Rencontres Ufologiques - 2013 10 23 - No 012

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Title: Les Informations du jour des Rencontres Ufologiques
Issue Date: October 26, 2013
Publisher: Les Rencontres Ufologiques
Country: France

This issue of "Les Informations du jour des Rencontres Ufologiques" provides a comprehensive update on various UFO-related activities and investigations, featuring news from France, Peru, and historical case studies.

DES NOUVELLES DE LA 3AF SIGMA - LUC DINI NOMME RESPONSABLE DE CETTE COMMISSION

The 3AF SIGMA commission, focused on unidentified aerospace phenomena (UAP), is undergoing a significant shift towards a more scientific approach under the leadership of Luc Dini. This new phase, dubbed SIGMA 2, aims to conduct more in-depth studies based on concrete and verifiable elements. The previous report, initially promised for late 2012 and delivered in December 2012, was deemed insufficient for public dissemination due to a lack of rigorous scientific backing. The commission, originally created in October 2008, has faced challenges with specialists not always providing favorable outcomes. Luc Dini's report highlights the difficulties in approaching the UAP dossier from a technical and scientific angle, emphasizing the need to consult serious sources like GEIPAN in France and international organizations involving scientists and military personnel. The new commission intends to be impartial, considering both natural and extraterrestrial hypotheses for UAP. Luc Dini, an aeronautical and armament engineer with experience at the Ministry of Defense and Thomson CSF, now with Thales Air Systems, is also an auditor for IHEDN and 3AF.

PHÉNOMÈNE NON IDENTIFIE EN MARTINIQUE

A sighting occurred on October 19, 2013, in the sky of Martinique, where a man observed a phenomenon resembling a UFO crossing the frame at high speed while he was taking a photo of Fort-de-France bay. The source of this report is cited as http://www.bondamanjak.com.

LES FORCES AÉRIENNES PÉRUVIENNES CONFIRMENT LA CRÉATION D'UN BUREAU OVNI AU PÉROU

The Peruvian Air Force (PAF) has confirmed the relaunch of its research bureau for anomalous aerospace phenomena, initially created in December 2001. Colonel Julio José Vicetich stated that this initiative is necessary due to international and national situations, requiring active participation in studying, verifying, and recording UFO reports. He noted that in France, only 5% of reported cases are classified as unidentified, and Peru aims to establish a similar rigorous process.

Jean-Pierre D'Hondt, chasseur d'ovnis

This article from "La Voix du Nord" highlights the extensive work of Jean-Pierre D'Hondt, who has been investigating UFO phenomena in the Nord region of France for nearly 60 years. D'Hondt, a former photo-engraver, authored an investigator's guide in the 1970s and has been actively involved in ufological associations. He recalls the "flying saucer" wave of 1954, noting 58 observations in the region alone, and mentions subsequent waves in 1958 and 1974. He discusses the 1954 Chéreng incident involving alleged webbed footprints, which, despite being attributed to astronomical phenomena by the GERU (Groupement d'études et de recherches ufologiques), remains unexplained. D'Hondt also references historical accounts of flying objects dating back to 920 AD. He is a member of the CARL astronomy club and emphasizes the importance of astronomical knowledge in distinguishing real phenomena from misidentifications like Venus or Mars.

Ovnis, en la mira de la Fuerza Aérea de Perú

Andrea Pérez Simondini of Cefora Argentina reports that the Peruvian Air Force (FAP) has relaunched its department for investigating anomalous aerospace phenomena (UAP). This department, originally established in December 2001 as Oifaa, was inactive for several years. The relaunch is supported by the National Commission for Research and Aerospace Development (Conida) and the FAP. The decision to reopen the office is attributed to three theories: keeping pace with other South American countries, investigating a specific sighting in La Molina, or responding to a ministerial cabinet's sighting of a large craft. The relaunch ceremony was scheduled for October 18, 2013. The FAP's Colonel Julio José Vucetich Abanto invited military officials, press, and the public to the event.

Météorite de Tcheliabinsk: un possible fragment retrouvé

An article from Futura-Sciences reports the recovery of a probable large fragment of the Chelyabinsk meteorite, which exploded in the Ural Mountains on February 15, 2013. The fragment, weighing approximately half a ton and measuring 1.5 meters long, was retrieved from Lake Tchebarkoul eight months after the event. The initial explosion released energy equivalent to 30 times that of the Hiroshima atomic bomb, causing widespread damage and injuries. The recovered fragment is considered one of the largest meteorite pieces ever found.

Un OVNI dans le ciel de Tarassac à Mons-la-Trivalle

This report from Midi Libre details sightings of an unusual aerial phenomenon in the night sky over Tarassac, France, since late September 2013. Witnesses describe a large, luminous "saucer" performing erratic movements. The phenomenon has been reported multiple times, and local authorities, including the gendarmerie, have been informed.

El próximo Café Ufológico RIO54

The RIO54 Ufological Café in Buenos Aires, Argentina, held a meeting in October 2013, attracting around thirty attendees. The RIO54 initiative, started in 2010, has expanded to include cafés in other Argentinian cities and even in Valparaíso, Chile, and Valencia, Spain, forming the Red Argentina de Cafés Ufológicos. The October meeting featured discussions on various UFO-related topics, including personal experiences and historical cases. Newcomers were welcomed, and a witness shared her account of a 1978 event involving a large fireball. The need to declassify official archives was also discussed. The next meeting was scheduled for November 7, 2013.

UNE PROPOSITION DE RUBEN MORALES POUR UNE ORGANISATION DU MUFON EN AMÉRIQUE DU SUD

This section outlines a proposal by Ruben Morales for the organization of MUFON in Latin America. It details definitions, duties, and rights of national directors, as well as the structure and content of the MUFON Latinoamérica website. The proposal emphasizes a collaborative and consensus-based approach to research and communication within the network, aiming for an academic and sober presentation of information.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the ongoing investigation and scientific study of unidentified aerial phenomena. There's a clear emphasis on moving ufology towards a more rigorous, evidence-based approach, as seen with the 3AF SIGMA commission and the Peruvian Air Force's renewed efforts. Historical cases, like that of Jean-Pierre D'Hondt's decades-long work, are presented to underscore the persistent nature of these phenomena. The publication also highlights international collaboration through MUFON and the RIO54 Café Ufológico, fostering a community for sharing information and experiences. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging serious research while acknowledging the unexplained aspects of many sightings.