Rapportnytt - 1980 no 4

Magazine Overview

Title: RAPPORTNYTT
Issue: 4
Volume/Year: 1980
Publisher: Norsk UFO Center
Country: Norway
Language: Norwegian
Date: 1980

Content Summary

This issue of Rapportnytt (Issue 4, 1980) from the Norsk UFO Center (NUFOC) provides a comprehensive look at UFO-related activities and research, primarily within Norway.

Book Review: "Besökare från Kosmos" by Boris Jungkvist

The issue begins with a review of Boris Jungkvist's second book on the UFO problem, "Besökare från Kosmos" (Visitors from Cosmos), published in 1977. The reviewer praises Jungkvist's direct approach, likening him to someone who calls a spade a spade in UFO discussions. The book, spanning 265 pages and 30 chapters, covers UFO events from early times to the present day, including many Swedish observations new to Norwegian readers. The reviewer notes that Jungkvist's work appears to be a continuation of Gøsta K. Rehn's UFO books, sharing a similar fresh style. The book is commended for its focus on facts and for clearly indicating the direction UFO research should take. The reviewer agrees with the author's assertion that there is substantial evidence for the extraterrestrial hypothesis (ET-hypothesis).

Other UFO Material

• Several other UFO-related materials are listed for purchase or information:
• Synspunkter: Three articles on UFOs and ball lightning, UFO reporting, and UFO observers (60 pages, illustrated) for kr. 14.80.
• Per Andersen: Tidsloven: A book on the temporal distribution of UFO phenomena, exploring when and why people see UFOs at specific times (50 pages, illustrated), available to members for kr. 15.-.
• Ribera/Farriols: UFOs i Fokus: A book discussing controversial observations in Spain, related to the UMMO case (182 pages), for members at kr. 22.60.
• Postcards: Featuring "The Overwhelming Light" by graphic artist Sven Aage Voigt, double cards (107 x 155 mm), sold in packs of 5 with envelopes for kr. 12.00.

Orders are processed by payment plus kr. 5.- for postage to giro: 9 11 77 25, SUFOI/Postbox 6, 2820 Gentofte/Denmark. Customers are asked to specify their orders.

Norsk UFO Center Organizational Updates

Rapportnytt is described as Norway's only official UFO magazine, published by Norsk UFO Center, Vestlandet. The postal and ordering address is Norsk UFO Center, Postboks 1155, 5001 Bergen, with a postgiro of 3 07 08 10. The magazine is published 5 times a year with an annual subscription price of kr. 30.-.

The responsible publisher is Finn W. Kalvik. The editorial staff includes G. Bertelsen, Kenneth Nilsen, and Marit Boge, with Per Ottesen also listed. Egon Nielsen serves as the editorial secretary.

• The magazine also details the internal structure and activities of NUFOC:
• Internt UFO Forum: The internal members' magazine for Norsk UFO Center. Membership, costing kr. 80.- annually, grants access to this publication (6 issues per year). Applications are sent to NUFOC, Hovedkassen, Boks 291/4801 Arendal, with postgiro 3 92 82 80.
• Regional Sections: Contact information is provided for NUFOC sections in Nord-Norge (Sørvik), MIDT-NORGE (Trondheim), Øst-Norge (Duken), Sør-Norge (Arendal), and Vest-Norge (Bergen).
• Expedition Department: Managed by F.W. Kalvik and Armauer Hansensvei at 5030 Landås.
• Global Section: Led by Gunnar Bertelsen.
• Østfold County Leader: Arne Smevik.
• Hordaland County Leader: Gunnar Bertelsen.

Contents of this Issue

• The table of contents for this issue lists the following articles:
• UFO Imprint at Fluholmen (pages 5-12)
• A Teleportation? (pages 13-18)
• Quarterly Report from Finland (pages 19-19)
• Agurknytt (pages 20-20)
• Finding of the 3rd Degree, Part 2 (pages 21-26)
• UFO Observation in Argentina (pages 27-28)
• UFO RAMA Offer (pages 28-28)

Norsk UFO Center's Rapid Development

An article by Administration Leader K. Stenødegård highlights the rapid development of NUFOC. Since not all readers of Rapportnytt receive the internal magazine, this article serves as an orientation to the organization. NUFOC is characterized by an efficient organizational structure that facilitates rapid development. The organization has established clear goals and a basic constitution to guide its operations. A logical organizational plan and clear descriptions of members' tasks are provided to ensure meaningful efforts. This structure aims to elevate the UFO issue to an acceptable level in Norway, offering opportunities for serious researchers based on their interests and backgrounds.

The organization has seen a steady growth curve since its inception in 1972, with a particularly steep increase in 1979, nearly doubling its membership. New developments in 1979 included the establishment of a Congress and Congress Committee, a press spokesperson (Ing. Hans Kr. Moe), more county leaders, new field sections, an expanded main cash office, and the establishment of a headquarters for NORDIC UFO GROUPS (NUG), a working organization for the largest Nordic UFO organizations on a global scale. A cooperation agreement with the book importer Manu-Mu and the Swedish Project URD (for UFO material computer analysis) was also formed, along with the launch of UFO-RAMA A/L, a company for distributing UFO material.

Despite a continued increase in membership and subscriptions in 1980, the growth curve has flattened slightly compared to the previous year. The training of field researchers has significantly improved, with a dedicated film created for this purpose. NUFOC now has 10 field sections, supplemented by independent field researchers, covering large parts of the country for investigating reported UFO incidents. Several field sections also have groups dedicated to developing and producing instruments.

A Research Section was recently established in Trondheim, led by engineer Erling P. Strand. This section is expected to revolutionize the scientific investigation of events with physical traces, leveraging expertise, consultants, and advanced equipment for comprehensive analysis of physical material, referencing the imprint found at Sjøbutaket in Homborsund.

Other notable events in 1980 include new leadership for the Nord-Norge section and a UFO logic course offered by the free education in Oslo (led by Hans Kr. Moe).

NUFOC offers three types of affiliation:
1. Active Membership: Annual fee of kr. 80.-, requiring a form to be filled out for participation in organizational tasks.
2. Supporting Membership: Payment of the fee provides the "Internt UFO Forum" magazine (6 issues per year).
3. Subscription: For Rapportnytt.

Rapportnytt's Role and Future

Rapportnytt's primary task is to publish a selection of UFO events from both domestic and international sources. Research results, theories, and information on official stances regarding the problem are found in "Internt UFO Forum." The possibility of merging the two publications into a single member magazine is discussed, which would likely increase the annual fee to approximately kr. 120.-. Readers are invited to share their opinions on this matter.

NUFOC anticipates continued positive development, driven by a snowball effect, but acknowledges the crucial role of economy. Readers are encouraged to become supporting members to help strengthen the organization's capabilities and provide more comprehensive information on the increasingly relevant topic of UFOs.

UFO Imprint at Tjærepapptakk (Tar Paper Roof)

This section details a specific UFO incident involving an imprint found on a tar paper roof. The incident occurred around January 1980 at a boathouse on the north side of Fluholmen, near Homborsund Lighthouse, between Lillesand and Grimstad.

The Imprint: The imprint consisted of two semicircles, scorched or pressed into the tar paper, with diameters of 228 cm and 172 cm, and a width of 10 mm. The imprints were described as very even and fine. The heat or radiation had changed the color of the tar paper within the imprint to white, while the surrounding roof remained red. Small holes were present along the semicircles, where the tar appeared to have boiled, forming small craters.

Center Mark: The center of the larger circle also showed a distinct burn mark. Interestingly, the center of the smaller circle was located 5 cm off-center from the larger one. No scorch mark was found here. Beneath the visible center mark, some of the paint had come off the edge board just under the roof, suggesting that while direct heat radiation might not penetrate tar paper and backing boards, other types of radiation could cause heat development within the material.

Analysis and Preservation: The imprint was considered highly detailed, offering a close-up view of a potential UFO. The NUFOC team planned to preserve the imprint by mounting it on a plywood board (1.70 x 2.50 meters) for further investigation and potential exhibitions. The owner of the boathouse was cooperative and agreed to the removal of the old tar paper in exchange for new roofing.

Roof Slope and Conditions: The roof had a 17° slope. The imprint showed the object landed relatively flat, with a slight tilt towards the northwest. The condition of the tar paper, being somewhat uneven due to large tiles, along with the landing angle, could provide a three-dimensional measurement of the imprint. Further checks are planned, including experiments with heating tar paper to understand how it boils and forms bubbles, and using a stereomicroscope to analyze the formation of the rings, whether they were pressed, scorched, or otherwise formed.

Comparison and Context: The article compares this imprint to similar ones found in soil, grass, and snow, deeming the tar paper imprint one of the most exact and durable observed. It references a similar imprint on Espevær. The detailed findings rule out the 'ice lens' theory, which would require a large diameter, specific angle, two precise focal points, and the sun at zenith in January. The boathouse owner also noted that very little snow accumulated on the roof, as any snow that did fall was blown off, possibly due to residual heat.

Scientific Investigation: The report details scientific investigations conducted on the imprint. Ground substance analyses were performed using a scanning electron microscope and a microprobe. These analyses revealed different ground substance compositions inside and outside the imprint. A specific ground substance was found within the imprint that was not present outside. While initial tests suggested magnesium, the difference in quantity was too small to confirm a significant distinction. The microprobe also indicated a lower concentration of a low-numbered element (potentially oxygen) within the imprint, suggesting it may have been 'burned up,' possibly due to concentrated heat during the formation of the imprint. Microscopic examination of the imprint's holes revealed sharp edges and stones that appeared 'cut off,' also showing signs of heat exposure. The surface of the gray stones within the imprint was noted as being smoother and more even than those outside.

The investigation raises questions about the heat source and the mechanism behind the scorching and 'cutting' of the stones. The team plans further research to find answers.

Lighthouse Keeper's Sighting

On January 00:30, the lighthouse keeper at Homborsund Lighthouse, Kjell Roar Mæjlender Larsen, observed a fireball moving from east to west, passing south of the lighthouse. He estimated its size to be similar to the moon and its altitude to be 150 meters. The object then stopped, moved east again, turned north on the east side of the lighthouse, and disappeared. The object was described as spherical with no fixed contours, emitting a pulsing red and yellow light. This report, combined with the imprint found on the neighboring island, is considered significant.

A team of six, along with a journalist from Agderposten and the cabin owner, investigated the site on July 21st. The tar paper imprint has been preserved and sent to Trondheim for analysis, with a preliminary report to follow.

Research Section Report

Engineer Erling P. Strand reports on the scientific investigations of the imprint conducted in Trondheim. The research section of NUFOC is conducting extensive examinations. The preliminary report focuses on the technical aspects, with a less technical summary provided here. The imprint consists of parts of two circles with radii of 114 cm and 86 cm. The gray shale stone within the imprint showed signs of the red paint being removed. In some areas, the tar paper was melted within the imprint, and small 'holes' were observed around the edges.

Initial ground substance analyses were performed. If the object had been in direct contact with the roof, 'residues' might have been found. A scanning electron microscope revealed different ground substance compositions inside and outside the imprint. A substance appeared within the imprint that was not found outside. Further analysis with a microprobe, a more accurate instrument, confirmed the presence of magnesium, but the difference in quantity was too small to conclude a significant distinction. Therefore, the conclusion is that there is no difference in ground substance composition inside and outside the imprint.

However, the microprobe did reveal a significantly lower concentration of a low-numbered element (likely oxygen) within the imprint compared to outside. This suggests that the oxygen in the imprint may have been 'burned up,' possibly due to concentrated heat during the formation of the imprint. This conclusion is supported by visual observation, even without a microprobe, as the imprint appears 'burned up.'

Microscopic study of the imprint's holes showed sharp edges and stones that appeared 'cut off,' also exhibiting signs of heat exposure. The surface of the gray stones within the imprint was noted as being very smooth and even, more so than the red stones outside the imprint.

These findings raise numerous questions, including whether heat created the imprint and holes, what temperature would be required to burn off paint from the stone, and how a slate stone could be 'cut off' without direct physical contact. The team intends to investigate these questions further.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the Norsk UFO Center as a serious and developing organization dedicated to investigating UFO phenomena. The editorial stance emphasizes a scientific and factual approach, encouraging reader participation and support. There is a clear distinction made between the general interest publication Rapportnytt and the more internal, detailed "Internt UFO Forum." The organization actively seeks to professionalize UFO research in Norway, evidenced by the establishment of specialized sections like the Research Section. The content suggests a belief in the reality of UFO phenomena and the importance of rigorous investigation, while also acknowledging the economic realities of running such an organization.

Title: Suomen Ufotutkijat ry.
Subtitle: THE UFO RESEARCH OF FINLAND
Issue: Kvartals-rapport nr. 2/80
Date: 1980
Publisher: THE UFO RESEARCH OF FINLAND
Country: Finland
Original Language: Norwegian

Article 1: Rally-hendelsen En teleportasjon ?

This article, authored by Guillermo C. Roncoroni and translated by Anton Lidstrøm/SA, details a remarkable incident that occurred on August 17, 1978, involving Carlos Acevedo and Hugo Prambs (later replaced by Miguel Angel Moya) during the South American Rally in their Citroen GS 1220.

The Incident:

While driving near Salitral del Algarrobo, approximately 30 km north of Carmen de Patagones, Argentina, Acevedo noticed a very strong, compact yellow light approaching rapidly from behind. Initially mistaken for the headlights of another rally car, the light grew in size and intensity. Despite their speed of approximately 100 km/h, the light closed in with extreme speed. The interior of the car was suddenly filled with a dense, bright yellow light with a hint of violet, obscuring vision beyond the front of the car.

Acevedo described the light as "flowing completely over the entire interior of the car." Both occupants felt a sensation of floating and being lifted into the air, about 2 meters above the ground. They lost control and experienced a period of disorientation and fear. Moya described feeling paralyzed and thought they had crashed, but the continued ascent indicated otherwise. He noted Acevedo sitting rigidly at the wheel, seemingly trying to communicate something unheard.

After an unknown duration, estimated to be between a few seconds and ten minutes, they felt a jolt and realized the car was back on the ground, on the side of the road. The intense light subsided, revealing a cone-shaped light beam on the ground that then retracted like a curtain, leaving a faint yellowish-white oval light that moved westward and disappeared.

Anomalies and Investigations:

Upon regaining their composure, Acevedo and Moya discovered several anomalies. The car's odometer showed they had traveled only 52 km from Viedma to Pedro Luro, a distance that should have taken about 75-80 minutes at their average speed of 100 km/h. However, they arrived in Pedro Luro 2 hours and 20 minutes after leaving Carmen de Patagones (around 14:50, arriving at 17:10). This indicated a time loss of approximately 110 minutes, during which they could not account for their whereabouts.

Furthermore, the 40-liter reserve fuel tank, which had been filled in Viedma, was found to be completely empty. Inspector Daniel Osimi of the Pedro Luro police confirmed no fuel leakage from the reserve tank. The car itself showed no physical damage, electromagnetic effects, or external signs of stress.

Witness Testimony and Credibility:

Both Acevedo (38 years old, Chilean parents, owner of shoe stores in Santiago, Chile) and Moya (28 years old, mechanic from Santiago, Chile) provided consistent and detailed accounts. They were described as being visibly nervous but cooperative during the investigation. Inspector Osimi, Corporal J. Garcia, and Hector Forchesatto (assistant at the service station) all corroborated the witnesses' state of distress and the consistency of their statements. Forchesatto also noted that neighbors in Ascasubi had observed a strong yellowish light moving westward around the time of the incident.

The article highlights the time factor as a crucial element, noting that the incident occurred between 15:00 and 15:05. The discrepancy between the expected travel time and the actual time taken, along with the missing 71 km on the odometer, strongly suggests that the event was not a normal driving experience.

Hypnosis and Further Investigation:

The author suggests that further investigation, including hypnotic regression for Acevedo and Moya, could potentially yield more information, citing surprising results from similar techniques in other cases of time loss and missing evidence.

Article 2: Suomen Ufotutkijat ry. - Kvartals-rapport nr. 2/80

This section presents a quarterly report from The UFO Research of Finland, detailing recent activities and significant UFO observations.

MUFON Symposium and Research:

Ilkka Serra, the chairman of Suomen Ufotutkijat ry., represented Scandinavian UFO organizations at the 1980 MUFON Symposium in Houston, Texas, and lectured on Scandinavian UFO research. The organization also reported on clarifying an old incident and a new kidnapping case.

Pahkakoski UFO Event (March 19, 1979):

The most significant UFO event in Finland occurred at the Pahkakoski hydro-electric power plant between midnight and 05:45 on March 19, 1979. At least two witnesses observed a red-glowing ball land behind a forest. Similar objects were seen at 01:35 and 01:45. At 02:55, two objects were sighted simultaneously, followed shortly by 14 to 15 objects hovering over a marsh. These objects were described as saucer-shaped with an estimated diameter of 30 meters. One object directed a sharp beam of light downwards. No sound was heard, and the objects remained visible until 05:45 before disappearing. This event was classified as UFOS.

Aino Ivanoff Abduction Case (April 2, 1980):

Aino Ivanoff, a 52-year-old woman, experienced a two-hour 'kidnapping' near Pudasjärvi in Northern Finland. While driving on a country road around midnight, her car entered a strange fog, and her headlights suddenly pointed upwards. She braked and saw an aluminum-colored, dome-shaped object with oval windows. She was taken inside the object and examined on a metal table by three black-clad men. The room contained only this table. Upon exiting the object, she found herself in fog again and had to drive most of the way home in it. She registered that two hours had passed. A week later, she felt extremely tired and found five small marks on her right shoulder. She also received a message supporting peace and opposing war. It was noted that the black-clad men are unable to have children. The research on this case was not fully completed.

Reader's Letter:

A letter from Liv Hafskjoldrud (Norum, 1990 Sørum) seeks readers who have older issues of "Rapportnytt" from before 1979, wishing to purchase them.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue heavily emphasizes the importance of eyewitness testimony in UFO research, particularly in cases where physical evidence is scarce. The articles highlight the psychological and physical effects experienced by witnesses, including disorientation, fear, and unexplained time or distance discrepancies. The publication appears to take a serious approach to UFO phenomena, presenting detailed accounts and encouraging further investigation, including the use of techniques like hypnosis. The inclusion of a Finnish UFO research report alongside a South American rally incident suggests a broad scope of coverage for UFO-related events.

Title: UFO-Norge
Issue: 20
Date: August 13, 1979
Publisher: UFO-Norge
Country: Norway
Language: Norwegian

This issue of UFO-Norge focuses on the organization's efforts to investigate UFO phenomena, particularly through the use of new detection technology and the examination of past alleged UFO incidents.

UFO Detectors from Denmark

The lead article, "Detectors ordered from Denmark: UFO enigma revealed?" by Per Kristian Orset, reports that UFO-Norge is intensifying its hunt for UFO secrets by ordering ten UFO detectors from Denmark. Eldbjørn Fjeldberg, a representative of UFO-Norge, claims these detectors have previously indicated when UFOs were in the vicinity. UFO-Norge theorizes a connection between unidentified flying objects and strong magnetic fields, citing reports of cars and clocks stopping and lights going out during UFO sightings. The detectors, described as small, compass-needle-based devices, are intended to investigate this connection and potentially track UFO movements. Fjeldberg notes that while the principle is simple, the detector's reactions are often erratic, and they are checking if increased solar activity or thunderstorms could be responsible. Observational assistant Tore Grønningssæter from Solobser-vatory cannot explain the detector's readings, stating that increased solar activity has minimal impact on magnetic fields. He also mentions that the old Oslo observatory conducted magnetic field measurements for a hundred years without finding such anomalies. Grønningssæter acknowledges the simplicity of the detector but cannot explain its function. He also points out that most aerial phenomena are eventually explained, and people unfamiliar with the sky might mistake Venus for a UFO.

Two logbook entries for the detectors coincide with UFO observations, strengthening UFO-Norge's theory. Fjeldberg believes that by mapping these observations, they can get closer to solving "our time's greatest enigma."

UFO Crash in Mexico, Near Laredo, Texas (Excerpt I)

This section, written by Leonard H. Stringfield and translated by Dag Ove Johansen/Nord, details an alleged UFO crash in 1948 in a desert area in the southwestern USA or Mexico. According to unclear sources, a UFO with a crew of 1-16 members crashed and was recovered by US military authorities. The report mentions Frank Scully's book about a UFO crash at Aztec, New Mexico, in 1948, suggesting it might have been a hoax. However, in late 1977, new confirmations emerged from an informed military source about a 1948 crash involving a metallic saucer that was severely damaged. Todd Zechel, a researcher and former NSA employee, provided further details, stating that an Air Force technician told him his uncle, a police chief at Carswell AF-base near Ft. Worth, Texas, participated in the recovery of a UFO described as a metallic saucer, about 30 meters in diameter. The crash occurred about 50 km inside Mexican territory from Laredo, Texas, and was detected by radar. The police chief was tasked with cordoning off the area. Zechel tracked down the retired colonel, who reported that a dead alien being, approximately 150 cm tall, with no hair and unusual hands, was found onboard the craft. Soldiers involved were warned to remain silent about the incident.

Zechel also learned from another source about an Air Force colonel who had seen a UFO in flight over New Mexico in 1952. The UFO was traveling at approximately 3200 km/h and made a sharp 90-degree turn before disappearing from radar. It was believed to have crashed about 50 km into Mexican territory. The colonel and another pilot searched for the UFO and found it covered, with US soldiers present. They were not allowed to see it and were ordered to keep silent.

An intelligence officer from the US Navy, who was in Mexico City at the time of the 1948 crash, was rushed to the crash site and saw the craft being loaded onto military vehicles.

Todd Zechel stated in a May 15, 1978, phone call that further information would be published in his book, "Under Intelligent Control" (1978), and that he had a signed affidavit from the retired colonel.

Burned Craft with Small Dead Beings Found (Excerpt II)

This section discusses a UFO incident from 1952. A reliable source, whose brother was a radar expert at Edwards AFB, California, reported seeing a UFO on radar moving at high speed. After confirming a crash, the captain told the radar expert, "You saw nothing." The expert later learned that an unidentified craft had crashed in a nearby desert area. The craft was over 15 meters in diameter, with a burnt black metallic surface and several windows. It was reportedly manned by dead humanoids, about 150 cm tall. There were rumors that the wreckage was kept in a hangar at Edwards-base before being transported to Wright Patterson-base (WP-base).

When the source inquired about discussing the incident with his brother, he was reminded that the event was classified as secret.

UFOs in 1952 and Transport to WP-Base

Another witness reported seeing a large military vehicle with suspicious cargo under a tarp heading towards WP-base. The vehicle stopped briefly at night at Godman Field, Kentucky, and rumors circulated about a crashed UFO being transported. Other witnesses, a couple from Circle-ville, Ohio, reported traffic being stopped by a large MP escort for a transport vehicle with unusual cargo heading towards the base.

UFO Astronauts Allegedly Seen on a Truck Heading to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (Excerpt III)

John Schuessler, a MUFON representative and NASA engineer, provided information from his father and stepmother, who in 1968 heard from a former civil defense member at W-P AFB about an incident in 1952. A tractor-trailer transported a covered craft into a well-guarded area of the base. The guard reported seeing the dead bodies from the crashed UFO, described as "small people" or humanoids, laid out in sprinkler boxes. The bodies were described as small, with large heads, Mongolian features, small noses, small mouths, and closed eyes. They had no visible ears or hair, and their skin was leathery and ash-gray. They wore pastel-colored, tight-fitting suits. The guard stated that everything transported had to pass him.

The article suggests that official cover-ups are so extensive that vital UFO data might be stored in a special document system, possibly outside the classification system, to circumvent information release laws. It also references a letter from Senator Barry Goldwater indicating he was denied access to information stored at WP-base.

Symbols on a Control Panel Allegedly Seen Inside a UFO (Excerpt IV)

Richard Hall, MUFON's international coordinator, learned from a former Pan-Am pilot, Bill Nash, about an incident in 1952. Nash and his co-pilot, Bill Fortenberry, had observed eight round, red UFOs. Nash later interviewed a woman who worked in communications at a military intelligence base in Arizona in 1952. She reported that the base was on high alert due to possible UFO attacks. A UFO had landed or was forced down and sent to WP-base for analysis. She added that the UFO's internal control panel had markings or symbols, and she saw a photograph of the object but could not provide details.

A 1965 article in "Saucer News" quotes Nash recalling that intelligence officers confirmed the presence of UFOs at WP-base. When asked about rumors of UFOs, an investigator initially confirmed it but was then abruptly silenced by Major Sharp, who stated, "NO!"

Another quote from "Saucer News" indicates that "LIFE" magazine was contacted by intelligence services regarding claims that the government had recovered UFOs.

The article's commentary notes that Bill Nash was a credible witness and that his account might be found in a 1953 issue of "TRUE" magazine. The author of the commentary had corresponded with Nash in the 1950s and vouches for his credibility.

Radar Specialist Claims to Have Seen Film of UFO with Dead Crew (Excerpt V)

In a 1957 phone call to NICAP, Nash stated that Pan-Am had ordered him to stay away from public attention. Regarding the symbols on the UFO control panel, another source in 1978 claimed to have seen photographs of such markings at WP-base.

This section details an account from "Herr T.," a radar specialist who, in the spring of 1953, was part of a group of radar specialists at Ft. Monmouth, New Jersey, who were shown a film. The film, without introduction, showed a desert area with a silver-colored, saucer-shaped object partially buried, with a domed section and an open hatch. The film then showed 10-15 military personnel examining the craft, estimated to be 5-6 meters in diameter. Herr T. then saw footage from inside the UFO, showing a control panel with pastel-colored levers and sudden flashes of white light. The film then shifted to show two dead bodies on a table, described as small, with large heads, Mongolian features, small noses, small mouths, and closed eyes. Their skin was leathery and ash-gray, and they wore pastel-colored suits. The film ended abruptly. Afterward, a commanding officer told them to "think about the film" and "Don't tell anyone." Two weeks later, an intelligence officer told Herr T. to "forget the whole film, it was just a bluff."

Herr T. believed the film was genuine, despite the "bluff" claim, and found it difficult to believe that such realistic fake bodies could be created.

AGURKNYTT (Delayed Cucumber News)

This section, from page 20, comments on the article about UFO-Norge's detectors. It questions whether UFO-Norge or journalist Orset believes the UFO enigma is close to being solved. It notes that such UFO detectors have been in use since the 1960s without significant results. The author suggests that a solution to the UFO mystery will only come when "they" (referring to the intelligences behind UFOs) decide to reveal themselves. The ten UFO detectors placed around Eastern Norway are deemed insufficient, with a range of only about 1 km. The conclusion is that more advanced equipment is needed, and these UFO detectors are considered "technical toys."

UFO Observed in Cordoba, Argentina

This article describes a photograph taken by miner Luis Ferreyra in Cordoba, Argentina, on May 5, 1979. While attempting to photograph a hummingbird, Ferreyra captured an image of a UFO. The object was described as hat-shaped with a metallic color and tilted before disappearing. The photograph is considered potentially the best ever taken of such a phenomenon. The article notes that the object's unusual behavior and the quality of the photograph lend credence to its authenticity. Hypotheses are discussed regarding why UFOs might be interested in the Argentine sky, with one suggestion being the country's geographical position away from potential nuclear disaster zones.

NUFOC UFO Center Offerings

This section advertises UFO-RAMA Norsk UFO Center, offering two collections of UFO material. Collection I includes five black and white photos (15x24 cm), one color photo (9x13 cm), and one color photo (13x18 cm), along with a booklet on Norwegian UFO cases from the 70s and a NUFOC sticker, for 90 NOK plus postage. Collection II offers four black and white photos (15x24 cm), one black and white photo (21x26 cm), and two color photos (9x13 cm), plus a booklet on imprints at Namsen-fjorden and a NUFOC sticker, for 70 NOK plus postage. Both collections can be purchased together for 150 NOK plus postage. Additionally, a UFO color poster of Paul Villas' most famous UFO image (30x40 cm) is available for 20 NOK plus postage, with additional posters costing 15 NOK each.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the investigation of UFO phenomena, the potential for new technologies to aid in this investigation, and the examination of historical UFO incidents, particularly alleged crashes and retrievals. There is a strong undercurrent of skepticism regarding official explanations and a belief in the possibility of government cover-ups. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFOs, presenting witness accounts and alleged evidence while also acknowledging the limitations of current detection methods and the need for further investigation. The inclusion of the "Agurknytt" section provides a critical perspective on the effectiveness of the UFO detectors, suggesting they are merely "technical toys."