UFO Information - No 08

Magazine Overview

Title: HEILBRONNER UFO INFORMATION
Issue: NR. 8
Volume: 84
Date: April 1984
Publisher: CENTRALEN ERFORSCHUNGSNETZ AUSSERGEWÖHNLICHER PHÄNOMENE - ORTSGRUPPE HEILBRONN (CENAP-OGH)
Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of Heilbronner UFO Information focuses on the organization's media activities, research efforts, and critical analysis of the UFO phenomenon. It highlights CENAP's engagement with radio and press, discusses the challenges of UFO research, and critiques sensationalism within the field.

CENAP im Radio

The lead article by Roland Gehardt details CENAP's successful media outreach in 1983. The Heilbronn branch alone was featured three times on Süddeutscher Rundfunk (SDR). The first appearance was on July 11, 1983, on the youth program "Snack Bar," where Jochen Ickinger discussed CENAP's investigation methods and general approach to the UFO topic. The second broadcast was on August 13, 1983, in the Saturday magazine "Wir im Land." This segment, pre-recorded, used examples to illustrate how observers can be easily deceived by seemingly terrestrial objects. Following these broadcasts, the radio station received numerous calls from listeners interested in learning more, and about 20 individuals contacted CENAP directly for information.

A third radio appearance occurred on December 10, 1983, in Stuttgart. This nearly 15-minute segment allowed CENAP to present their current research and demonstrate their investigation methods, referencing a previously published sighting of a meteor over Heilbronn. The discussion also aimed to clarify that CENAP is not associated with pseudo-religious UFO cults, with one reporter even asking if such individuals were 'crazy,' a question that was truthfully affirmed.

In 1984, CENAP researchers were already featured on the radio, including a broadcast on February 10 on SDR 1 discussing their computer program "CDSS." The article concludes with a hopeful note about increased interest from both the press and the public in German UFO research.

CH-NACHRICHTEN (CH-News)

5. CENAP- UFO MEETING in Heilbronn: The annual UFO researchers' meeting for Germany is scheduled to take place in Heilbronn at the end of September. Several prominent UFO researchers are expected to present, and details regarding the exact date and location will be announced in future issues.

Paper Preference: The magazine notes that the paper used for recent issues has varied in color and asks readers to provide feedback on their preferred paper type for future publications. A book will be raffled among those who respond.

Advertising Campaign: CENAP has been actively advertising in various newspapers to increase its subscriber base.

CH- Mitglieder Treffen (CH- Member Meeting): The next CENAP- Heilbronn member meeting is scheduled for the end of April in Heilbronn, open to all UFO enthusiasts. Contact Roland Gehardt or Jochen Ickinger for more information.

DEN FÄLSCHERN AUF DER SPUR (On the Trail of the Forgers)

By Wilhelm Friedrich

This article critically examines the phenomenon of UFO reports and photographs, suggesting that many are fabricated. Friedrich notes that while UFO sightings have been reported for decades, often accompanied by photos and drawings, a significant portion are likely hoaxes or deliberate fakes. He posits that the "market" for such reports is driven by financial, spiritual, religious, or other motives, aiming to enhance the reputation of certain individuals or promote specific messages.

Friedrich expresses his personal conviction, based on over 25 years of private UFO research, that while extraterrestrial intelligence may exist, there is currently no concrete evidence of their visits. He argues that UFO research should not be confused with science fiction, although the latter can be profitable.

He observes that almost no UFO photos or reports are identical, leading him to believe that if extraterrestrials do not exist as depicted by some UFOlogists, they cannot be photographed. Instead, individuals create their own UFO photos, thus "birthing" new UFOs. The article emphasizes the need for serious UFO research to educate the public about natural phenomena and distinguish them from fantasies and hoaxes.

Friedrich concludes by stating that while he does not deny the existence of potentially genuine UFO/UAP photos or the phenomenon itself, and does not rule out future visits, UFO research (not UFOlogy) is crucial for informing humanity about various aspects of the subject.

VORSCHAU (Preview)

Isaac Asimov will be featured in an upcoming UI series about UFOs.

Leserforum (Reader Forum)

Betr.: Hain kontra Langbein UI/7: This section presents a debate regarding the truthfulness of Walter Hain's statements, contrasting his claims about the completion of his book manuscript "Irrwege" at different times. The author questions Hain's interpretation of the biblical saying "Let your 'Yes' be 'Yes,' and your 'No,' 'No,'" suggesting he misunderstands its meaning.

Walter J. Langbein's Response: Langbein addresses Hain's accusations of deception, stating that Hain continues to accuse him of fraud. Langbein asserts that Hain's statements are contradictory and that his own position has been made clear through previous correspondence.

Editorial Note: The editors state they cannot dedicate the entire magazine to reader letters but acknowledge Langbein's perspective. They believe readers will agree with their stance.

Anzeige (Advertisement)

An advertisement for Walter Hain's book "IRRWEGE DER GESCHICHTE" (Wanderings of History), subtitled "Revision of the Gods-Astronauts and Atlantis," is featured. The book is described as an important work for interested individuals, containing 312 pages, numerous illustrations, and 26 photos.

Another advertisement invites interested individuals to join the Private Erforschungs-Gruppe der Astrologie/PEGA.

WIE KÖNNTEN UFO'S ZU UNS KOMMEN? (How Could UFOs Come to Us?) - PART 1

By Ing. Joachim Jahn

This article explores the question of how UFOs might reach Earth, acknowledging it as a complex riddle. It examines whether UFOs are mere figments of imagination or part of reality, referencing US projects like Project SIGN (1948) and Project Blaubuch (1952-1969), which investigated numerous UFO sightings. Project SIGN identified 13% of sightings as unidentified, while Project Blaubuch found 6% to be unclassified. The article also mentions the Condon Report, which concluded that further investigation would not benefit the public.

Jahn criticizes the Project Blaubuch for not adhering to strict scientific methods and notes that the Air Force sometimes provided misleading explanations for sightings, fostering a belief that certain phenomena were impossible.

HEILBRONNER UFO INFORMATION (Continued)

Astronaut Sightings: The article discusses reports of astronauts from Gemini and Apollo missions witnessing UFOs. It addresses the theory that weightlessness might cause hallucinations, but argues against it, citing experiences in space stations. The author suggests that many published accounts of astronaut UFO sightings originate from unreliable sources or are second-hand information.

Scientific Perspective: Drawing on Einstein's theory of relativity, the article questions the likelihood of multiple extraterrestrial visitations within a short period, suggesting such events might occur only every tens of thousands of years. It also acknowledges the limitations of human understanding regarding universal phenomena and the possibility of advanced extraterrestrial technologies.

Thought Experiments: The piece references John A. Wheeler's concept of the "super-space" as crucial for the universe's continuous creation. It proposes that embedding a UFO within such a super-space, where millions of years of events are compressed into a fraction of a second, is a valid thought experiment.

Future Articles: Part 2 of this series will cover the history of space travel.

Star-Leser schreiben für star-Leser (Star Readers Write for Star Readers)

Kleines Däniken-Lexikon für Anfänger (Little Däniken Lexicon for Beginners) by Olaf Brill: This section humorously reinterprets various cultural figures and elements as potential evidence of extraterrestrial influence:

• Armstrong: Mimicking alien gods with his trumpet.
• Bible: A diary of possible alien encounters.
• E.T.: The extraterrestrial (presented as proof).
• Statue of Liberty: An alien with a manual for operating a spaceship.
• Garden Gnome: Small aliens engaged in agriculture.
• Mona Lisa: Smiling due to an alien's joke, implying Leonardo da Vinci was an alien.
• Pyramids of Giza: Alien mobile bases or command centers.
• Knight's Armor: A spacesuit for aliens.
• Little Red Riding Hood: A wolf with a perfect disguise, suggesting advanced alien technology.
• Sandman: An alien with a sleep-inducing agent surpassing current scientific understanding.
• Santa Claus: An alien distributing gifts under time pressure, possibly a reporter on an "alien riddle flight."

DIE WELT (The World) Article: "Die Menschheit ist fest in galaktischer Hand" (Humanity is Firmly in Galactic Hands)

By Dieter Thierbach, Bonn

This article reports on a lecture by Dieter Thierbach, who claims that humanity is controlled by extraterrestrial, galactic powers. Thierbach, a former military officer and UN employee, presented evidence suggesting that UFOs have inspected NATO and Bundeswehr bases. He advocates for a UN initiative to establish a UFO agency. The article notes that the German Ministry of Defense has distanced itself from answering questions about UFOs, which Ufologists interpret as a cover-up. Thierbach claims that UFO squadrons are monitoring the Ruhr area, describing their characteristics (disc or cylinder shape, high speed, formations). He also asserts that US nuclear weapon arsenals and Kuwait's oil fields are under surveillance, making interception impossible.

The article mentions a plea to the German government not to engage militarily with UFOs, warning of a potential "space war." It also notes that the lecture was attended by six people and that planned film screenings were canceled due to a projector malfunction. The event concluded with the power being cut by the building's caretaker.

Anzeigen (Advertisements)

The issue contains several advertisements:

• GUTSCHEIN: For a free advertisement in "PANORAMA" magazine.
• WORLD MAGAZINE: A private contact magazine.
• EUROCAT-NACHRICHTEN: A publication.
• "BIO-QUELLE": A free private magazine.
• Request for Material: Gilbert Schmitz is seeking material (books, magazines, photos, etc.) about UFO sightings by astronauts.
• CENAP Information: CENAP offers information and free sample reports.
• Verleger-Austauschanzeige (Publisher Exchange Ad): An invitation for publishers to place ads in exchange for publishing this text.
• INSERIEREN SIE GRATIS (Advertise for Free): An offer for free classified ads in a wide range of hobby and private magazines.
• 748 ADRESSEN UND BESCHREIBUNGEN: An advertisement for a "KONTAKT-KATALOG" listing addresses and descriptions for networking.

UFO- ALARMZENTRALEN (UFO Alarm Centers)

Contact information is provided for various UFO alarm centers in Mannheim, Heilbronn, and Lüdenscheid, including names, addresses, and phone numbers.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes a critical and research-oriented approach to UFO phenomena, distinguishing it from sensationalism and pseudoscience. There is a strong emphasis on debunking hoaxes and providing factual information. The editorial stance is one of skepticism towards unsubstantiated claims, particularly those found in popular UFO literature and media, while remaining open to the possibility of genuine extraterrestrial intelligence and the need for rigorous scientific investigation. The publication also serves as a platform for CENAP's activities and outreach efforts.