Rapportnytt - 1981 no 1

Magazine Overview

Title: RAPPORTNYTT
Issue: 1 1981
Volume: 9. årgang
Publisher: Norsk UFO Center
Country: Norway
Language: Norwegian
Price: Kr. 40.-

This issue of Rapportnytt, published by Norsk UFO Center, marks the beginning of its 9th year of publication. The cover features a striking illustration of multiple flying saucers against an orange background. The issue is dated '1 1981', indicating the first issue of that year.

Editorial and Administrative Information

The magazine is published by Norsk UFO Center, Vestlandet, with a post and ordering address in Bergen. It is issued five times a year, with a subscription price of Kr. 40.-. The responsible publisher is Finn W. Kalvik. The editorial staff includes G. Bertelsen, Kenneth Nilsen, Dag O. Johansen, and Anton Lidstrøm, with Egon Nielsen as the editorial secretary. Eddy Hansen is listed as the editor for the Sørvesten region.

The issue also details the contact points for various regional branches of Norsk UFO Center across Norway, including Nord-Norge (BODØ), MIDT-NORGE (Trondheim), Øst-Norge (Duken), Sør-Norge (Arendal), and Vest-Norge (Bergen). The Rapportsentralen (Report Center) expedition is located in Landås, and the global section is managed by Gunnar Bertelsen. The printing is done by Svein Anthun.

Contents Overview

The table of contents for this issue lists several articles:

• Nordic UFO Newsletter (page 3)
• En hilsen til U.S.A. (A greeting to the U.S.A.) (page 4)
• Norske observasjoner (Norwegian observations) (page 7)
• REPEATERS (page 17)
• "Rombarn" i landet UFO? ("Space children" in the land of UFO?) (page 19)
• Gjenfunn av 3. Grad, Del 4 (Retrieval of the 3rd Degree, Part 4) (page 20)
• Nærkontakt med ukjent luftfartøy (Close encounter with an unknown aircraft) (page 27)
• Mannskap på UFO, beskutt (UFO crew shot at) (page 28)

Editorial: Looking Back and Forward

The editorial section, titled 'Litt tilbake - og fremover!' (A little back - and forward!), wishes readers a Happy New Year for 1981. The year 1980 is characterized as a normal UFO year in Norway, with few sensational events. Notable incidents mentioned include mysterious ice holes on Silsetvatnet and an imprint on a boathouse in Homborsund. The editorial notes that while Norway had fewer major events, other countries had more significant cases. The editorial also addresses the rising costs, including a price increase for postage from March 1st, which also affects the magazine's price. Despite the increase, Rapportnytt claims to remain the most affordable UFO magazine in the Nordic region. Readers are encouraged to renew their subscriptions to support the magazine's mission.

The editorial also announces the first issue of 'Nordic UFO-Group's Newsletter', a collaboration with UFO-Sverige, which is included in this publication. This first issue of Rapportnytt is printed with a larger circulation, and copies can be ordered for Kr. 7.00, including postage.

Nordic UFO Newsletter

This section details the launch of the 'Nordic UFO Newsletter', a 24-page English-language publication by Norsk UFO Center in collaboration with Riksorganisationen UFO-Sverige. The cooperation was established at the Nordic UFO meeting in Tønsberg in 1978. Denmark was initially involved but withdrew. The newsletter is intended for international partners. The cover art for the newsletter was created by an artist from the Øst-Norge department. The section expresses good wishes for the future editions of the newsletter.

The accompanying photograph shows Mentz Darre Kaarbø with the first issue of the newsletter. The photo credit is to Bergens Tidende.

A Greeting to the U.S.A.

This article features a letter written by Bjørn Eigil Johansen, county leader for Sogn og Fjordane, to U.S. President Ronald Reagan. The letter, dated February 2, 1981, from Lærdal, Norway, presents the first issue of the Nordic UFO Newsletter to the President. It expresses hope that the U.S. government will take steps to recognize research into unidentified flying objects, stating it would be of great value to global research. The letter references reports of crashed unknown aircraft and humanlike creatures found by the U.S. Army, suggesting that the Army must have significant proof of UFO existence. It expresses regret that these findings have not been investigated by parties other than U.S. Army personnel. The letter concludes by hoping that answers to UFO-related questions can be found through U.S. Army reports if they are released.

A Norwegian translation of this letter is provided on the following page.

Astrological Predictions and Natural Disasters

This section, continuing from page 2, discusses a 'small' planetary constellation (four planets in a linear relationship) that is believed to have caused an increase in earthquakes and natural disasters around the turn of the year and into 1981. An article from the Norwegian newspaper VG, dated February 2, is quoted, with the headline 'Astrological disasters?'. The article cites a Chinese meteorologist, Ren Zhenqiu, who predicts that a linear relationship between nine major planets will trigger frequent natural disasters over the next 20 years. The article mentions that three of the four major floods in the Yellow River basin in the last 500 years, and four major earthquakes in North China in the last thousand years, occurred when planets were aligned. Ren stated that these influences span a period of about 25 years before and after the planetary phenomenon. He also noted that China and the Northern Hemisphere have experienced colder than normal weather, along with floods, droughts, and earthquakes. The Tangshan earthquake in North China in July 1976, which killed 242,000 people, is cited as an example. The article advises caution regarding potential natural disasters but reassures readers that there is no need for excessive anxiety, comparing the situation to the low-temperature period of the 19th century.

The editorial section concludes by humorously suggesting that if the earth starts shaking or floods approach, readers should hold on, preferably to Rapportnytt.

Other Publications

Information is provided about 'Skandinavisk UFO Information (SUFOI'S) UFO NYT', which is being published in a larger A-4 format with a four-color cover and the possibility of color photos. The annual subscription is D.kr. 85.00. A special offer allows readers to subscribe to both UFO NYT and 'Det Ukendte' (The Unknown), 3rd year, for a combined price of D.kr. 145.00, with a discount of D.kr. 25.00. Payment details for SUFOI in Denmark are provided.

UFO Sightings in Norway (1980)

This section, titled 'RAPPORTOVERSIKT FOR 1980' (Report Overview for 1980), details several UFO sightings reported in Norway:

• January 7, Frøya: Bjørn Tore Valvåg and a friend observed a large light in the sky for 55 minutes. The light appeared to follow them and then moved ahead before disappearing behind a hill. They managed to take two photos, but the light was too distant to be visible on the negatives.
• January 18, Batnfjordsøra: In connection with mysterious ice holes on Silsetvatnet, unexplained phenomena were observed. Aslaug Kaarvaag saw a large, oval, clear light moving at high speed that disappeared behind a mountain. She described it as moving as if 'in thin air'. Ingun Lange and Rita Hoem saw a yellow-green light near a cliff, estimated to be 40-50 meters in diameter, which pulsed and changed shape before disappearing after three minutes. The sound of thunder preceded the light.
• January 29, Stord: A witness observed a very bright light over the mountain 'Siggjo'. The light's intensity was compared to Venus. A child suggested it might be a streetlight. The witness described the object as a large light without distinct contours, with a reddish color around the core, and it faded away after about 10 minutes.
• February 1, Sandnes: A witness driving a car saw a green, spherical object that suddenly accelerated to a fantastic speed, became elongated, and then 'switched off' and disappeared after 15 seconds.
• March 8, Kristiansund N.: Roger Jensen observed a pulsating red-orange light appearing and disappearing over the sea. The light blinked and was similar in size and brightness to a low-hanging star. It moved horizontally and disappeared, reappearing shortly after and repeating the pattern. Its speed was estimated to be over 100 km/h.
• April 3, Sølen i Engerdal: Fru Olsen observed a very bright, blank light from her window. The light moved in a peculiar path: eastward, stopping, descending, stopping again, and then moving eastward before disappearing into the forest. The observation lasted 15 minutes. The size of the light was estimated to be about 1/5 of the moon's diameter.
• April 6, Øyseth v/Kongsvinger: Four people in a car observed two luminous objects in the eastern sky heading northwest. One object descended into the forest, while the other continued. During the 45-minute observation, one object came close enough to the car to cause the headlights to blink and the cassette music to cut out.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Rapportnytt include UFO sightings and reports from Norway and abroad, the promotion of UFO research, and the dissemination of information through publications like the Nordic UFO Newsletter. The editorial stance is one of advocacy for UFO research, encouraging reader participation through subscriptions and reports. There is also an interest in correlating astronomical phenomena with terrestrial events, such as natural disasters, reflecting a broader curiosity about unexplained phenomena. The magazine positions itself as an affordable and effective source of information in the field of UFO studies within the Nordic region.

This issue of UFO-Aktuelt, dated 1980, presents a compilation of UFO sighting reports primarily from Norway, alongside international perspectives and analyses. The magazine features detailed witness accounts of aerial phenomena, object descriptions, and observed behaviors, interspersed with drawings and commentary from researchers and skeptics.

Reported Sightings

Bergen, Norway (April 7)

Rune Simonsen and Kjell A. Brekke reported observing a clear white light in the zenith that grew larger and changed color to yellow and red as it approached Ulriken mountain. The object suddenly disappeared after passing the mountain. The weather was slightly cloudy with rain showers, and the wind was from the east. The observation lasted 5 minutes.

Fredrikstad, Norway (May 9)

Rolf Lindgren witnessed a luminous object at 22:55. He described it as moving too fast to be an airplane and making no sound, despite his window being slightly ajar. After 40-50 seconds, he went outside and still heard no sound. The object was described as bowl-shaped, with a bluish light and an unsteady gait. The observation lasted 1.5 minutes.

Nyborg-Bergen, Norway (May 15)

Ove Faugstad reported that his wife first saw a luminous yellow sphere at 01:05. The object descended rapidly and vertically towards Anntvedtfjellet, taking approximately 5 minutes to disappear behind the mountain. The witness also noted that the reflection of the object was visible after it disappeared behind the mountain. Later, it reappeared and moved up and down three times before disappearing again. The observation lasted 10 minutes under clear skies with no moon and no audible sound.

Stord, Norway (October-November)

Oddvar Clausen reported an incident around 17:00 where his 8-year-old son pointed out a 'star moving'. He saw a blinking, pulsating light, best compared to a flashing lamp, at an altitude of 35 degrees. The movement was jerky, with small course changes, and the object was described as having a constant, but flashing, light field and a faint tail. It was impossible to see what was behind the large light field. The witness Stein Stendahl noted that such phenomena are often reported over Halsenøy.

Stavanger, Norway (September 27)

At 20:50, a witness saw an intense yellow light about 100-200 meters above the ground. The object was oval and emitted light beams towards the ground. It moved slowly towards the east without sound. The witness ran to get a camera and binoculars, but by the time he returned, the light had vanished. He later saw a helicopter with lights front and rear, moving west at normal helicopter speed and sound. He estimated the object's diameter to be slightly over three meters. No other aircraft activity was noted at the time.

Kristiansund N., Norway (Date not specified, but implied to be after Sept 27 and before Oct-Nov)

Roger Jensen observed a red and oblong light at an altitude of approximately 20 degrees, moving in a SW-S direction (approx. 200°). The speed was calculated to be twice that of a Boeing 737. The object was observed near the moon, then moved southeast, slowed down, and stopped. It then changed course and ascended rapidly. The object's size was estimated to be smaller than a pinhead. The observation lasted 50 seconds.

Bjørnehaugen, Kristiansund N., Norway (Date not specified, likely 060380/1)

Eddy Hansen reported seeing a blinking, pulsating red/orange light at an altitude of about 15 degrees, moving northeast. He initially thought it was a lighthouse but found it too high. The light then moved east, hovering and gliding slowly. He questioned if it was a helicopter but noted the speed was too low and the light pattern was different from aircraft lights. At about 30 degrees, the object emitted normal white light for 1-2 seconds, then the red-orange pulsation resumed before it disappeared in the east. After about 4.5 minutes, the object reappeared, moving back the same way, losing altitude and fading until it was no longer visible. The sky was clear and windless. Hansen contacted Kvernberget air station, which reported no sightings and no aircraft in the area. He felt the air station personnel were evasive and suspected they were hiding something.

Hastad, Trøndelag, Norway (October 10)

Two witnesses at Hastad farm observed an object at approximately 12:00. It looked like a plane from the front, and they commented that it was flying low. The object then moved with incredible speed and without sound between Ås farm and the forest, changing direction and altitude. Its colors were perceived as silver and signal red due to its large banking angle during turns. It then proceeded on a northwest course, ascending rapidly and disappearing after about 20 seconds at a 40-degree altitude. The witnesses were certain it was not a plane, as it was only about 300 meters away.

Stord, Norway (Date not specified, 100380/I)

Odd Frode Frantzen reported seeing a strong light over Langenuen in a southeasterly direction from his living room. He went out on the balcony and saw the object consisted of two lights: one bright white and one smaller red. It moved quickly and silently along the fjord, passing over the mountains on Tysnes. His mother and brother also witnessed it. They followed the object until it disappeared behind a house wall after about one minute. A field researcher noted that similar light phenomena are often seen over Halsenøy.

North Biloxi, USA (March 19, 1979)

Jimmie Bell reported an incident where a resident, V.B. Phelps, was awakened by a bright light. The next morning, Phelps found a footprint in the mud resembling a baby's with four-toed claws instead of toes. Nearby, he also found what he believed to be a small handprint. Phelps, a lifelong woodsman, had never seen anything like it. He later recalled the light from the night before, noting it came from behind his house where there was no settlement. His son, Wallace Phelps, found numerous holes in the ground near where the light was seen and the footprint was found, suggesting metal rods had been inserted into the ground. The holes were straight and angled towards an indeterminate center. Wallace Phelps hoped to make a cast of the footprint.

Analysis and Commentary

James Oberg on 'Repeaters'

James Oberg discusses the concept of 'repeaters' – individuals who repeatedly claim to see UFOs. He references Kenneth Arnold's initial sighting in 1947 and Arnold's subsequent claims of seeing UFOs six more times, including filming two UFOs. Oberg notes that Arnold's descriptions of UFOs flying in a 'skipping' manner, like 'speedboats in rough seas,' and pulsing in the middle are unique. He highlights Dr. J. Allen Hynek's skepticism towards 'repeaters,' quoting Hynek's assertion that the idea of one person having numerous UFO sightings while most people see none is 'utterly ridiculous.' Oberg applies this logic to Arnold, calling him 'extremely unreliable' by Hynek's own terminology. Oberg also touches upon the 'sacred collection' of UFO miracles that skeptics face resistance from within the UFO community.

UN and Grenada

The article mentions that the United Nations (UN) unanimously gave up its involvement with the UFO issue. This discussion was initiated by Grenada's Prime Minister, Sir Eric Gairy, who insisted on sending UFO specialists to the UN. However, after Gairy was overthrown in a coup, the UFO issue was quickly dropped from the UN's agenda. The article suggests that the UN had no real interest in UFOs but merely wanted to show courtesy to one of its member states. Grenada is now focusing on rebuilding its economy and shedding its image as a UFO capital, while adopting a pro-Soviet stance.

Editorial Comments

The editorial comments on James Oberg's article, acknowledging that while they don't know Oberg personally, his article appears to be an attempt to debunk the UFO phenomenon. Regarding Kenneth Arnold, the editors note he has only admitted to one UFO sighting later in his career, but suggest he might have had more. They reiterate that the UN's UFO discussion was prompted by a member state's request. The editors also speculate that Sir Eric Gairy might have been a target of the CIA, possibly influencing his government's downfall, and that his replacement was a pro-Soviet government.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of UFO-Aktuelt focuses on documenting UFO sightings with detailed witness accounts, emphasizing the physical descriptions and behaviors of the observed objects. It also presents a critical perspective through James Oberg's article, which questions the reliability of frequent UFO witnesses ('repeaters') and highlights the skepticism within the scientific community. The editorial stance appears to be one of open reporting of sightings while also acknowledging and presenting skeptical viewpoints, suggesting a balanced approach to the complex and often controversial subject of UFO phenomena. The inclusion of the UN's brief involvement and the subsequent political changes in Grenada adds a geopolitical dimension to the discussion of UFOs.

This issue, titled "GJENFUNN AV 3. GRAD." (Recovery of 3rd Degree), presented as the 4th part of Volume VII, delves into alleged UFO crash and recovery incidents, primarily focusing on the discovery of extraterrestrial beings. The content is a translation from English, with Norwegian translations provided for the articles and quotes. The issue is dated '20' and appears to be from 1979, based on the context of the articles and the ISSN number.

Utdrag VIII: Description of Dead Humanoids, One of Which Appeared Female

This section recounts a testimony from a man with a long career as a non-commissioned officer in the army, who was in the Air National Guard in the early 1950s. In the summer of 1977, at an Air Force base in Cincinnati, he described seeing three small, dead humanoids, approximately 1.20 meters tall, preserved in what appeared to be spray-painted boxes inside a hangar. He indicated that the incident occurred in a desert area in Arizona. He noted that the humanoids had disproportionately large heads, were hairless, and had brown skin. One of the humanoids appeared to be female, with what could have been either a muscular chest or breasts.

Utdrag IX: Another Testimony Regarding a 1953 Crash with Dead Humanoids

This section presents a letter from Richard Hall of MUFON, dated April 8, 1964. The source, an instructor who served as an adjutant to a general in the Air Force during the Korean War, shared an experience from 1953. A flying saucer reportedly crashed near test fields in New Mexico. Air Force personnel discovered the intact craft and found the bodies of its four crew members, described as 100-120 cm tall, hairless, with large heads, and generally human-like features. One body was autopsied to determine the cause of death, but none was found. The witness also saw three crashed saucers, described as oval, over 8 meters long and 4 meters wide. He noted the lack of visible controls or propulsion systems. The witness's identity is withheld for security reasons, as the information is considered top-secret.

Commentary on Utdrag IX

The author of the magazine issue includes a quote from a letter by Dick Hall, dated December 23, 1977. Hall confirms that the source in the letter is the same person Todd Zechel had previously tracked down. Hall interviewed the individual in the Washington area and found him to be credible, having served as a former adjutant to a general and a pilot in Vietnam. The individual had reportedly seen evidence of the crash at Langley AFB, Virginia, and mentioned another Air Force pilot who had spoken about a crash incident in the southwest.

Utdrag X: Confession of Dead Humanoids at Deathbed

Charles Wilhelm, leader of the Ohio UFO Investigators League, received information from a schoolmate whose father was a witness to a recovered UFO and its crew in 1953. The father, who was the head of military security at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WP-base), made this confession to his son on his deathbed. He witnessed two metallic, saucer-shaped UFOs, one damaged and one intact. He also saw four dead humanoids, preserved in dry ice, described as 130-165 cm tall, with large heads relative to their bodies, slanted eyes, and human-like bodies with slightly longer fingers. The commentary notes that 1953 appears to have been a very busy year for UFO crashes and recoveries.

Utdrag XI: Saucer in Trouble: Strange Effect on Car Exhausts

This section details an account from Cecil Tenney, who reported an observation in 1953 near Dutton, Montana. While driving home, he witnessed a low-flying, cigar-shaped UFO in apparent distress. The object, described as silver-colored and about one-third the size of a football field, pulsed and emitted fire and smoke for several minutes. It then ejected fireballs that hit the surrounding area, causing cars on the road to shoot flames from their exhaust pipes. Tenney was shaken and later interviewed by a highway patrolman and an Air Force colonel. He was taken to Great Falls AFB, interrogated, and made to sign a non-disclosure agreement. Tenney believes the UFO had crashed and that the bags he saw being carried by military personnel contained the bodies of the deceased crew.

Commentary on Utdrag XI

The author notes that Tenney is the sole known witness to this event, and while his account is convincing, there are no other corroborating witnesses. The author speculates that the UFO may have been in distress and crashed, and that the bags contained dead crew members.

Utdrag XII: Woman Who Cataloged Material Regarding Crashed UFOs Makes Revelations

This section features information from Mrs. G., who worked in the Foreign Materials Division at WP-base in the 1940s and 1950s. In 1955, she compiled a list of nearly 1000 UFO-related materials that had come into her possession during her service, including details about the interior of a recovered UFO. She witnessed the transport of two dead humanoids preserved in chemicals, described as 130-165 cm tall, with large heads and slanted eyes. She stated that "Uncle Sam can't do anything to me when I'm lying in the grave," and passed away six months later. The author believes her testimony is vital and credible.

Utdrag XIII: Description of a Photo of an Alleged Humanoid

James Mitchell, a former Navy specialist, worked at an Air Force station in Dallas, Texas, and later at WP-base with top-secret clearance. In 1977, Mitchell's son contacted the author to share an episode involving his father and security personnel at the base. The incident was related to a photograph of a small humanoid killed after a clash with US military forces in Arizona. The photograph, taken in 1966, was brought home by James Mitchell from WP-base. His other son, Mike, described the photo as an 8x10 black-and-white image showing two men holding up a dead body, approximately 120 cm tall. The body was described as having a pear-shaped head, too large for its body, with slanted eyes and mouth, and was clad in a matte, wrinkled metallic suit. James Mitchell reportedly became agitated after seeing the photo and stated he had to return it.

Commentary on Utdrag XIII

The author has been unable to determine the exact date of the photograph or the story of the desert clash. While the photo might be genuine, the accompanying story might not be. The author suggests that the photograph caused unrest at WP-base and may have led to a reprimand for James Mitchell's father.

Close Encounter with an Unknown Aircraft

This section, written by Susan Anderton, describes a close encounter with a UFO experienced by a young couple, David and Lesley Tobell, near Morecambe, United Kingdom. They reported seeing two red, blinking lights over the bay that turned out to be a large, dome-shaped object with a silver underside and a rotating ring of silver light. The object pulsed and emitted fire and smoke, and then shot out a flame before disappearing rapidly. The police in Morecambe stated they had no reports of UFO sightings at that time. Separately, a 13-year-old girl from Lancaster also reported seeing unexplained objects in the sky.

Crew of Unknown Aircraft Shot at with Machine Guns in Argentina

This report, from "El Comercio" (Lima) and dated July 26, 1968, describes an incident in Argentina where local police fired machine guns at a crew of three in an unidentified flying object. The UFO landed near an airport in Olavarria, Argentina. The police, armed with machine guns, approached the object and observed three strange beings, over two meters tall, dressed in silver uniforms. The beings moved slowly and appeared unsteady. When the police chief fired a machine gun burst, missing the target, the beings raised their hands, and a small, luminous ball appeared. The witnesses were overcome by a feeling of indifference, rendering them unable to use their weapons. The beings returned to their craft, which then departed rapidly. The incident was reported by the police.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO crashes, the recovery of alien bodies (humanoids), and alleged military cover-ups. The magazine presents various witness testimonies, often from individuals with military or security backgrounds, suggesting a pattern of secrecy and a concerted effort to conceal information about these events. The editorial stance appears to be one of presenting these accounts as credible, with the author often vouching for the reliability of the witnesses and the significance of the information. The issue highlights the year 1953 as a particularly active period for such incidents. The inclusion of international reports from the UK and Argentina broadens the scope of UFO phenomena discussed.