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Title: SUFOI News 1995/B Issue: No. 14 Volume: 1995 Publication Date: Published 1995 Publisher: Scandinavian UFO Information (SUFOI) Country of Publication: Denmark Original Language: English ISSN: 0904-2598 Price: Free of charge (for exchange partners)
Magazine Overview
Title: SUFOI News 1995/B
Issue: No. 14
Volume: 1995
Publication Date: Published 1995
Publisher: Scandinavian UFO Information (SUFOI)
Country of Publication: Denmark
Original Language: English
ISSN: 0904-2598
Price: Free of charge (for exchange partners)
This issue of SUFOI News presents a compilation of UFO reports and articles, primarily featuring excerpts from the Danish magazine UFO-Nyt. The cover displays the title "SUFOI News 1995/B" and "SUFOI Newsletter No. 14" above a sketch of a rural house. The issue aims to provide information on UFO phenomena as observed and reported in Denmark.
Editorial
UFOs Are not Something to Be Joked of
Written by Per Andersen, the editorial reflects on the historical perception of UFOs and ufologists by the scientific and official institutions. Andersen notes that a 1980 study in Denmark showed a significant portion of scientists were open to studying UFOs, contrary to the belief that the topic was taken too seriously. He highlights a current Danish research project at the University of Copenhagen by Mikael Rothstein, which, while focusing on the religious-historic and social aspects rather than physical proof, is supported by SUFOI. The editorial also mentions an official inquiry in the USA by the GAO regarding crashed UFOs, indicating a willingness from official sides to seriously consider the topic. Andersen acknowledges that some scientists and institutions remain strongly negative towards UFOs, but argues that the mistrust from ufologists is often exaggerated. He calls for a serious dialogue and cooperation between the UFO community and established institutions, emphasizing the need to listen to different perspectives. SUFOI's initiative for an interdisciplinary cooperation in Denmark concerning sighting alarms is presented as an example of this effort.
UFO Reports
This section details various UFO sightings and incidents reported in Denmark.
Frontcover Incident
On February 25th, 1992, an oblong object was sighted at Sjællands Odde. A drawing by Henrik Klinge Pedersen illustrates this event.
Danish Sightings
Space ship with four windows
Reported by Peter Nørgaard, this case involves a sighting from 1986, where a young couple saw a large, yellowish, luminous, cigar-shaped object with four port-holes hovering stationary. The object disappeared when car lights were shone on it. The sighting lasted only a few minutes, and no unusual influence on the car was noted.
Unusual formation flights over Vejle
SUFOI receives reports of older sightings. In 1984, near Vejle, Peter Søgaard observed three luminous, silent objects moving in a fine three-sided formation with high velocity. The objects exhibited baffling maneuvers, with one object leaving and rejoining the formation at a right angle. The witness, who was training to be a pilot, excluded the possibility of planes. The objects moved with a velocity that suggested they were controlled by intelligent beings.
Cylinder over Sjælland Odde
On February 25th, 1992, at 1:21 p.m., a witness named N. reported seeing a cylinder-shaped object, approximately 12 meters long, flying low over the landscape near Sjælland Odde. The object was described as metal-colored, with a thin front cylinder and a red-brown back cylinder, connected by a funnel-shaped section. It moved from west to east at a height of about 6-7 meters. The witness's dogs, normally reactive, remained silent.
Formation flying over Esbjerg
On July 2nd, 1993, a couple in Esbjerg observed five dark objects flying from south to north at high velocity with no sound. Three objects maintained formation while the other two exchanged positions. The witness estimated the objects' height at 1,600 meters and their size at 2 meters in diameter.
Fireball over field
In 1980, a married couple driving near Næstved saw three fireballs rise from a field and move horizontally with varying velocities and sharp directional changes.
Police officer in Rønne sees dancing fireball
On March 24th, 1993, a police officer in Rønne witnessed an orange fireball, about half a meter in diameter, flying erratically near a silo. The object displayed rapid changes in direction and disappeared and reappeared multiple times before vanishing.
Landing on the Lake of Peblinge in Copenhagen
On June 17th, 1993, an eight-year-old girl reported seeing an object land and disappear from the Lake of Peblinge in Copenhagen. The object was described as lentil-formed, with old metal-like surface, rust spots, green color, and blinking yellow and red lights. The commentary section discusses the possibility of this being a hoax or a child's imagination, but also notes the abundance of details provided.
Show on Nocturnal Sky Frightens A Married Couple
In 1987, a married couple in Urhøj near Vejle observed shining objects on their sky for 7-10 nights. On August 3rd, they witnessed a "whole UFO-show" with three objects flying over a neighbor's roof. The objects were metallic with a garland of lights and windows. Attempts to photograph them resulted in blank negatives. The couple felt mentally influenced by the sighting.
UFO Reports (Continued)
Red glowing ball
Reported by Erling Hegelund and Kim Møller Hansen, this incident from March 1982 near Odense involved a witness seeing a red ball-shaped object moving quietly. The object was observed at a distance of 200-300 meters and at an angle of 25-30 degrees over the horizon. It reappeared later, moving from left to right.
UFO with lighted windows
Two colleagues in Aarslev on Funen saw a light on the night sky on May 29th, 1994. The object had rectangular windows and flashing lights, described as a glowing orange-red line. It moved slowly towards the west and was observed for several minutes.
"PH-LAMP" ABOVE RIBE
In 1988, a primary school teacher and pupils in Ribe witnessed an object resembling a "flying PH-lamp" rise from a nedge. The object was blue-violet with red lights and windows, and it ascended at a slanting angle before disappearing. The witness noted it was not a missile and could not be explained naturally.
Display of fireworks at wrong time
On October 19th, 1993, a family driving near Silkeborg saw about 100 gleaming white and blue lights in the sky, moving regularly. The lights were not identifiable as planes or military exercises.
Yellow light during night
Two similar sightings in Odense on January 28th, 1994, and May 8th, 1994, involved strong yellow and blue-black lights respectively. The first was a blinding yellow light that moved like the moon, while the second was a blue-black object flying at high velocity. Both were observed without sound.
Blue-black object
Two similar sightings of a dark, blue-black object were reported. One was seen flying from south towards north-east near Odense, described as flat-round with reflecting blue light. The other was a blue-black object flying at about 70 km/hour near Saaderup, Funen, exhibiting unusual movements.
White light above Odense V
On May 3rd, 1994, a strong light was observed in the western part of Odense and surrounding areas. The event was recorded on video and analyzed by SUFOI's photo consultant, Hans Bødker. The conclusion was that the object was likely Venus.
Shining cross near Nykøbing Falster
A witness visiting parents-in-law near Nykøbing Falster on April 19th, 1994, saw a formation of 21 lights in a dense cross shape, rotating. The light was white and blurred. The formation moved towards the witness and then disappeared. The sighting lasted about 10 minutes.
Rotating cloud over Skærby Strand, Nykøbing S
On April 1st, 1994, a lady observed a thin white cloud with rotating circles on its lower edge, which also rotated. The object appeared and disappeared several times before vanishing completely. The sighting lasted about 10 minutes.
Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance
The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, unexplained aerial phenomena, and the investigation of these events within Denmark. The editorial stance, as articulated by Per Andersen, advocates for a more open and dialogical approach from both ufologists and the scientific community towards understanding UFO phenomena. SUFOI positions itself as a facilitator of this dialogue and supports research that explores various aspects of UFO reports, including social and historical contexts. The magazine emphasizes the importance of detailed reporting and careful analysis of sightings, while also acknowledging the challenges in obtaining definitive explanations for many cases.
Title: SUFOI Newsletter
Issue: No. 14
Date: 1994
Publisher: SUFOI
Country: Denmark
Language: English
This issue of the SUFOI Newsletter (No. 14) focuses on various unexplained phenomena and UFO sightings, primarily from Denmark, with a strong emphasis on reports from the 1990s, but also touching upon older cases. The publication aims to document and investigate these occurrences.
Four Oblong Objects
This report details a sighting on August 1st, 1991, in Assens, Funen, Denmark. A woman observed four identical, oblong, silent objects gliding in the sky in a slight arch. The objects were described as having no wings or tails and making no sound. They moved in a similar pattern, with a fourth object appearing later from a different direction. The sky was clear with no wind.
Little Red Ball
Occurring in early November 1987, a woman in Nykøbing Falster, Denmark, reported seeing a red shining ball about 15-25 cm in diameter flying at a low altitude for approximately 2-3 minutes. The object then turned into another side-path. The witness was frightened, and her family unfortunately dismissed her account. The report notes a wave of red ball sightings on Zealand during that autumn and winter, sometimes connected to a 'mysterious' boy.
Giant Cigar Above Holte
On October 28th, 1992, two friends in Holte, Denmark, observed a dark brown, cigar-shaped object approaching from the south. They estimated its size to be about 2 meters in diameter and 6 meters in height. The object moved vertically, and as it passed overhead, they saw a glowing, yellowish-red opening. It moved silently and disappeared behind a building, appearing more horizontal at that point. The sighting lasted three minutes.
Two Hexagon Shaped Lights
This incident took place on June 15th, 1992, near Viborg, Jutland, Denmark. A compere and a friend observed two white lights hanging above trees near a lake. The lights were described as hexagon-shaped and clearly defined, surrounded by a garland of duller lights. They were approximately 1600 meters away, made no sound, and moved in an upward arch-like movement towards the south.
Chased by A Light-Ball
This is a first-person account from a 16-year-old girl in late summer 1974, near Karup, Denmark. While riding her moped home in the dark, she saw a light-ball in the sky that appeared to be an aircraft but moved too slowly and at too low an altitude. The object changed direction and followed her. When she stopped, it stopped; when she sped up, it sped up. She drove up a hill and into her driveway, and the light-ball continued over the hill and disappeared. Her family did not believe her story. The light-ball was described as yellowish and self-luminous, and the experience lasted about 20 minutes. She could not provide a natural explanation.
Danish Reports from January to May 1994
SUFOI registered 126 reports between January and May 1994, with 81 from 1994 alone. Approximately 55 of these cases were explained. One notable unexplained case involved two people in Aarhus who saw diffuse, glowing columns in the sky on April 2nd, 1994, varying in color from whitish to reddish-orange. SUFOI's examination suggested they might have seen the lighted sky above glasshouses. The newsletter also mentions receiving photo-cases, including a video from Funen and photos from Græsted, North Sealand, taken in January 1994, showing a phenomenon observed twice in late 1993 and early 1994.
Strange Beings in Nivå
This report, received in December 1993, details a sighting by an elderly lady on September 28th, 1988, in Nivå, North Zealand, Denmark. While driving home in the rain at 11:30 p.m., she saw two small, olive-green beings, about 50-55 cm tall, in a gutter grating. They had egg-shaped heads and wore grooved overalls. She became frightened and drove away quickly. The witness described the beings as small humans with harmonious bodies, large heads, wide shoulders, slim hips, and pointed feet with single-fingered hands. The report notes critical points, including the proximity of the grating to Stationsvej, suggesting the witness should have seen them again if they had driven back. The bad sighting conditions and time elapsed raise uncertainties, and a possible explanation offered is that the beings were children in raincoats and trousers.
Project Double Moon
This extensive section details the phenomenon of 'double moons' – a 'fake' moon appearing next to the real moon. SUFOI has received several independent reports and launched 'Project Double Moon' to investigate. Several cases are presented:
- Lemvig, October 24th, 1993: A housewife saw a full moon with a shadow-like object to its left, which was not a reflection.
- Fredensborg, October 21st, 1993: A witness saw a half-moon with an identical, but dimmer, fake moon to its right, about a finger's breadth apart.
- Vanløse, September 1993: A witness saw a double moon on her way home, with the fake moon being more diffuse and hazy.
- Nivå, October 4th, 1993: A witness observed the fake moon to the left of the real moon, weaker and more hazy.
- Rødbyhavn, October 19th, 1993: A witness saw a yellowish blotch resembling a fried egg to the right of the moon, about a finger's breadth away.
Even though the sighting dates range from September to October, the similarities suggest it might be the same phenomenon. Other reports are mentioned, including one by Karin Frost where the fake moon was to the right of the real moon with greater overlap. A person in Tarm observed an oval, clearly defined fake moon to the right of the real moon. The article discusses potential natural explanations like ice crystal reflections, noting that halos around the moon are known but differ in distance and appearance from these double moon sightings. The project aims to collect more data and analyze weather information to understand the phenomenon.
Lights Over the North Sea
This report details a phenomenon observed on October 20th, 1993, from the production platform Tyra East and the Gormfelt platform in the North Sea. A weather observer saw a round, orange-luminous phenomenon, a few degrees west of the zenith, with diffuse edges, about half the size of a full moon. Two crane drivers on Gormfelt saw two similar phenomena. The phenomenon was also seen from two ships. It was observed for at least 60 minutes. Associate Professor Erik Høg initially suggested it might be a sun-lit chemical cloud from a space experiment, but ESOC and NASA denied any such experiments. The duration of the sighting (over 60 minutes) ruled out chemical clouds, which typically last 20-30 minutes. The phenomenon was observed again on November 25th, 1993, identical in form, color, and position, but with several luminous balls seen near the zenith. The conclusion reached is that it was likely an atmospheric reflection of light from the large flares on oil platforms.
The Myth of Spitsbergen Has Landed
This article investigates a widely reported story from the German newspaper Saarbrücker Zeitung on June 28th, 1952, about flying saucers landing in Spitsbergen. The story claimed six Norwegian jet planes discovered a large, metal disc (40-50 meters in diameter) with 46 nozzles. A Norwegian rocket specialist, Dr. Norsel, was quoted as saying it was a flying saucer. The article also mentioned Russian signs on measuring instruments and a potential Soviet origin. Ole Jonny Brænne's research, detailed in a special book, concludes that this occurrence never took place. The article traces the spread of the story through various German and Scandinavian newspapers and books, including Donald E. Keyhoe's 1953 book. However, investigations by SUFOI and other researchers have failed to find any evidence or named individuals (Captain Olaf Larsen, Dr. Norsel, Colonel Gernod Darnhyl, etc.) associated with the alleged event. The newspaper 'Stuttgarter Tagesblatt' mentioned in later reports is found not to exist. A German newspaper cutting from July 26th, 1954, with an abbreviation 'HN', is the only confirmed source, but the newspaper's identity is unknown. This cutting mentions examination results by a Norwegian colonel, Gernod Darnhyl, who supposedly stated the vehicle was not of Soviet origin and not built by any nation. The story later reappeared with claims of a crash on Helgoland, with a different diameter and no Russian inscriptions, and the discovery of seven charred bodies of beings aged 25-30. The article concludes that the Spitsbergen crash story is pure fantasy and 'proved fraud,' despite its continued appearance in articles and books.
From the Files
This section contains several shorter reports and ongoing investigations:
- Hanky-panky with names: The article discusses the difficulty in verifying the names of individuals associated with the Spitsbergen crash story, with no records found for Captain Olaf Larsen, Dr. Norsel, Colonel Gernod Darnhyl, Lieutenant Brobs, Lieutenant Tyllesen, or Dr. Hans Larsen Løberg. Even searches for witnesses in Spitsbergen yielded no results.
- The paper mentioned does not exist and has never existed: This highlights the non-existence of the 'Stuttgarter Tagesblatt' mentioned in some accounts of the Spitsbergen story.
- The big haunting on the sky: This refers to the Spitsbergen story and mentions that the Norwegian Defence has no knowledge of such an event. It also notes that 'Der Flieger' was considered a reliable weekly before WWII.
- From Spitsbergen to Helgoland: This section reiterates the Spitsbergen story and the shift in location to Helgoland, mentioning Dr. Hans Larsen Løberg and the discovery of seven charred bodies of beings.
- Flying Saucers are no fable: This references a Brazilian newspaper and the Norwegian Dr. Hans Larsen Løberg, linking the story to Helgoland.
- Excellent research: This praises Ole Jonny Brænne's extensive research on the Spitsbergen case, noting that he has compiled 165 sources and published a booklet titled 'Spitsbergen saken 1952'.
- Proved fraud: This section reiterates the conclusion that the Spitsbergen story is a fabrication.
Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance
The SUFOI Newsletter consistently adopts a stance of investigating and documenting unexplained phenomena, particularly UFO sightings and related events. While presenting witness accounts, the publication also engages in critical analysis, seeking natural explanations where possible, as seen in the 'Lights Over the North Sea' and 'Strange Beings in Nivå' cases. However, it also dedicates significant space to debunking hoaxes and myths, such as the 'Spitsbergen crash,' labeling them as 'proved fraud.' The editorial approach involves detailed reporting, referencing multiple sources, and encouraging reader participation through contact information for further reports and inquiries. The recurring theme is the exploration of the unknown, balanced with a commitment to rigorous investigation and factual reporting.
Title: SUFOI Newsletter
Issue: No. 14
Date: 1994
Publisher: SUFOI
Country: Denmark
Language: Danish
Course for Field Investigators
The SUFOI Newsletter issue No. 14 reports on a successful two-day course for field investigators held in Copenhagen on April 16th-17th, 1994. The course aimed to train new investigators and was attended by six participants, who are now ready to take up report work. The article highlights that SUFOI's key issue is gathering and examining sighting reports, of which 80-95% are explainable as natural phenomena, with the remainder being classified as 'UFO reports'. The work requires significant resources, both time and money, but the real precondition is dedicated individuals who use their free time for this task. These field investigators are described as the 'backbone' of SUFOI's report work. The number of field investigators has grown from five to approximately 20 across Denmark in two years, attributed to two previous courses. The Copenhagen course taught techniques for interviewing witnesses and identifying natural phenomena that can cause UFO sightings. It also included practical exercises like measuring with a compass and height protractor. Five people participated, and four SUFOI teachers were present: Per Andersen, Torben Birkeholm, Peter Nørgaard, and Toke Haunstrup. A participant's final evaluation praised the course as "Well prepared. Not only work, but also time for humour and conversation!" SUFOI hopes to hold more courses if there are enough participants.
Disclosure: Danish TV Station TV2 Admits Manipulation
This article by Per Andersen criticizes TV2 for labeling the series "X-Files" as "based on true facts," which SUFOI deems a manipulation of the Danish public. TV2 has since admitted the series is fiction. SUFOI has received numerous letters and questions regarding the authenticity of the series, which TV2 initially promoted as "based on true facts." The article distinguishes between "reconstruction" or "documentary" and "based on true facts," explaining that while documentaries aim for accuracy, the latter term implies that reality has been expanded upon, without guaranteeing precision. The public, however, often interprets "based on true facts" as having substantial truth. TV2's admission came after Boye Petersen from IGAP contacted them. Kaare Schmidt, Director for programmes, stated that "X-Files" is not a documentary but fiction, which can adopt a free attitude to reality. SUFOI argues that TV2 uses this description to attract more viewers, exploiting the human desire for knowledge about sensational cases. The article concludes that TV2 is consciously and provably using manipulation to gain more viewers.
Editorial: An Unusual View of Life
This editorial discusses SUFOI's advertising efforts in the magazine "Lexicon" (formerly "Fact og fænomener"), which reaches approximately 100,000 people in Denmark. The goal is to connect with new UFO-interested individuals. SUFOI's purpose includes providing general information about UFOs, and advertising is central to this. Voluntary contributions to the Support Foundation are crucial for enabling these activities. The editorial emphasizes that while money is important, the real foundation is people dedicating their free time. The Support Foundation is a key way to finance SUFOI's activities. The editorial reflects on the advertising firm's suggestion that "Scandinavian UFO Information is for people who through a view of life or an experience are a little unusual." The author agrees that UFO enthusiasts are often "unusual" in that they are "a little special - something which is different from other people." This unusualness is seen as something to be proud of, encouraging courage against the masses and openness to the unusual.
Sightings: Stones Are Being Examined
This section by Ole Henningsen reports on SUFOI's ongoing examination of strange stones that could potentially be meteorites. SUFOI has received two new stones for examination, but neither turned out to be meteorites, nor were they found in connection with UFO sightings. The first stone, weighing 0.658 kg, was identified by local amateur geologists as a clay-ironstone construction with a brown-ironstone disintegration crust. The second stone, weighing 0.42 kg, found near Gedser Odde, was identified as iron-slag due to its porous structure with small balls. The article notes that only four meteorites have been found in Denmark to date. It also includes a brief mention of Swedish astronomer Bjørn Stenholm hunting for a meteorite after a bright fireball was observed. SUFOI has shared information with him and registered reports of meteors from Sealand and Jutland.
A meteorite looks like this
Professor Vagn F. Buchwald's book "Meteoritter - nøglen til Jordens fortid" is cited for characteristics of meteorites. An iron-meteorite is described as very heavy, magnetic, causing a compass reaction, and having an uneven rust-coloured surface with small grooves. A stone-iron-meteorite might have a paper-thin black crust with a light inside and spot-like rust where the crust is knocked off, possibly containing small balls. A stone-meteorite might have a thin, black surface crust but be not magnetic, with an inside of a different color. SUFOI requests readers to contact them if they find a stone believed to be a meteorite, offering to facilitate scientific evaluation and potential inclusion in the Geological Museum's collection.
Sightings: Shining Lights above Kolding
Reported by Asle Nielsen, this incident occurred on Tuesday, July 27th, 1993, when a young couple in Kolding reported seeing 39 shining objects over an hour. The objects, described as shining balls or globes, flew in formation, changed places, and some were accompanied by a low hissing sound. The sightings lasted 5-10 seconds each and disappeared over their house. The witnesses provided detailed accounts of directions and angles, and the case is currently being researched.
Close Encounter of the 2nd Kind: Car Stop near Viborg
This detailed account, reported by Peter Nørgaard, describes an incident from October 1976, which reached SUFOI in early 1994. A 47-year-old woman, referred to as 'K', anonymously recounts an experience where her car stopped inexplicably near Viborg while driving at night. She and her companions (her former husband and two friends from South Africa) observed four sharp, column-shaped lights in a moor about 15 meters from the road. The car's lights went out, and the engine died. There was no sound. After about fifteen minutes, the lights were drawn upwards and disappeared, and the car's lights and engine immediately returned to normal. K and her companions were frightened and did not dare to leave the car. They speculated it might be a UFO or spaceship. K later contacted the police and Karup Meteorological Station, but no explanation was found. The witness described the lights as equally wide at the bottom and top, like columns, and precisely placed. The area was mossy and swampy. The witness was reluctant to be identified but agreed to the story being published anonymously. The reporter visited the location and interviewed neighbors, but no one had seen anything similar or could offer an explanation. The conclusion is that the case, being 18 years old, is difficult to examine further, but based on the witness's credibility, the details provided, and the lack of natural explanations, the phenomenon remains unexplained.
Editorial: Beg Your Pardon - But We Have Our Own Opinion
This editorial addresses a subscriber's complaint about SUFOI criticizing another UFO organization. The author, Per Andersen, asserts SUFOI's right and duty to express its views, based on 35 years of work with UFO phenomena. While respecting differing opinions, SUFOI does not passively accept all information about UFOs. The editorial criticizes the idea of only presenting data and letting people decide, calling it an excuse for not examining information. SUFOI aims to research and express its views, believing its writings in UFO-Nyt are correct. The right to criticize other UFO researchers and magazines is defended, particularly when information contrary to the truth is presented, citing an example of a grant attribution error. The editorial emphasizes that UFO-News is SUFOI's primary platform for expressing its thoughts and beliefs in a serious manner. It contrasts SUFOI's approach with more sensational methods used by some US organizations, like demonstrations and parody. SUFOI wishes to promote a serious, fact-based dialogue and respects others' views while asserting its own right to express them.
Order Form
The newsletter includes an order form for back issues of "SUFOI News" from 1992 and 1995 (both A and B editions), with prices listed in US dollars. It also mentions a bulk price and provides SUFOI's postal address in Gentofte, Denmark, for payment by check.
Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance
This issue of SUFOI Newsletter consistently emphasizes the importance of rigorous investigation and fact-based analysis in the field of UFO research. The editorial stance is one of critical inquiry, not shying away from challenging perceived misinformation, particularly from media outlets like TV2. SUFOI positions itself as an expert organization dedicated to serious research and open dialogue, while also valuing the contributions of its members and supporters. The newsletter highlights the growth of SUFOI's investigator network and its commitment to documenting and analyzing sightings and related phenomena, such as meteorites. There is a clear distinction made between genuine unexplained phenomena and those that can be attributed to natural causes or, in the case of media reports, deliberate manipulation. The newsletter also touches upon the personal aspect of UFO interest, framing it as an "unusual view of life" that its readers and members share.
This document is a catalog or announcement from SUFOI (an organization likely related to UFO studies, given the context) detailing their new disk-service. It lists various software programs, data files, texts, and pictures available for purchase on disks. The content spans astronomy, space, UFO phenomena, and astrology.
Disk Offerings
Series A: Astronomy and Space
This series offers software for astronomical observation and education:
- A1 SKYGLOBE: Shareware program to view the sky, zoom in on celestial objects, with full documentation.
- A2 STARVIEW: Program to display a star map with adjustable location, time, and direction, showing stars and planets.
- A3 TRACKSAT: Shareware program for tracking satellites, with a disclaimer about orbit file accuracy but guidance on obtaining updated data.
- A4 SOLAR: Program to locate and display solar eclipses, requiring 300 KB of disk space.
- A5 STS26: Program showing the orbits of the Space Shuttle with graphical output.
Series B: Pictures and Animations
This series provides visual content, primarily in GIF format:
- B1 CompuShow: Shareware program to display various image formats, included are pictures of the 'Face on Mars', Venus, Jupiter, and Halley's Comet.
- B2: Offers a collection of GIF pictures including an astronaut with Earth, the Space Shuttle landing, a photo of Neptune, and images from the Shoemaker-Levy impacts on Jupiter.
- B3 TOUR: A guided tour of the Universe with explanatory text and photos.
- B4, B5, B6: New offerings of scanned famous Scandinavian UFO photos, with 3 photos per disk.
Series Y: UFO-NYT (all in Danish)
This series contains text files, primarily from the Danish publication UFO-Nyt:
- U1: Text file of James McDonald's presentation to the American Association for the Advancement of Science on December 27th, 1969.
- U2 LINDA: English articles about the controversial Linda Napolitano abduction case, approximately 60 pages, detailing her claims and witnesses.
- U3 CANADA: Report on the "1992 Canadian UFO Survey," including statistics on Canadian sightings from 1992 and earlier.
- Y1: All text from UFO-Nyt 1992 (issues 2, 3, and 4).
- Y2: All text from UFO-Nyt 1993 (issues 1-4).
- Y3: All text from UFO-Nyt 1994 (issues 1-4).
Series S: Astrology, Biorhythms Etc.
This series focuses on personal and predictive sciences:
- S1 BIO: Program to calculate biorhythms for any person, shareware and in Danish.
- S2 ASTRO: An extensive astrology software product providing data and horoscopes. It requires at least 2 MB of disk space and offers detailed, 15-page horoscopes per person, with on-line help.
How to Order
Disks are priced at USD 8 each, with an additional USD 10 per order for postage, handling, and currency exchange. Orders should be sent to SUFOI DISK-SERVICE, Per Andersen, Klingseyvej 28, DK-2720 Vanlose, Denmark, with payment by check or cash in US dollars.
For Sale - Books
The catalog also lists a wide range of books, mostly in Danish, covering topics such as:
- UFOs (e.g., "The Ghost Rockets," "UFO Cover-up," "UFO Facts," "Close Encounters")
- Specific UFO cases and investigations (e.g., "On the Trace of the UFOnauts," "Project UFODATA")
- UFO detectors and analysis
- UFOs in specific regions (e.g., "UFOs above Poland")
- Cryptozoology (e.g., "Cryptozoological bibliography," "Cryptozoological lexicon")
- Fantasy and reality in nature
- Strange animal stories
- Uri Geller's visit to Denmark
- Yearbooks of UFO literature (UFO-Vision 1988, 1989, 1990/91)
For Sale - UFO-NYT (complete volumes)
Complete yearly volumes of UFO-NYT from 1981 to 1995 are available for purchase, with prices ranging from USD 15.00 to USD 44.00 depending on the year.
For Sale - Other Materials
Additional items include:
- UFO Sticker (10x15 cm, 2 colours) for USD 1.00
- Postcards with UFO motives (5 pieces) for USD 5.00
- Jubilee envelopes with UFO postmarks (Types A-E) for USD 6.00 to USD 10.00.
Stop Press!!!
SUFOI has begun scanning Scandinavian UFO photos and offers them on disks in GIF format. Each disk contains 3 Scandinavian photos, with at least 3 different disks available. These can be ordered using order numbers B4, B5, and/or B6.
Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance
The recurring themes are clearly UFO phenomena, astronomy, and related fringe topics like astrology and cryptozoology. The editorial stance appears to be one of information dissemination and cataloging of materials related to these subjects, offering a service to enthusiasts by providing access to software, literature, and visual documentation. The emphasis on English software and Danish texts (for UFO-NYT) suggests a bilingual audience or a focus on making international UFO research accessible.