UFO Allehenda - 1987 No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO Allehanda
Issue: Nr 2, 1987
Publisher: Enköpings UFO-förening
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish

This issue of UFO Allehanda, the member magazine for Enköpings UFO-förening, presents a collection of UFO sighting reports from across Sweden, alongside information about the association's activities and broader UFO-related news.

Enköpings UFO-förening Activities

The magazine opens with information about the Enköpings UFO-förening, which holds its meetings every Wednesday evening at its local premises in Ulunda. Contact details are provided for the association, including its postal address, local telephone number (0171/385 18), and a 24-hour number (0171/30549). Their postgiro account is 67 81 27-2.

New members are welcomed: Leo von Schrowe from Enköping and Jimmy Eriksson from Uppsala.

Information from UFO-Sverige

There's an appeal for members of local UFO associations to subscribe to the publication 'UFO-Aktuellt'. The magazine highlights that this would help UFO-Sverige improve its financial situation. Members are encouraged to contact their local association to subscribe and are informed about potential discounts available through their membership. Ivar Karlsson, the treasurer, can be contacted at 0171/357 65 for more information.

Important Announcements

A message regarding 'DUNDERHONUNG' (likely a product or service) being available at the local premises at current prices is mentioned, despite a poor summer. Members are also reminded about the association's well-stocked library, with books available for borrowing, particularly on Wednesday evenings. Lars Brundin is the librarian to contact.

Personal Reflections and Past Events

The issue includes a personal reflection on the past summer, noting that while it may not have felt ideal, the hope is for better skiing conditions in the coming winter. The author suggests that the autumn season often revitalizes the Enköpings UFO-förening. The lack of social gatherings at the local club is attributed to cancelled boat trips.

• Past events include:
• May 13th: An end-of-season party at 'Leversta', featuring a presentation by Anders Palm. This was noted as one of the few fine days that spring.
• June 13th-14th: The national assembly (Riksstämma) held in Kramfors, hosted by Ådalens UFO-förening. Four members from Enköping attended, finding the event to be well-organized. Henry Svensson from Mariestad is mentioned as a dynamic speaker. Christer Nordin is highlighted as a skilled speaker within UFO-Sverige.

Enköpings UFO-förening is set to host the national assembly in 1988, and members are urged to participate.

An exhibition held during the winter has been available for viewing at the library during the summer. Despite modest interest, it led to new members.

Upcoming Events

• September 12th: A 'knytis' (bring-your-own-food gathering) is scheduled, the first in a long time, with an invitation for maximum participation.
• September 20th (Sunday): A general meeting will be held. Dan Pettersson from UPPSALA is expected to present images from his travels, possibly including 'Cuba to Haiti'. This is still being confirmed.
• September 26th-27th: A field research course will take place in Björsjö, Dalarna, organized by Västerbergslagens UFO-för. Those interested should register before August 28th. Contact details for registration are not explicitly provided in this section.
• Autumn: A study circle on GEOLOGY is planned. Interested individuals are asked to share their thoughts at the September 20th meeting. A contact number for this is 30549.

UFO Reports - Detailed Accounts

The magazine features several detailed UFO sighting reports:

• Fitja Kullavägen, July 21st: A witness was severely shaken after observing an object with a roaring sound and a bright light. The object had six spotlights, two of which were stronger. It had hanging glass domes, resembling a small helicopter. The investigation is ongoing. The witness, Gerry, was described as 'choked' after the experience.

• Kangosfors, January 5th, 1986: Leif Gunnelbrand, driving near Kangosfors, observed a luminous, lying rectangular object with a strong white glow descending slowly. The object was observed for 5-7 minutes. He attempted to find someone with a camera but was unsuccessful. The object disappeared behind treetops.

• Hedemora, January 10th, 1986: Ingrid Wedberg reported seeing a strange object with a green glow outside her window. Described as a bus-like object with green lights and a black upper body, emitting flames, it was observed for 40 minutes. She noted a strange feeling afterwards.

• Borlänge and Stora Tuna, February 24th, 1986: Roland Bruhn observed two lights that appeared to be an aircraft, but they grew larger and closer. He then saw a metallic object with windows. Simultaneously, four people in a car reported seeing an oval object resembling a full moon, with the timing and direction matching Bruhn's observation.

• Brunflo, March 17th, 1986: Karl Axelsson observed an oval-shaped light with a constant glow. He later saw a beam of light directed towards his car, causing him to flee inside. The object then disappeared with incredible speed.

• Smedjebacken, March 26th, 1986: Christina Eriksson and four friends reported seeing a low-flying object with two large orange lights and surrounding yellow lights, described as triangular and moving in the opposite direction. Another anonymous witness in Smedjebacken also reported a similar low-flying object with many lights.

• Sjön Väsman, June 23rd, 1986: Kent Karlsson and his son observed a dark, cigar-shaped object with small delta wings flying low over the lake. The object emitted a distinct humming sound and was estimated to be 1-2 meters in size.

• Övre Soppero, July 29th, 1986: Arthur Engström reported a round, luminous object with a yellowish, misty glow hovering stationary above his house for several hours. He ruled out it being a helicopter or rocket from Esrange.

• Fur, August 14th, 1986: Rune Johansson observed a faint, red-glowing sphere hovering over the forest. It was estimated to be about 10 meters in diameter and made no sound.

• Voxna Furudal, November 1st, 1986: Tage Modin and his fiancée observed a bright light that later appeared as a large object with multiple windows, emitting a strong light. The object was observed for nearly 90 minutes.

UFO-Rapporter 1986 Summary

A review of 'UFO-RAPPORTER' for 1986 indicates that out of 275 reported unidentified flying phenomena, 14 could not be explained. The magazine presents some of these unexplained cases.

Program for Autumn Activities

• September 12th (Saturday): Knytis and auction at the Enköpings UFO-för at 7:00 PM. Attendees should bring their own food. Coffee and drinks will be available for purchase. The auction will feature 'hemslöjd' (handicrafts) prizes.
• September 20th (Sunday): General meeting at 4:00 PM. Dan Pettersson will present photos from his travels.
• Study Circle: A study circle on GEOLOGY is planned. Books recommended are 'Stenar i färg' and 'Levande geologi', and 'Sverige blir till. Nr 6 Svenska turistför.' Costs are limited to the price of the books.

Analysis of UFO Observations

A pie chart illustrates the breakdown of UFO observation explanations: Meteors/Satellites, Stars/Planets, Other Misinterpretations, Unexplained, Russian Rocket Launches, and Aircraft/Helicopters. The 'Unexplained' category appears to be a significant portion.

DE_OFORKLARADE_OBSERVATIONERNA (Unexplained Observations)

This section provides detailed narratives of the unexplained sightings previously mentioned:

• Kangosfors, January 5th, 1986: Detailed account of Leif Gunnelbrand's sighting of a luminous rectangle.
• Hedemora, January 10th, 1986: Detailed account of Ingrid Wedberg's sighting of a bus-like object with green lights and flames.
• Borlänge and Stora Tuna, February 24th, 1986: Detailed account of Roland Bruhn's observation of lights and a metallic object, corroborated by other witnesses.
• Brunflo, March 17th, 1986: Detailed account of Karl Axelsson's sighting of an oval light and a beam directed at his car.
• Smedjebacken, March 26th, 1986: Detailed account from Christina Eriksson and her friends about a low-flying object with distinctive lights.
• Sjön Väsman, June 23rd, 1986: Detailed account from Kent Karlsson about a cigar-shaped object observed while fishing.
• Övre Soppero, July 29th, 1986: Detailed account from Arthur Engström about a stationary, round luminous object.
• Fur, August 14th, 1986: Detailed account from Rune Johansson about a red-glowing sphere.
• Voxna Furudal, November 1st, 1986: Detailed account from Tage Modin about a bright light and a large object with windows.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently features detailed witness accounts of UFO sightings across Sweden, emphasizing the unexplained nature of many of these events. There is a clear focus on documenting these phenomena and encouraging public reporting. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFOs, while also acknowledging the need for financial stability for UFO organizations. The magazine serves as a platform for sharing information, promoting local UFO groups, and fostering a community of interest in the subject.

Title: Borås Tidning
Issue Date: May 28, 1987
Publisher: Borås
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish
Document Type: Newspaper article within a magazine issue.

Article: 275 UFO reported last year

This article, published in Borås Tidning on May 28, 1987, details 275 UFO (Unidentified Flying Object) reports received by the organization UFO-Sverige in the previous year (1986). The article highlights several specific sightings and includes insights from Ulf Ekstedt, who manages UFO-Sverige's report center in Eskilstuna.

Key Sightings and Cases:

• Sundsvall, November 10, 1986: A former Swedish Air Force officer and his wife reported an observation at 22:55. They saw two objects, one above the other, emitting a strong light that illuminated a nearby mountain and forest. The lower object descended below the treeline, while the upper one moved with incredible acceleration to the southwest before disappearing. The total observation time was 35 minutes. The officer estimated the objects to be 500-600 meters away, under lightly clouded conditions. He also recalled a similar sighting in Jämtland in the late 1960s.

• Linghed, November 12, 1986: Per Elin and Kalle Suther, working on a forest road near Linghed, observed two bright, solar-like lights in the sky at 07:45. The lights, estimated to be 4-5 meters in diameter and about 15-20 meters apart, hovered for 5 minutes before disappearing westward at high speed. The observers denied it could have been a forest tractor, citing the size and speed. They heard no sound, and no road was present at the location. The distance was estimated between 1,000 and 2,000 meters, and the color was faintly reddish.

• Aneby, November 15, 1986: Göran Hansson and his family saw a bright light on their TV screen at 19:06, which turned out to be an object in the sky. It appeared like a plane making a landing with a powerful spotlight and high speed. Suddenly, the object made a sharp 90-degree turn and extinguished its light. The Hanssons estimated the distance to be 300-500 meters, and the observation lasted between 5 and 15 seconds.

• Skönsbo-HDemora, January 10, 1986: Ingrid Wedberg reported seeing a green light outside her bedroom window. She then observed a bus-like object with green light and large, square windows. After 40 minutes, the object flew towards Söderbärke.

UFO-Sverige's Perspective:

Ulf Ekstedt emphasizes that UFO-Sverige does not have preconceived notions and does not believe in traditional UFO tropes like 'flying saucers' or 'little green men'. The organization's primary goal is to serve as a contact point for individuals who have witnessed unexplained phenomena, ensuring they are taken seriously. They aim to scientifically explain these events, often attributing them to natural phenomena.

Statistics and Explanations:

• About 90% of reported sightings occur during dark evenings and nights, often involving light phenomena.
• Ninety-five percent of the UFO reports analyzed by UFO-Sverige are identified as conventional objects such as airplanes, meteors, northern lights, weather balloons, signal flares, contrails, bird formations, or forest tractors.
• The remaining 5% are considered unexplained observations, like Ingrid Wedberg's green-glowing craft.
• UFO-Sverige members are described as ordinary people from various backgrounds, many of whom initially did not believe in UFOs.
• The organization is more skeptical about reports of 'mysterious beings'.
• Despite efforts to analyze sightings, the mystery of UFOs remains largely unsolved. Ekstedt notes that while people have always described unknown aerial phenomena, credible photographic evidence is lacking. The photos that do exist are often blurry or easily explained as mundane objects.

The Term 'Flying Saucer':

Ekstedt explains that UFO enthusiasts rarely use the term 'flying saucer' with anything but contempt. The term originated in 1947 when a pilot described seeing nine objects flying in formation at low altitude, likening them to saucers skimming the water's surface. This description quickly gained traction.

Product Advertisement:

Pages 4 features advertisements for "ET Lampan," a decorative lamp sold to benefit UFO-Sverige, and a "Smink spegel" (makeup mirror) from Hemslöjden Bergsgatan.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme is the reporting and investigation of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) in Sweden. The editorial stance, as represented by Ulf Ekstedt of UFO-Sverige, is one of scientific skepticism and a desire to explain phenomena through rational means, rather than embracing sensationalist or paranormal interpretations. The newspaper provides a platform for these reports while also offering a grounded perspective on the likely explanations for most sightings.