After 17 years of research, Friedman states, "I am convinced that we are visited by intelligently controlled craft from outside." He dedicated the past year solely to UFO research, gathering reports and personal experiences that he finds deeply impressive and frightening.

Friedman estimates that 2,000 probable UFO sightings have been reported, with one-third of these involving observations of beings he calls "critters." He describes these beings as similar to humans, with two arms, two legs, a head, and a body, but "significantly different." Friedman has also investigated landing sites, characterized by circular imprints in the ground (3-15 meters in diameter) where vegetation is flattened and growth is halted. Soil changes have been noted up to 35 cm deep. One Canadian site investigated by Friedman showed imprints from five "spacecraft" with no discernible tracks leading to or from them.

Friedman's list of reported landing sites exceeds 800, but he claims the government has "melted the lid" on this evidence. He speculates that UFOs may originate from a solar system within our own galaxy and believes interstellar travel is possible within 50 years without violating physical laws.

The Moody and Walton Case

An account details the experience of "Moody" and "Walton," who were allegedly taken aboard a UFO in August 1970. The incident occurred near Heber, Arizona, approximately 400 km from where Walton was reportedly abducted. Both men reported losing consciousness and waking up on a table inside the craft while beings examined them. They described the craft similarly: Moody called it "disk-shaped," and Walton described it as a "saucer." Both noted it hovered over the ground and glowed.

The beings were described as having craniums one-third larger than a human's, no eyebrows, round eyes the size of quarter coins, and being about 1.5 meters tall. Moody noted their skin was "white like a mushroom," while Walton described them as having "tight-fitting brown suits" and "vaulted helmets" with no hair. Their faces were "grey-white."

UFO Landing with Spark Rain

Another report, submitted by Mrs. Leona Nielson and attributed to "Canadian UFO REPORT," describes a strange event in Montana in early February 1970. The witness and two friends were in a cabin near the Flat Head River when their room was suddenly illuminated by bright lights. Looking out, they saw a long, dome-shaped object with a platform. A "spark rain" emanated from the object, hitting the riverbank and rising into the air. Two figures were seen moving on the platform. The sparks were described as similar to welding sparks, with a bright yellow light, mostly blue-white and yellow-white, some resembling a welding flame.

The object hovered for about half an hour. The two figures, about 1.75 meters tall, wore what looked like snowsuits and were bareheaded. They moved normally. The sparks flew over the dome, out over the river, and hit the other side, then shot back into the air, falling into the water with a hissing sound. This lasted for about 30 minutes. The area around the object was illuminated as if "on fire." The object then disappeared.

French Man's Encounters with Humanoids

Two separate incidents involving a 31-year-old Frenchman are detailed. On January 27, 1972, while driving near the French-Belgian border, his car's lights, engine, and radio suddenly failed. About 150 meters from the car, he saw an object standing on three legs, emitting orange-white lights. He described it as a "haystack" initially, but then noticed the lights.

He then saw two figures approaching. The smaller one resembled the Michelin Man, wearing a round helmet with a large visor. The second, slightly taller figure, wore a cylindrical helmet with transparent sides, revealing a pale, ghost-like face. Both had athletic builds and wore tight-fitting, matte metallic grey suits. The taller one carried a strange instrument resembling a ruler with a pyramid tip, which he held like a pistol and pointed at the car. The beings' arms were very long, reaching their knees. The witness noted their eyes were like agate marbles and their mouths were horizontal slits.

Suddenly, the beings turned sharply and marched away from the car. They moved with a military precision, turning their backs and marching towards the UFO. The craft then rose about half a meter from the ground, ascended horizontally at a 60-70 degree angle, and disappeared.

Four months later, on June 6, 1972, the same man had a second encounter at the same location. The two beings stood by the roadside. Again, his car's engine faltered, and he felt a slight bump on the back of his head followed by a muffled sound. Within minutes, the beings "suddenly disappeared," dissolving without sound. Shortly after, the radio spontaneously started playing.

UFO Details

Details of the UFO from the second French encounter are provided: Height: 2-3 meters, diameter: 8-9 meters. It had no visible structural details except for the dome on top. Its color changed rapidly between orange, white, blue, and reddish, and a bright blue before flying away. The blue light pulsed like a police car. The light cast downwards illuminated the ground between the three landing legs. The observation lasted about 20 minutes. People in nearby houses reported seeing nothing unusual, attributing any disturbances to their TV screens.

Organizations and Contacts

The issue also lists contact information for various branches of the Norwegian UFO Center (Norsk UFO Center) across different regions of Norway (Sørlandet, Østlandet, Trondheim, Vestlandet), as well as the "Norsk UFO Forum." It includes details for editors, section leaders, and subscription information for their publications.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, encounters with extraterrestrial beings (humanoids and "critters"), and the scientific investigation of these phenomena, particularly by Stanton T. Friedman. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry into UFO reports, presenting witness testimonies and research findings as credible evidence of extraterrestrial visitation. The magazine aims to document and disseminate information about UFOs within Norway and potentially internationally, as indicated by the translation section.