Rapportnytt - 1978 no 4

Magazine Overview

Title: RAPPORTNYTT
Issue: No. 4
Year: 1978
Publisher: NORSK UFO CENTER
Country: Norway
Language: Norwegian

This issue of Rapportnytt, published by the Norsk UFO Center, focuses on UFO sightings and related phenomena, with a significant portion dedicated to reports from Norway and a notable mention of an incident over Petrozavodsk.

Contents Overview

The magazine features a table of contents on page 4, listing the following articles:

• The mysterious aircraft over Petrozavodsk (Page 2)
• Observations over Norway (Page 4)
• Close contact with "the green ones" in Poland (Page 13)
• Close contact with a frightening UFO (Page 17)
• Plane crashed after encounter with a UFO (Page 20)
• Woman taken aboard a UFO (Page 21)
• Low-flying UFOs in Brazil (Page 23)
• Children also see UFOs (Page 25)

Editorial: Are We on the Same Wavelength?

The editorial section discusses the efforts of American scientists, led by Dr. Richard Berendsen, rector at California University, to persuade Congress to allocate $50 million annually for a long-term signal research program. The aim is to detect potential extraterrestrial intelligence. The editorial notes that since Project OZMA began in 1960, no intelligent signals have been discovered. It questions whether our communication methods are compatible with those of potential extraterrestrial civilizations. The author suggests that instead of solely focusing on signal detection, the funds could be better used to educate the public about the UFO enigma, potentially preventing panic during future sightings, such as the one over Petrozavodsk. The editorial concludes with a skeptical outlook on the success of such a program, hinting that NASA might possess undisclosed knowledge.

Reports and Sightings

UFO over Petrozavodsk: Page 2 features a drawing of a mysterious aircraft based on witness descriptions of the Petrozavodsk incident. It also includes a photograph of physicist Vladimir Azhazha meeting with journalists William Dick and Henry Gris from the National Enquirer.

Observations in Norway:

• Seljelid, Vikavatnet, Lindås, Hordaland (February 1978): A triangular hole, approximately 30 cm thick, was discovered in the ice of Vikavatnet. The sides measured 29.5m, 33.5m, and the base 26m, with a depth of 22m at the tip. Local residents claimed such a phenomenon had never occurred before. The local newspaper "Strilen" published a photograph of the hole.
• Lillestrøm Area (March 14, 1978): An ochre-colored object with a halo of yellow-green light was observed for three minutes. It appeared brighter than a star and faded in the west.
• Narvik (March 18, 1978): A luminous object was seen flying at 30-40 km/h, with a core size of 5 meters, at a distance of about 300 meters. It moved over Ofotfjorden before disappearing behind mountains.
• Holter (March 21, 1978): A bright, pulsating light object, estimated at 20-30 meters, was observed for 3-4 minutes. It moved at approximately 80 km/h and came as close as 100 meters. The object was described as large and spherical with a blue-green light on top. The witness, Fru Larsen, reported experiencing nausea, vomiting, and headaches afterward.
• Høyjord, Andebu (March 26, 1978): A large, unusually bright, star-like object was observed moving across the sky for 1.5 minutes. It was yellow-white and estimated to be about 2 km away. The object moved at medium speed and maintained an altitude of about 10 degrees.
• Bøn, Eidsvoll (March 27, 1978): A white light was seen passing the sky multiple times over a half-hour period. The last sighting was of a turquoise-colored light that flickered.
• Haga (April 1, 1978): A luminous yellow-white object, estimated to be 100-150 meters above ground and approximately 21 meters in width, was observed for one minute. It emitted strong light flashes towards the ground. The area is near a Nike missile battery.
• Helgelandsmoen (April 2, 1978): An intensely bright, pulsating light object was observed for 3-4 minutes at a distance of about 100 meters. It was described as large and spherical with a blue-green light on top.
• Malm, Nord-Trøndelag (April 2, 1978): A strange luminous object was observed for about 2 minutes, emitting a strong light downwards from its center before disappearing behind a hill. No sound was heard.

International Reports:

• Poland (Page 13): Mention of close contact with "the green ones."
• Brazil (Page 23): Report on low-flying UFOs.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around unexplained aerial phenomena, witness testimonies, and the scientific community's approach to investigating potential extraterrestrial intelligence. The editorial stance appears to be one of cautious skepticism towards large-scale government-funded signal detection programs, advocating instead for increased public awareness and education regarding UFOs. The magazine emphasizes the importance of collecting and reporting witness accounts, highlighting the variety of UFO shapes, behaviors, and perceived characteristics.

This issue of "UFO ASPEKT" (Issue 5/78) presents a collection of unidentified flying object (UFO) and unidentified aerial phenomenon (UAP) reports from various locations, primarily focusing on events from the 1970s. The magazine compiles detailed witness testimonies, often including sketches and specific observations about the objects' appearance, behavior, and perceived characteristics.

Reports from Norway

The magazine features several reports from Norway. One account from Haga describes a yellow-orange object observed for 13 minutes, initially stationary and pulsating, then ascending. Another report from Romsås, Oslo, details a witness observing a white neon-like light with smaller red triangular lights behind it, moving rapidly north. A sighting from Røra, Trøndelag, involves three witnesses observing two aluminum-colored objects flying at high altitude without sound. A report from Lillestrøm describes a yellow sphere that hovered, moved, emitted a bright white beam, and changed to red before returning.

Witnesses like Anne Grethe and Anne Marie provide personal accounts of luminous objects. Anne Grethe described an object that flew west, stopped, flew east, and then disappeared, noting its colors as red, blue, yellow, and white. Anne Marie reported seeing a strong light that flew back and forth, stopped, and descended, describing the object as long and its light as quite strong.

International Reports

Poland

A significant report comes from Poland, detailing an encounter by farmer Jan Wolski from Emilcin. He claims to have met two green-faced beings in black suits who took him aboard a hovering craft for examination. This event was reportedly witnessed by others, with evidence of footprints found. The article notes that this was a rare event in Poland, prompting investigation by researchers.

Denmark

From Denmark, the magazine reports that painter Preben Jørgensen observed a large, cigar-shaped object over Brønshøj near Copenhagen. The object, described as having a reddish-blue light and a copper-like color, hovered silently for over 10 minutes. A police car was also present at the scene.

USA

The issue includes several reports from the USA, particularly from the Ozark region of Missouri and Aztec, New Mexico.

In Missouri, Lonnie and Debbie Stites reported a close encounter with a large craft that hovered over their truck. They described a green-clad figure attempting to flag them down. The object emitted a strong light, and smaller light spheres shot down towards their vehicle. The figure was described as about 1.5 meters tall, with green faces and black, tight-fitting suits.

Another report from Missouri details Lawrence McCool's experience where his truck's electrical system failed, and a 7-meter diameter object with a reddish glow appeared, hovering for a minute before ascending rapidly. Multiple witnesses in the Aztec, New Mexico area reported seeing strange lights and objects, including a red light that emitted white lights and then accelerated westward at high speed. Some described lights moving in unconventional patterns, unlike stars or planets.

Further reports from Aztec mention lights moving in various patterns, some appearing as large stars or planets, others unexplainable. There are also mentions of past alleged UFO landings near Aztec in 1948-49 and a report from 1948 or 1949 about an interplanetary spaceship landing with 16 charred bodies, which were reportedly removed by the Air Force.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the visual observation of anomalous aerial objects, often described as luminous and exhibiting non-conventional flight characteristics. Close encounters with these objects and, in one instance, with alleged extraterrestrial beings, are also prominent. The magazine appears to present these accounts as credible reports worthy of investigation, with a focus on witness testimony and physical descriptions of the phenomena. The editorial stance seems to be one of documenting and disseminating information about UFO/UAP occurrences, encouraging further research and awareness.

Title: NÆRKONTAKT
Issue: 5/77
Date: March 11, 1978

This issue of Nærkontakt, published by Norsk UFO Center, focuses on UFO encounters and sightings from the late 1970s, with reports from the USA, Brazil, Japan, and England. The magazine features testimonies from pilots, witnesses, and alleged abductees, alongside official reports and expert commentary.

Article: UFO Angrep Flyet Slik At Jeg Måtte Krachlande!

This article details an incident on September 7, 1976, involving pilot Leon Senjanec, a 31-year-old from Martinsburg, West Virginia. While practicing landings in a small plane, Senjanec reported being pursued by a "flying saucer." He described a bright, almost blinding light that followed him, later identifying it as a UFO with a disc shape that moved in a ziq-zag pattern. The object reportedly sped towards him, forcing him to pull back on the controls. Instead of ascending, his Cessna 150 crashed. Senjanec described the object as a red-glowing, disc-shaped craft with a smooth surface and a window resembling a cockpit. He noted it was under "intelligent control" and only a few meters away. The crash resulted in both wings being torn off, and Senjanec was briefly unconscious. Other witnesses in the area reported seeing a peculiar light "jumping" in the partly cloudy sky. The local Chief of Cavalry, David Shumaker, confirmed it was "definitely a UFO." The Air Force unit at the airport received multiple phone reports. Senjanec, a pilot and mechanic, is considered an intelligent observer by his friends. A local organization is demanding a congressional investigation into whether UFOs could be hostile invasion forces from other solar systems. Senjanec expressed bitterness over the lack of official interest, stating the UFO performed maneuvers impossible for an aircraft, suggesting it was an "alien spacecraft."

Article: Kvinne Ble Tatt Ombord I UFO, Og Undersøkt.

This report details the experience of a woman identified as Fru S.L. from Fargo, North Dakota, who claims she was taken aboard a UFO and examined. The incident allegedly occurred on August 26, 1975. Under hypnosis administered by Dr. Leo Sprinkle of Wyoming University, Fru S.L. recounted that she, her daughter Jackie, and a friend named Terry were captured by a UFO crew. She described hearing a loud "roar" and then seeing eight to ten "glowing objects" descend from the sky, resembling "orange-glowing balls." They stopped their car, and the objects formed a line. Her daughter and friend urged her to drive away quickly. Later, around 5:00 PM, they experienced a "blackout." Upon reaching Bismark at 8:00 PM, Fru S.L. noted an unusually strong menstrual period, despite it not being her time. Under hypnosis, she stated she was taken aboard the UFO, stripped naked, and subjected to a thorough medical examination by a being with an "elastic" bandage around its head. The being's body was described as brown vinyl, resembling a mummy. Her skull was allegedly opened, and her brain examined. She described the experience as being "dissected like an animal." Dr. Sprinkle explained that this phrasing reflects the feeling of being dissected, a common description from others who claim similar experiences. Fru S.L.'s 15-year-old daughter Jackie was also hypnotized but apparently not taken aboard. She felt placed to the left of the car and lost contact with the others. Her friend also claimed to have been taken aboard. Two other witnesses reported seeing the luminous objects and contacted the airport. A report regarding the observation was received by North Dakota's state police headquarters. Researcher Jerry Clark found the witnesses to be sincere and believing they experienced something inexplicable. He acknowledged the strangeness of the account. Professor Dr. J. Allen Hynek also participated in the investigation, with his expenses to Fargo covered by a Chicago TV station. Hynek commented that Fru S.L. seemed to be living through a frightening experience and believed she was taken aboard a UFO, stating, "I don't think she is lying." Fru S.L. concluded by saying she did not use her imagination and would have chosen a different way to become famous.

Article: NæRkontakt Med UFOs I BRAZIL

This article by Michael Roth reports on widespread UFO sightings in Brazil in March 1978. Major newspapers in Sao Paulo published front-page articles about flying saucers seen over the outskirts of the city, Rio de Janeiro, Brasilia, and other Brazilian cities. Thousands of people claimed to have seen a squadron of flying saucers on March 13th. Radar screens at Campo dos Afonsos airport near Rio de Janeiro were the first to detect the objects. Sightings were also reported from Manaus, Brasilia, and towns along the route to Rio. Colonel Rui Guardiola stated the objects emitted yellow and blue light signals with the intensity of giant lightning flashes. A security guard at Camari Stadium in Rio reported seeing multiple UFOs hovering during a football team practice. Hundreds of people in the vicinity witnessed the events. Rivaldo Candido Nunes, a traffic officer at Congonhas Airport in Sao Paulo, noted that his department received over 40 calls about "strange things in the sky." Witnesses in Rio reported "shining, cigar-shaped objects" in the night sky. A search was initiated for an American man seen photographing the objects. Witnesses at Praca Tiradentes reported an American with a large camera and telephoto lens taking many pictures of UFOs. Civilian observers and military experts also reported similar sightings. UFOs were seen from the air as well; the crew of a Pan-Am jet near Brasilia reported seeing a luminous sphere with a long tail, and passengers on a Varig flight reported the same phenomenon. The article questions whether it was collective hallucination or actual craft. On Friday, March 10th, nearly all Sao Paulo newspapers received numerous calls about a luminous sphere with a long tail over Serra da Cantareira. The special operations command (COE) investigated the area but found no trace. On March 12th, airports and newspapers received hundreds of calls about more UFO sightings. Many callers reported seeing a mysterious round craft descending onto a runway at Congonhas Airport, though the radar was not operational at the time. However, radar screens in Brasilia and Manaus detected unidentifiable signals. The article also mentions that Soviet cosmonaut Georgi Grechko reported seeing a UFO similar to those seen in Brazil during his time on Salyut-6, though Pravda later denied this. In Chile, military authorities admitted to seeing unknown bright lights over the desert near Arica. A lieutenant who investigated disappeared for over an hour and returned stunned, with a five-day beard. The details were not made public. Sao Paulo had previously experienced intense UFO activity years earlier, with many reports of contact with "crew members," though unproven. Similar UFO observations occurred globally during that period, with many photos declared authentic, including one taken from a Brazilian navy plane, which the navy confirmed. Not all observers agreed; Major Fernando Jordao of the Brazilian Air Force described what he saw as a meteor, estimating it was 80 km high and likely fell into the Atlantic.

Article: DALA - DEMONPATERN 19. august -78.

This brief report states that radar stations on the Japanese island of Hokkaido detected mysterious flying objects on August 19, 1978, flying at 70 km/h at an altitude of 900-1800 meters over the Nemuro Strait. Six jet aircraft were dispatched but could not register the objects, despite ground radar tracking them.

Article: NÆRKONTAKT - 5 GANGER!

This article from the Yorkshire Post (Leeds, England) dated March 14, 1978, reports that several boys in Leeds claimed to have seen not one, but five UFOs over the city. Antony Sitek (13), Keiron (12), and Thomas Walsh (14) were using binoculars when they spotted an object resembling a star moving rapidly. They then saw two more mysterious objects, followed by two others moving "seven or eight times faster" towards the city center. Thomas described them as "needle-shaped" with no tail and no sound, appearing like stars but not moving like them. They also saw a fifth object, initially orange, then lighter, directly over a football field. Antony stated they were "definitely not planes" due to their speed and altitude. Trevor Whitaker of the Yorkshire Association of the British UFO Research Association suggested the initial sightings might have been satellites. However, there were two other reports of recent observations, one in Leeds and one from Calder Valley.

Article: PIKE LØP FOR LIVET ETTER Å HA SETT UFO

This report from the Leicester Mercury (England), dated March 11, 1978, describes a 12-year-old girl from Wingston who ran home crying and shocked after seeing what she believed to be a UFO. The incident occurred around 8:45 PM. The girl dropped her groceries and fled after seeing a "flying saucer," a "cup-shaped object with four orange lights." Her mother stated the girl is not easily scared but was pale and distressed. The girl drew the object, which was likely silver and flying diagonally, but she did not wait to see where it went. Trevor Thornton, leader of Leicester's UFO group U.P.R.O.L., is investigating.

Article: ENDA EN UFO OBSERVASJON ?

From the Hinkley Times (Leicester, England), dated February 10, 1978, this report features two 14-year-old boys from Hinckley who saw a dark, rectangular object hovering in the sky and moving towards Leicester Road. Andrew Simmons and his friend Steve Lockett observed two lights at each end of the object, which alternated between orange, blue, and green. They have sent their report to the Hinckley UFO Society.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout this issue is the prevalence and variety of UFO sightings and encounters during the 1970s. The magazine presents a range of accounts, from pilot testimonies and alleged abductions to mass sightings and unexplained aerial phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of open reporting and investigation into these phenomena, giving voice to witnesses and researchers while acknowledging the lack of official interest and the need for further study. The publication highlights the global nature of UFO activity, with reports spanning continents.