UFO Information - No 09

Magazine Overview

Title: HEILBRONNER UFO INFORMATION
Issue: 9
Date: May 1984
Publisher: CENTRALEN ERFORSCHUNGSNETZ AUSSERGEWÖHNLICHER PHÄNOMENE - ORTSGRUPPE HEILBRONN (CENAP-OGH)
Country: Germany
Language: German

This issue of the German UFO magazine "HEILBRONNER UFO INFORMATION" (UI) features a prominent cover story titled "CE 3 IN DEUTSCHLAND?" by Jochen Ickinger, focusing on the alleged contact experiences of Andreas Schneider.

CE 3 IN DEUTSCHLAND? by Jochen Ickinger

The main article details the claims of Andreas Schneider, a 15-year-old from Neu Isenburg. According to Ickinger, the "Ummos," who were reportedly sighted and photographed near Madrid in 1966/67, have now chosen Andreas to convey a message to Germans. The core of this message is a prophecy: those who believe in the Ummos will be saved from an impending natural catastrophe. The article then recounts an incident from November 1982, when Andreas, living in Tenerife, claims to have seen a UFO that emitted red, blue, and green lights. He experienced a moment of faintness, after which he found himself in a different world, describing it as a 'heavy iron door' leading to another realm.

Andreas describes encountering small, olive-skinned beings approximately 1.50 meters tall, without hair, clothing, or discernible sexual characteristics. These beings, from the star "Humo," allegedly communicated telepathically, warning of a massive natural catastrophe before the year 2000, including floods, hurricanes, and earthquakes. They claimed that the Ummos could save humanity if people believed in them. Andreas states that these beings visit Earth frequently, often landing in the Bermuda Triangle where they have a base. He also mentions that the beings originate from humanity and had contact in the Stone Age, which was later broken off. They are re-establishing contact now to save humanity from destruction, emphasizing that there is no war on their planet.

Andreas claims to have contact with them several times a week, experiencing a sensation of being 'lifted' purely mentally. He possesses a tape recording of 'voices' from the Ummos, which he refuses to hand over, stressing the importance of believing without physical proof.

INVESTIGATION

The article notes that this story first appeared in a two-part article in the German magazine "BR-AVO" (issue 11/84) and was subsequently shortened and published in "BILD-Frankfurt" on March 14, 1984. A key element highlighted is a "sign" that Andreas claims to have seen on the UFO over Tenerife and now wears on his palm and chest. This symbol is identified as the stylized 'H' of 'Humo,' representing the extraterrestrials. The symbol is depicted as 'HH' or a similar form.

Jochen Ickinger contacted the "Bravo" editorial office and spoke with the responsible editors. He learned that Andreas had not previously been involved with the UFO topic, knew no groups, and had little literature on the subject. A personal meeting was arranged in Neu-Isenburg-Gravenbruch. During the meeting, Andreas's stepfather revealed that Andreas had been interested in UFOs since the age of 8, believed in extraterrestrial life, and possessed literature on the topic. This contradicts Andreas's earlier statement about his lack of prior knowledge.

During the conversation, Andreas asked the interviewers if they believed in God, stating that someone had advised him to ask this question to those who would discuss his experiences. This advice reportedly came from Herr Vogel of the Frankfurt UFO sect, a follower of DUIST. Andreas reiterated his story, which aligned with the newspaper reports. He described astral projection to the alien spacecraft, which are located in the atmosphere and leave no landing traces. The journey to Humo is quick and silent. He also mentioned that the Ummos want to convince humanity of the existence and good intentions of extraterrestrials, especially their role in preventing a natural catastrophe. He added that war could also be a possibility.

Andreas also suggested that UFO groups should unite, and that government secrecy regarding UFOs should cease. He mentioned his awareness of German UFO groups and a "bi-monthly magazine" (UN), and several individuals who claimed to have had contact, information he apparently received from Herr Vogel.

RESULTS

The author concludes that the story is a "beautiful tale with all the trimmings" but lacks concrete evidence, such as photos, traces, or artifacts. The only purported evidence is the audio tape, which Andreas refuses to share. The article notes that Andreas believes in the necessity of publicizing UFO information through television, radio, and newspapers, and that government secrecy should end.

Reader Letters to BRAVO Red.

Two readers, Carola and Kathrin from Neetze, wrote about their own alleged "Humo" experience. They claim to have summoned the Humos by lying in bed, after which their window opened, and a disembodied voice spoke. They also mention the curtain falling and a sense of fear.

Another reader, Dietmar St. from Werne, expresses skepticism, questioning how beings could survive on Pluto with temperatures of -230 degrees Celsius, where oxygen would not exist as a gas. He also points out that Pluto has no nearby star, with Alpha Centauri being the closest at 4.3 light-years away. Dietmar concludes that Andreas's story is fabricated.

SCHÜLER HATTE KONTAKT MIT DER DRITTEN ART (Student Had Contact of the Third Kind)

This section, attributed to Peter Krebs, reiterates the story of Andreas Schneider (15) from Neu-Isenburg. It mentions his prediction of volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and continental rifts before the end of the century, and the promise of salvation by the inhabitants of the planet Humo. His mother, Roseli, defends her son, stating he would not lie and that something must be true.

Andreas reportedly had a "third kind" encounter in November 1981, where he was taken aboard a 5x3 meter round UFO that flew over Africa. He describes his captors as having dark, olive skin, being about 1.50 meters tall, with no hair, clothing, or sexual characteristics. He claims one of them explained that humanity is destroying itself but will be saved. The article also mentions a UFO sighting over Africa by Andreas.

Fazit (Conclusion)

The author concludes that this is a "phantasy-filled story of a pubescent boy with an exaggerated need for attention, probably caused by inferiority complexes." The author suggests that psychological reasons might be behind the narrative, especially since Andreas seems partly convinced of his own story. A curious note is added about a photo in their archive showing two men, one with his back turned, displaying the "Humo-Zeichen." These men are identified as prisoners from a Soviet camp during World War II, not contactees or extraterrestrials. The article ends by stating that the "whole spectacle will probably end on New Year's Eve 2000 at 24:00."

EIN WORT AUS MANNHEIM (A Word from Mannheim) by W. Walter

Walter, co-founder of the Central Research Network for Extraordinary Phenomena (CENAP) in March 1976, discusses the evolution of UFO research. He notes that while many initially believed in "flying saucers," the reality is more complex. CENAP investigates the broad spectrum of UFO phenomena, examining all reported sightings to determine if they are truly unexplained. He states that many reported UFOs are later identified as common objects like balloons, meteors, or aircraft. However, approximately 3% of all reported sightings remain unexplained, a figure consistent with US Air Force findings. Walter expresses optimism that future discoveries may resolve these remaining mysteries.

He mentions CENAP's involvement in over 250 reported UFO incidents in German-speaking regions.

CENAP's Foundational Works

CENAP has published three volumes under the title "Project UFO." Volume I covers official US UFO investigations from 1947-1953, including declassified documents. Volume II details extraordinary events worldwide, featuring interviews with CUFOS chief investigator Allen Hendry, the Apollo 11 sighting, analysis of Engelshaar, and reports on UFO chases and "Men in Black" incidents. Volume III, written by Herbert Strenz, is a doctoral thesis on UFO reporting in the press from 1947-1966, distributed in the US. Ickinger translated this for CENAP.

UFOs on Video

Klaus Webner plans to make his collected UFO documentary films available on video. His project, "UFOS IN ALLER MUNDE," includes footage of George Adamski, DUIST congresses from 1967 and 1975, and UFO film from Montebello in 1957. The DUIST congress footage will be presented with original sound. The video, approximately 20 minutes long, is priced at 69.90 DM.

NEUES AUS HALVER (News from Halver)

Axel Ertelt, a writer from Halver, Westphalia, is working on a manuscript titled "Extraterrestrial Technology in the Middle Ages - The Contacts of Albertus Magnus." He claims that Albertus Magnus, a renowned medieval scholar, received plans for advanced technology, including robots and speaking statues, from extraterrestrials. Ertelt believes that modern weapon systems, submarines, and aircraft also originated from extraterrestrial technology. He is seeking a publisher for his work, which he believes will reveal sensational facts.

LESERFORUM (Reader Forum)

Christian Pöchhacker from Austria praises the "HEILBRONNER UFO INFORMATION" magazine, finding it a valuable complement to the CENAP report, especially regarding pre-astronautics. He commends Herbert Hain as an expert in pre-astronautics and agrees with the magazine's thoughts on UFO topics.

Advertising and Contact Information

The magazine includes advertisements for various publications and services, including "PANORAMA" hobby magazine, "WORLD-MAGAZINE," "EUROCAT-NACHRICHTEN," and "BIO-QUELLE." It also lists contact addresses for UFO alarm centers in Mannheim, Heilbronn, and Lüdenscheid, as well as CENAP's contact information. An advertisement for a "KONTAKT-KATALOG" offers addresses and descriptions for networking with like-minded individuals.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around alleged extraterrestrial contact, particularly the Andreas Schneider case and the "Ummos." There is a strong emphasis on the need for public awareness and the dissemination of UFO information, challenging government secrecy. The magazine also explores the historical aspects of UFO phenomena, including pre-astronautics and alleged ancient technologies. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation into UFO reports, while also acknowledging skepticism and the need for verifiable evidence. The publication aims to be a platform for UFO researchers and enthusiasts, fostering discussion and information exchange within the German-speaking UFO community.