Trans-UFO - No 1

Magazine Overview

Title: TRANS-UFO
Issue: NR.1
Date: April 1995
Type: Translated Articles, Reports

This inaugural issue of TRANS-UFO presents a collection of translated articles and reports focusing on UFO phenomena, primarily from Sweden, but also including reports from Russia and Denmark. The magazine aims to explore various aspects of the UFO question, from photographic analysis to personal contactee experiences.

Featured Articles and Reports

The UFO Photo from Storuman - Here is the Explanation

This article by Steve Sandstrom delves into the explanation of a mysterious UFO photo taken in Storuman, Sweden, in Autumn 1993. The photo, which showed two noticeable objects that were not visible when the picture was taken, had puzzled many. Field investigators from Ufo-Skelleftea undertook an expedition to unravel the mystery. After extensive investigation, including measurements of distances, angles, and background lighting, they concluded that the photo was not taken outdoors as initially believed. The explanation was surprisingly simple: the objects were reflections of a 'Visset-Johanna' coffee pot, a shiny, round object made of compressed polished aluminum, seen through a kitchen window. The light from the window reflected off the coffee pot and onto the camera lens, creating the illusion of two UFOs. The double glazing of the window also contributed to the appearance of two similar objects. The article emphasizes the importance of visiting incident locations to uncover the truth.

More Reports from Sweden

This section compiles several witness reports from Sweden:

• Grafsasen (February 19, 1992): A driver reported seeing a bright light descend to tree-top height and then approach him as a triangular object covering the roadway. The object had a white lamp at intervals and a dark underside. It later followed his car.
• Bodsjon (January 6, 1992): A woman driving home saw a bright, silent object at tree-top height. It dimmed its light, revealing a green light from what appeared to be a window. The object then ascended rapidly and disappeared without sound, leaving the witness feeling tired and weak.

Reports from Norway

• Framstadbakken, Raufoss (October 25, 1991): Two boys, Dag Monrad Eriksen (10) and Eirik Skrinde (9), observed an object with multi-colored lights over a grove. The object shone yellow/orange with white specks, stood still, then moved and disappeared. A piping sound, similar to a lorry's reversing warning, was heard. The next day, four marks were found on the ground, which were later examined by Ufo-Norge. Soil samples showed an abnormal lack of bacteria.

Reports from Russia

This brief section mentions that people in Moscow are convinced that secret motorways and a tunnel network exist beneath the city for Russian leaders, with speculation about a secret highway connecting Moscow.

"Silver Giant Cigar" Object (Denmark)

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Meeting With A Contactee (Denmark)

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Ma Oftedal - Priest With Cosmic Contact

This extensive interview by Andreas Ohlsson and Inga-Lill Wallin profiles Ma Oftedal, a former priest who has faced controversy within the Swedish church. Oftedal resigned from the church multiple times, citing issues with male dominance and sexual fear among bishops. She was also accused of violating professional silence but was later cleared. In 1994, she claimed to have been in outer space. Her home offers views over Stockholm, and she continues to work in a church in Nacka.

Oftedal discusses her views on the UFO phenomenon, describing UFOs as technical terms for unidentified flying objects or crafts. She believes that the spirit world communicates through its own methods and that scientific means alone cannot solve the question. She advocates for keeping an open mind to all explanations and has met people whose experiences have enriched their lives.

She describes being contacted by intelligences from Orion and explains that contact is achieved through deep concentration, meditation, and an 'opening'. She uses herself and others as instruments in a 'healing process' for contact, emphasizing that it is not done as a joke and requires preparation. Oftedal has encountered beings described as human-like, large, and tall, radiating warmth and affection, sometimes appearing orange with energy. She notes that the Bible describes similar beings (Christ and angels) and became a Christian at 20. She believes that the church feels threatened by these ideas, as it questions the story of creation.

Oftedal states that these experiences can come in periods and can be controlled, sometimes feeling more connected to Orion than Earth. She also mentions having two children to consider. She follows up on experiences related to her, often hearing an inner voice that can sometimes be traced back to childhood trauma. She finds concordance in experiences, noting that people have contacted Christ in a similar way. She has met large beings, not necessarily small with wings, and notes that contact can cause energy drain and weakness.

Her first experience was when she nearly drowned at three years old, seeing light beings. She also acknowledges the existence of dark forces. She became a priest later in life, and her searching continues. When she went public, the church's reaction was surprisingly muted, though she notes there is fear within the Swedish church regarding these topics.

Other Reports

Borlange, Sweden (September 23, 1997)

Christina Redhe, living on the third floor of an apartment block, was awakened by a car alarm. Later, at 4:30 am, she saw an object in the sky above the flats that was unlike anything she had seen before. She estimated its size to be twice that of the full moon. The object emitted blinking lights in different colors with no sound. It moved vertically and horizontally, sank, disappeared behind a roof, reappeared, and then sank again. The car alarm was audible throughout the observation. The following day, she learned that other tenants had also been awakened by the car alarm but had not looked west to confirm her sighting.

Rodberg, Norway (February 13, 1991)

A woman was awakened by her car alarm and, upon investigating, saw a light just above the treetops that shot out horizontally and disappeared, resembling a new year's rocket.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of TRANS-UFO include the analysis and debunking of UFO photographs, detailed witness accounts of aerial phenomena, and the exploration of personal experiences with alleged extraterrestrial contact. The magazine appears to adopt a stance of open-minded investigation, seeking to uncover the truth behind reported incidents, as exemplified by the Storuman photo explanation. There is a clear interest in reports from Scandinavia and Russia, with a particular focus on detailed case studies. The inclusion of Ma Oftedal's story highlights the intersection of spirituality, personal experience, and the UFO phenomenon. The editorial stance seems to be one of presenting evidence and witness testimony for readers to consider, rather than making definitive pronouncements, while also acknowledging the potential for misinterpretation and the need for rigorous investigation.

Title: MARIEBO'S BAFFLING LIGHT

Issue: 4.94

Date: April 1994

Publisher: Ufo Aktuellt

Country: Sweden

Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of Ufo Aktuellt delves into the persistent mystery of the 'Martebo Light' in North West Gotland, Sweden, a phenomenon reportedly seen since the 1800s. The magazine also compiles a series of UFO sightings and investigations from both Sweden and Russia, featuring detailed witness accounts, photographic evidence, and analysis by UFO researchers.

The Martebo Light Investigation

The lead article, "The light seen at the end of the road," by Irre Bredin, recounts an investigation into the Martebo legend. In April 1994, a group from Ufo-Sweden, including Inga-Lill Wallin, Mikael Sjøberg, Leif Lissjanis, Hardy Coleman, Linda Lindstrom, Kent Kilby, Alvar Johansson, and the author Irre Bredin, visited Gotland. They stayed in a rented flat in Tingstade and dedicated several nights to observing the area. Despite initial quiet, on the first night of watching, a stationery, oval light with indistinct contours was observed at a distance of under 500 meters. The light appeared to glide towards them, increasing in strength, and for 10 seconds, it became a large ball of light before returning to its original form. Hardy Coleman attempted to approach the light. The total observation time was 45 minutes. Subsequent observations included small flashes in the forest and a red sphere. On Thursday evening, the last watch, a bright, almost blinding light was seen at the bridge, visible only from a certain direction. The week concluded with a prank involving attempts to scare the observers.

The farmer Per-Erik Karlsson, who owns the road, assisted the group by placing a roadblock with a notice. The investigation involved dividing into three groups (A, B, and C) positioned at different locations around the area.

Young Man Scared by UFO Above Lake Insjon

Written by Clas Svahn, this section details an incident involving Sven Axelsson (whose name is withheld for anonymity) on the evening of May 23rd, 1993, at Lake Insjon in NACKA Commune, Sweden. Axelsson observed a cigar-shaped object for over 30 minutes, featuring blinking red, green, and blue lights. The object moved over the water, and Axelsson estimated its size to be between 5 and 10 meters long. He reported hearing a whirring noise and thought he saw water being sucked up into the object. The observation lasted until 10:45 pm when the object elevated and disappeared. Ufo Sweden became aware of the incident shortly after and planned a visit. Subsequent investigation by the author and others confirmed the witness's account, with the object being visible in relatively good light for over half an hour. The case was assessed by Ufo Sweden as a Ufo: 3, probable ufo: 1.

Same Day Observation

On the same day, May 23rd, at 02:05 am, an observation was made at Hallsviken, south of Vagnharad. A man and his wife saw an oblong object without visible wings, estimated to be 60-80 meters long with windows and bright searchlights, which sank down after a swaying motion. Ufo Sweden's field investigator, Barbro Magnusson, visited the couple and contacted the Defence Department. The report notes a possible explanation involving a Finnair aircraft landing at Nykoping/Oxelsund airport around the same time, though the observer, a military instructor, stated it was not an aircraft he had seen.

Other Witness Reports

The magazine includes several other witness accounts:

• Sven Erik Jonsson reported seeing five bright lights forming a hat-like object with a large brim hovering over treetops at a distance of about 75-100 meters. The light changed to sky blue before the object moved west and disappeared.
• Elsy Bjalkensater saw an object resembling a searchlight bathing her kitchen in light, which then transformed into a plate-like object with a green edge and a dome with a yellowy-pinkish light.
• Director Evald Gustaferson and his wife observed a large, round, black, flattened plate-shaped object flying very low between houses in Mariefred.

UFOs Over Russia: KGB's Secret Archives

This section presents reports compiled from an article by Clas Svahn and Stefan Roslund, detailing their visit to Moscow in October 1993, guided by Vladimir Zamoroka, who had a career in the Soviet Space and Flying Industry. Zamoroka is described as the coordinator for UFO research in Russia.

Three typical cases are highlighted:

1. IL-62 Flight Observation: During a flight on the Moscow-Magadan route, a lighted object was observed moving with changing speed and height, accompanied by bright ball-lightning. This was witnessed by civil and military flight control officers. An interesting side note mentions that aircraft were unable to take off from Petropavlovsk due to damaged turbine blades, possibly caused by water ingress during take-off from Moscow.
2. Gusen Armoury Sphere: On February 3rd, 1985, guards at a military armoury in Gusen saw a green sphere, estimated to be 10-20 centimeters in diameter, flying back and forth. The object split into two spheres, one large and one small, with the smaller one falling to the ground.
3. Kapustin Yar Spectacular Case: On July 29th, 1989, near the rocket base at Kapustin Jar, two military construction workers observed multiple UFOs. The duty officer, Valerij Volosjin, described a silent object flying towards them, accompanied by a powerful blinking signal. The object, shaped like a plate with a faint green glare, hovered over a financial building and missile storehouse at a height of 20 meters, and later moved towards the town of Aktiubinsk.

Other Russian Reports:

• Fireball and Cigar-Shaped Object: An observation on August 25th, 1984, described a dark body belching fire with a silver haze, accompanied by a hissing sound.
• Speck in the Sky: On August 17th, a strange speck was observed in the sky, changing colors from orange to blue and green, followed by other specks and a blue-colored glare.
• Kiev Cylinder: In October 1963, a metallic cylinder, pointed at the front and resembling a pen, was seen moving upwards in Kiev.
• Sjoltozero Encounter: In the summer of 1936, children at a camp in Karelen witnessed footsteps and saw humanoid creatures on a roof after the sky turned dark and red.

Marina Popovitj: Test Pilot and UFO Researcher

Marina Popovitj, a test pilot with 101 world records, is featured as a prominent figure in UFO research. She works at the Institute for Venture Technology and has a vast collection of witness testimonies. Popovitj is convinced that UFOs, apart from those explainable by natural phenomena, originate from extraterrestrial civilizations. She has formed an international association for contact persons and has written a book on UFOs. Photos from her collection, including amateur shots and UV-spectrum images, are presented, along with an illustration of a UFO over Saratov.

Unknown Spots and Circles

Two additional items are included: a description of a circle outside Riga, Latvia, under which Marina Popovitj suggests a UFO might be buried, and 'unknown spots' photographed by Nikolaj Nilov at a Moscow aerodrome, raising questions about whether they are UFOs or film faults.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the persistent nature of UFO sightings across different regions and time periods, the challenges of investigation, and the diversity of reported phenomena. The magazine presents a wide range of witness accounts, from local legends like the Martebo Light to more structured investigations and reports from former Soviet archives. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting evidence and testimony without definitive conclusions, allowing readers to draw their own inferences. The inclusion of reports from the KGB's secret archives suggests an effort to explore official or semi-official data related to UFOs. The emphasis on international cooperation, as highlighted by Marina Popovitj's work, also points to a broader perspective on the UFO phenomenon.

Title: UFO Kontact
Issue: Nr.4.94
Volume: Danish IGAP Journal
Date: October 10, 1993

This issue of UFO Kontact presents two distinct UFO/UAP sighting reports from Denmark and an extensive interview with a Swedish contactee.

"Silver Giant cigar" High In The Sky

This section details an observation made by Svend Enevig in Martofte, Denmark, on Sunday afternoon, October 10, 1993. Enevig described a highly unusual object resembling a "silver shining giant cigar" that he saw high in the sky around 14:00 hrs. Initially mistaking it for a sports plane, he quickly realized it had no wings and made no sound. He ruled out an airship due to its speed and altitude. Enevig estimated the object's height to be at least 4-8 km, and possibly as high as 10-20 km, based on its apparent movement across a cloud. He calculated its length to be at least 200 meters, noting that normal jets fly at 10 km and are only visible by their vapor trails. Enevig emphasized the object's immense size and speed, concluding it must have been a very large vessel. He appealed to others who might have witnessed the same phenomenon to come forward, adding, "I swear that what I have said is the truth."

Report Corner: Ufo at Rodding

This report, sourced from news clippings sent by Lilian Christianson in Hou, details an observation near Skodborgskov, Denmark, between approximately 22:30 and 01:00 hrs. Witness Torben recounts coming home from work and seeing his wife, Lotte, looking out the window at something strange flying up and down above the forest. Torben then also saw the object. They watched for about two hours, observing a UFO described as being about the size of Venus, round, with a ring around it, shining red, and also displaying white light for about 20 seconds before disappearing. Torben felt pleasantly warm and glad during the experience, describing it as liberating and fantastic. The objects moved in a south-westerly direction over the forest, flying backwards and forwards, up and down, at an estimated distance of 2 km. They were well-defined, without tails, and had a constant light. The house window was open, but no sound was heard. The last object observed was noted to be the same size as Venus.

Lotte added that before the observation, she felt a strange excitement and an urge to look out the window. She saw a mass of small flashing spheres, like stars, gliding above the forest. After about 20 minutes, she saw a large pulsating sphere (blue, green, red) gliding slowly up from the forest, disappearing, and then reappearing. Later, after Torben returned home at 23:15 hrs, they together saw the small "Star Spheres" until midnight. Torben continued watching until about 01:00 hrs. The large pulsating sphere seen at 23:10 hrs was described as the size of a tennis ball, constantly red but also pulsating blue and green.

The investigation was conducted by Karl Vedsted.

MY MEETING WITH A SWEDISH CONTACTEE

This article, written by Ib Lauland, details his meeting with Sten Lindgren, a Swedish contactee, and Hans Petersen in Denmark. The narrative begins with Lauland receiving a call from Lindgren, who was inquiring about Hans Petersen's address and mentioning intensive activity of triangular UFOs over Gothenburg, Sweden.

Lauland recounts how he was asked to investigate a case involving Inge Falk, who had reported many sightings of triangular UFOs over Gothenburg. However, this investigation was postponed due to Lauland's busy schedule.

Before Christmas, Lauland received a letter from Hans Petersen, which included a newspaper clipping about a lecture by Sten Lindgren and correspondence between Lindgren and a Danish TV producer. Lauland learned that Lindgren had been a contactee for about 30 years, reportedly in touch with the same group of "space people" as George Adamski, with his contacts beginning around 1960.

Lauland arranged to meet Hans Petersen in January to review video footage for an IGAP video. On New Year's Day, Petersen called to inform Lauland that Sten Lindgren would be visiting him on January 9th, and invited Lauland to come the following day, Sunday, January 10th. Lauland initially thought the meeting would focus on discussing Lindgren's credibility.

Upon arriving at Petersen's home, Lauland met Sten Lindgren, noting his positive aura. Lindgren, a vegetarian, had adopted this lifestyle after becoming aware of the 'Brothers'' ways, as he was chosen to spread cosmic information in Scandinavia. Lauland, Petersen, and another individual named Jytte enjoyed lunch with Lindgren.

Lindgren communicated easily, establishing an immediate connection with Lauland. He shared information from the previous day's discussions to ensure Lauland was up-to-date.

Lindgren, approximately 55 years old, worked part-time at IBM in Stockholm, allowing him time for his work with the "Brothers." He funded his own travel from Stockholm to Karup, near Petersen's home, emphasizing that he made no financial profit from his service.

Lindgren then recounted his initial experience that led to his contact work. As a 13-year-old boy, while racing bikes with friends, he had an intuitive impulse to stop outside a closed grocery shop and reach into the downpipe, from which he retrieved a 50-Krone note. He later realized this event, which occurred in the early fifties, was a test. Much later, in the late fifties, he experienced a powerful beam of light hitting his head, which gave him a feeling of happiness and understanding of cosmic conditions. He considered this the "real choice."

Following this, Lindgren had frequent UFO observations, often of the Adamski type and motherships. His first personal contact was around 1960-1963, with a woman named Bea, who was about 35 years old. Bea conveyed an important message in 1963: that "great things would come to happen" in about 30 years, with changes lasting until 1998, specifically highlighting the period 1993-1998.

Lindgren contacted Hans Petersen because Petersen was to take an active part in these coming changes. Lindgren stated that everyone involved in UFO cases was known and guided by the "Brothers" for their future use. He told Lauland, "You and Hans are going to take an active part in the process."

Regarding his contact with Bea, Lindgren explained that he is often contacted by telephone and letters, and can also initiate contact. He has a number and address for Bea. He mentioned talking with her on the phone while she was onboard her spaceship above Earth, establishing radio contact. The contact places were often restaurants, and the contacts were always physical.

In 1969, Lindgren and other contactees participated in a TV program about UFOs. Bea informed him that during the broadcast, 20 TV stations in Sweden would be watched by spaceships hovering at low altitude. At 20:00 hrs, as the broadcast aired, many people in Sweden watched UFOs hovering above TV stations. The following day, newspapers featured headlines about this event, but surprisingly, neither Lauland nor Petersen recalled hearing about it, nor was it ringing in the Danish newspapers.

On another occasion, Sweden was crossed by a fleet of motherships, with at least 30 in a line, reported in newspapers as "Armada Of Ufos Crossing Sweden." This event was also unknown to Lauland and Petersen. Lindgren's contacts were with the same group of space people as Adamski's.

Between 1981-1984, the same group visited Hessdalen, Norway, though Sten was unaware of the mission's purpose. The Scandinavian UFO community recognized this as a significant event. At Lindgren's request, a fleet of spaceships and 6,000 men moved to an area on the Swedish border called Dalarne for two weeks, which Sten felt was a "pat on the back." Hessdalen is located near the Norwegian-Swedish border, and daily reports showed over 200 sightings.

After disappearing from Dalarne, the UFOs and "Brothers" moved to Belgium in the winter of 1989/90 and the following winter. They operated in eastern Belgium, testing reactions in Brussels near the EEC and NATO headquarters. The spaceships, though triangular, were of the same construction as the famous Adamski types.

In the autumn of 1992, the fleet operated around Gothenburg, Sweden, testing reactions in Stockholm. The UFOs in this area were also triangular, similar to those in Belgium. In 1993, the fleet was expected to move to southern Sweden and Denmark, with Lindgren and Petersen involved in information work.

Lindgren's personal contacts with Bea stopped around 1980 after he completed his education for his task in Scandinavia. He considered George Adamski the Brotherhood's Ambassador on Earth, while he himself had a smaller area in Scandinavia. He mentioned that there were several contactees in Scandinavia, estimating 12, with only 2 in Denmark, whom he and Lauland did not know.

Lauland also asked Lindgren about Ante Jonsson, whom they had planned to present at an IGAP meeting. Lindgren knew of Jonsson but had not met him in person, only spoken by phone. He stated that Jonsson was fine, but his contacts were with other groups than the "Brothers." Lindgren found no fault with Jonsson and also knew Sune Hjorth slightly.

Lauland noted Sten's characteristic lack of negativity towards people, stating, "neither friends nor enemies'. 'That is not my task.'"

Lauland concluded that his meeting with Sten Lindgren on Sunday, January 10, 1993, was unforgettable, and he looked forward to future events with great expectations, hoping something great would happen in their country.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine appears to focus on UFO sightings, alleged alien contact, and the dissemination of information from extraterrestrial sources. The editorial stance seems to be one of open inquiry into these phenomena, providing platforms for witnesses and contactees to share their experiences and messages. There is an emphasis on the potential for significant global changes predicted by these contactees, particularly within the 1993-1998 timeframe. The publication also highlights the role of organizations like IGAP in investigating and sharing such information.