Rencontres Ufologiques - 2014 01 10 - No 024

Magazine Overview

This issue of "Les Informations du jour des Rencontres Ufologiques" (Issue 024, Volume 10, January 2014) from the Fédération Francophone d'Ufologie covers several significant UFO/UAP events and related phenomena. The publication focuses on eyewitness accounts, investigations, and discussions within the ufology community.

Observation by Georges Metz

On Wednesday, December 25, 2013, around 9:30 PM, Georges Metz and six other adults, including four children, witnessed an unusual aerial phenomenon near Amsterdam. The sky was clear and cold. While observing the stars, Metz noticed an unusually bright constellation that began to move. He called the others, and they observed a formation of six luminous, round, yellowish balls. The formation maintained its shape, moving fluidly and at a constant speed, estimated to be about 1000m altitude. A seventh luminous ball joined the group, and they proceeded north towards Amsterdam, disappearing from view behind trees and buildings. The observers noted the balls were intelligent, moved at variable speeds, and produced no sound. A former NATO general confirmed it was not an aircraft or helicopter, and there were no military signals or flashing lights. The phenomenon was interpreted as a UFO (Unidentified Flying Object).

OVNI Disrupts Air Traffic at Brême Airport

On Monday, January 6, 2014, an OVNI was observed by numerous witnesses, including airport personnel, at Brême Airport in Germany, starting around 6:30 PM. The police were involved and took the case seriously, issuing a call for witnesses. The OVNI significantly disrupted air traffic, leading to the cancellation or diversion of several flights. The object was described as very large and bright, appearing on radar at 2:05 PM according to an initial report, though some witnesses stated there was no radar echo, only visual observation. The object was visible for over three hours. The police described it as a very large object, the size of a helicopter, very luminous, with no reported noise. It was observed at an altitude of approximately 1000 feet (300 meters) and moved from Brême South towards the city center. Despite investigations and various hypotheses, including hot air balloons, drones, or radar errors, no definitive explanation was found. The police and witnesses were certain it was something unknown. The case remains under study by various administrations and ufology associations.

New Meeting Point in Bingerville, Côte d'Ivoire

A new meeting point for discussing UFOs and the unusual has opened in Bingerville, Côte d'Ivoire, thanks to Jean Claude Sadia, director of Mufon Côte d'Ivoire. Monsieur Assi Achi of Bingerville will manage this new location, which is the second in Côte d'Ivoire and Africa. The first meeting was scheduled for January 19, 2014, at the Groupe Scolaire Blanchon, involving a shared meal and discussions, with computers available to view images related to UFOs.

AREPS Meeting in Ixelles, Belgium

The Association pour la Recherches et l'Étude des Phénomènes Spatiaux (AREPS) announced a ufological meal and meeting on February 1, 2014, in Ixelles, Belgium. The event included discussions on recent UFO observations and the month's ufological news, with an open debate for enthusiasts.

Italian Researcher Studies 'Angel Hair'

The issue features an introduction to the work of Italian researcher Sébastiano Pernice, a professor studying 'angel hair' – strange filaments found after UFO observations. Pernice has documented over 920 cases worldwide, compiling more than 840 pages of information. The article presents suggested explanations for 'angel hair', including:

1. Spiders: Young spiders dispersing by air currents, forming webs that can resemble cocoons or filaments.
2. OVNI Association: In half of the cases, 'angel hair' is associated with OVNI sightings, suggesting a link to biology, chemistry, and physics.
3. Industrial Residues: Filaments escaping from factories.
4. Plant Fibers: Certain trees producing filaments under specific climatic conditions, possibly related to fungal vegetative apparatus.
5. Rayon Fibers: Coated with a gummy substance.
6. Stratjet Passage: A hypothesis suggesting fibers released by stratjets, though questioned due to the frequency of such aircraft.
7. Ball Lightning: Attracting organic debris via its magnetic field.
8. Atmospheric Polymerization: A product of nitrogen and oxygen in the atmosphere, possibly caused by OVNI propulsion systems.

The article also mentions a specific case in Rieti, Italy, where agents found white filaments suspended in the air, similar to a large spider web, which were sent for laboratory analysis. A press report from Frontierarieti.com is cited.

7th OVNI Café Valencia and Year Recap

The 7th OVNI Café in Valencia, Spain, was held successfully on January 2, 2014. The event, hosted at Bar Restaurante Jonamar, marked the first meeting of the year and was attended by numerous enthusiasts, researchers, and specialists. The organizers noted the significant growth and impact of this initiative in Valencia, with over thirty people having attended the café ufológico in 2013.

The café discussions cover various topics related to OVNI phenomena, including extraterrestrial DNA, consciousness, astronomy, philosophy, and photography. Special attention was given to Fernando Dominguez, founder of OVNISPAIN, who participated via Skype and has become a significant figure in the Spanish ufology community. The article highlights the importance of direct, natural contact through these meetings, contrasting it with electronic communication. The café also featured book presentations and the sale of books on UFOs and extraterrestrials. A project called "Servicio Público de Información Extraterrestre" is underway to create a common database for UFO-related bibliography and resources.

Photographic Analysis of a Celestial Object

This section discusses the analysis of a video recording of a celestial object observed at night. The object appeared as a luminous rhombus-like shape. While initially thought to be an OVNI, photographic experts concluded that the images were likely optical distortions caused by the camera's zoom lens, a phenomenon known as "aberration." The object was identified as the planet Venus, which can appear particularly bright under certain atmospheric conditions. The article also touches upon the debate surrounding the "Star of Bethlehem," suggesting it might have been a physical light or object rather than a celestial conjunction or comet.

OVNI Escorted a Fokker 27 Aircraft (March 14, 1968)

This detailed case report describes an incident on March 14, 1968, involving a Fokker 27 aircraft operated by Iberia Airlines, flying between Las Palmas (Canary Islands) and Villa Cisneros (now Dakhla) in Western Sahara. During its approach to Villa Cisneros, the aircraft was escorted by a luminous white disc-shaped object. The object was described as having well-defined contours and a very strong light, moving parallel to the aircraft at the same speed and angle of descent. Air traffic control confirmed no other traffic in the area. The object then ascended rapidly and disappeared. The pilots, Andrés Ciudad Aldehuela and Paco Andreu, described the object's maneuvers as erratic and fast, changing color from white to orange. The incident was investigated by air authorities, but the report remains classified. The pilots maintained that the object was intelligent and commanded, leading them to believe that humanity is not alone in the universe. The case is highlighted as important for air navigation safety, as the object defied air traffic control.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the study and discussion of UFO phenomena, encouraging eyewitness accounts and investigations. The editorial stance appears to be open to the possibility of extraterrestrial intelligence and advanced technology, as evidenced by the detailed reporting of unexplained sightings and the exploration of various hypotheses for phenomena like 'angel hair.' The publication also emphasizes the importance of community and shared knowledge through its café meetings and online resources. There is a clear effort to bridge the gap between anecdotal evidence and scientific inquiry, while acknowledging the limitations of current understanding.

This document is page 11 of the MUFON UPO JOURNAL, published by MUFON France. It focuses on ufology and related topics, acting as a platform for information sharing and community engagement within the French-speaking ufological community.

Content Highlights

The page begins by listing several publications, primarily travel and historical guides related to Morocco, authored by Jacques Gandini and Hoceine Ahalfi. These include "L'Atlas Marocain, Nouvelles Routes Touristiques" (March 2011), "Pêche au Maroc atlantique : D'Essaouira au Cap Barbas" (October 2009), and "Pistes du Maroc : Tome 7, Pistes et nouvelles routes touristiques de l'Anti-Atlas" (February 2013). It also mentions a book by Alfonso Ferrer titled "El Reloj del Fin del Mundo".

Following the book listings, the page provides several internet links for further information, including articles on UFO encounters in the Spanish Sahara, general UFO information, and aerial encounters in the Canary Islands. These links point to blogs such as inexplicata.blogspot.fr, planetabenitez.com, sahara-panorama.blogspot.fr, and alfonferrer.blogspot.fr.

Rencontres Ufologiques Initiative

A significant portion of the page is dedicated to promoting "Les Rencontres Ufologiques" (Ufological Encounters), described as a unifying website created to disseminate ideas, information, meeting details, and articles related to ufology. The stated goal is to share information and support serious, sensible research into the UFO phenomenon. The initiative explicitly seeks the participation and contributions of the community to succeed.

Readers are encouraged to communicate directly with the editorial team to share news, articles, reflections, and any other content they wish to publish online. The initiative also offers a free newsletter subscription via email to '[email protected]', with instructions on how to unsubscribe.

Visual elements on the page include logos for MUFON France, MUFON, and "Rencontres Ufologiques," along with graphics and text that invite reader participation, such as "Je me documente," "J'étudie," "Je suis capable d'y contribuer," and a prominent "Oui, je contacte le Mufon France!" button linked to the email address.

The website address http://www.mufon-france.fr is prominently displayed, along with a link to www.mufon.com.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this page is the promotion of ufology as a field of serious research and the establishment of a collaborative platform for enthusiasts and researchers. The editorial stance is one of open invitation and encouragement for community involvement, emphasizing the importance of sharing information and supporting credible investigations into UFO phenomena. The page clearly positions MUFON France and the Rencontres Ufologiques initiative as central hubs for this activity within the French-speaking world.