UFO Information - No 18

Magazine Overview

This issue of HEILBRONNER UFO INFORMATION (UI), number 18, dated April 1985, is published by the CENTRALEN ERFORSCHUNGSNETZ AUSSERGEWÖHNLICHER PHÄNOMENE - ORTSGRUPPE HEILBRONN (CENAP-OGH). The magazine covers a range of topics related to UFOs, astronomy, and space exploration, featuring articles, reader contributions, and news.

Table of Contents

• The table of contents on page 2 lists the following sections:
• Gruppenvorstellung (Group Presentation)
• Wir beobachten die Welt (We Observe the World)
• Leserforum (Reader Forum)
• UI- Buch Tip (UI Book Tip)
• Wie könnten UFOs zu uns kommen? (How Could UFOs Come to Us?)
• Pressemeldungen (Press Releases)
• UFO- Meeting 1985
• Einladung zum 6. CENAP (Invitation to the 6th CENAP)

What is a UFO?

An article on page 2 clarifies the term UFO (Unidentified Flying Object). It states that the term originates from American aviation terminology and refers to any airborne object that appears strange to the observer and cannot be identified during the observation. The article emphasizes that a UFO sighting does not necessarily imply extraterrestrial spacecraft, citing the example of an unrecognized weather balloon.

Editorial Note

An editorial note from Jochen Ickinger on page 2 announces a new brochure in the 'cenap-heilbronn-aktuell' series titled "UFO-IFO," which is an English translation. Originally planned for the end of the year, the brochure's completion has been delayed due to a computer system change. The editor will now use a computer for text processing, including this preface, and expects the brochure to be ready in the summer months.

Group Presentation: CNEGU

Pages 3 and 4 feature a detailed presentation of the CNEGU (Comité Nord-Est des Groupements UFOlogiques) by G. Schmitz. CNEGU is a regional UFO research group in northeastern France, covering departments like Haute-Marne, Meurthe-et-Moselle, Meuse, Haut-Rhin, and Vosges, as well as Luxembourg. The article describes CNEGU's organizational structure, which operates without formal statutes, relying on conventions for membership. Groups within CNEGU meet quarterly for working sessions to present research, exchange ideas, and share methods. Each member group also publishes a magazine. The article highlights the collaborative nature of UFO research within the CNEGU network and praises the quality of French UFO research.

We Observe the World

Page 4 includes a section titled "Wir beobachten die Welt" (We Observe the World), which discusses the discovery of an extrasolar planet. Astronomers in Santa Cruz, California, are observing a gas giant companion to the star T-Tauri, located 450 light-years away in the Milky Way. This object, named "TIRC" (T-Tauri-Infrared Companion), is estimated to be 5 to 20 times the size of Jupiter. Scientists hope this discovery will support their theories, with astronomer Douglas N. C. Lin commenting on the potential confirmation of such theories.

Reader Forum

Page 5 features a "Leserforum" (Reader Forum) with a response from Gilbert Schmitz to a reader letter by Wilfried Briegel regarding an article on "Psychologie und UFOs" (Psychology and UFOs). Schmitz defends his use of a quote, explaining that he was citing a German scientist and that he intentionally chose not to rephrase it. He emphasizes the importance of accurate documentation in UFO research, noting that information is often distorted, omitted, or added.

Book Review: "Science in Science Fiction"

Page 6 reviews the book "SCIENCE IN SCIENCE FICTION" by Peter Nicholls, published in 1983 by Umschau-Verlag Frankfurt. The book examines the content of science fiction in relation to current scientific knowledge and future possibilities. The review highlights that the author analyzes various SF theories from the perspective of popular science, considering potential future developments and critically evaluating them.

Book Tip: "UFO-Phänomene Über Deutschland"

Page 7 presents a book tip for "UFO-Phänomene Über Deutschland" by Peter Nicholls. The book, with 212 pages, features color photos, graphics, and diagrams. It covers topics such as hyperdrive, time travel, and antigravitation. The author, Peter Nicholls, also wrote "Science in Science Fiction." The article mentions that this book was used as a basis for a presentation at the UFO-TREFF 5 in Heilbronn.

How Could UFOs Come to Us? (Part 9)

Pages 7 and 8 contain a detailed article by Ing. Joachim Jahn titled "Wie könnten UFO's zu uns kommen?" (How Could UFOs Come to Us?), focusing on interstellar travel. The article discusses the vastness of the Milky Way (100,000 light-years in diameter) and the estimated number of planets with intelligent life. It explores the concept of the "Ökosphäre" (ecosphere) and how it might be defined for habitable planets. The author then delves into the physics of space travel, calculating the time and distance required for a journey to Alpha Centauri at 90% of the speed of light, considering acceleration, constant speed, and deceleration phases. The calculations suggest a total travel time of approximately 6 years for the journey to Alpha Centauri and back, covering a distance of 2.46 light-years during acceleration/deceleration and the remaining distance at near-light speed.

Police and UFOs

Page 9 reports on an inquiry from the "Gemeinschaft zur Erforschung unbekannter Phänomene e. V." (GEP) in Lüdenscheid to the Viersen police department. The GEP requested information about any UFO sightings reported by witnesses or police officers on October 31, 1984, or shortly thereafter. The article notes the delay in the police processing the unusual request and its eventual forwarding to the local newspaper for public inquiry.

Sky Spectacle over the USSR

Also on page 9, a press release from the Vilsbiburger Zeitung, citing the Moscow newspaper "Trud," describes an incident on January 31, 1985. The four-person crew of a Soviet passenger aircraft (TU-134 A) reported seeing a large, bright object in the night sky. A beam of light descended from the object, forming a cone on the ground, followed by two wider beams. The object then approached the aircraft, and the crew described it as a "green cloud." The report mentions that ground control radar detected "blots," and pilots of another aircraft also observed the unusual "cloud." Professor Nikolai Scheltuchin, deputy chairman of the Soviet UFO Commission, commented that the event was "undoubtedly anomalous."

If All Else Fails: The Little Green Men Will Save Us

Page 9 features a satirical or speculative piece by Ugo Dossi titled "Wenn alle Stricke reißen: Die grünen Männchen retten uns" (If All Else Fails: The Little Green Men Will Save Us). It humorously discusses various apocalyptic prophecies and suggests that UFOlogists offer a comforting alternative, with believers being rescued by aliens in flying saucers from designated "UFO temples."

The Path to the Stars

Page 10 presents information about ordering space-themed postage stamps, specifically mentioning a stamp with a "Prä- Astronautisches Motiv" issued with the help of a South American government, available through Hermann Sieger. It also includes contact information for the "Gemeinschaft zur Erforschung unbekannter Phänomene e. V." (GEP) and lists their publications, such as "Extraterrestrische Intelligenzen" and the "CONDON REPORT."

ANTARES NEWS and MYSTERIA Meeting

Page 10 also announces "ANTARES NEWS," a bi-monthly publication covering astronomy, space travel, science fiction, and fringe science. Additionally, it promotes the "2. MYSTERIA-Meeting" planned for April 1986 in Horn/Bad Meinberg, focusing on "UFO-Forschung" and "Prä-Astronautik," and invites early registration.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings and research, the scientific exploration of space and astronomy, and the theoretical possibilities of interstellar travel. The magazine adopts a serious and research-oriented stance, as indicated by its tagline "DIE SERIÖSE UFO FACHZEITSCHRIFT" (The Serious UFO Fachjournal). It aims to provide factual information, clarify definitions, and present diverse perspectives within the UFO and related fields, while also engaging with reader feedback and promoting relevant publications and events.

Title: HEILBRONNER UFO INFORMATION
Issue: 11
Volume: 12
Date: September 1985
Publisher: CENAP
Country: Germany
Language: German

This issue of "Heilbronner UFO Information" primarily serves as an invitation to the 6th CENAP UFO/UAP Meeting, scheduled to take place in Luxembourg during September 1985. The cover features an artistic rendering of an old European street scene with an archway.

6th CENAP UFO/UAP Meeting Invitation

The main focus of page 11 is the invitation to the 6th CENAP UFO/UAP Meeting. It states that the meeting will be held on a weekend in September 1985 in Luxembourg. The event's central theme is "common experience exchange in UFO research." It is explicitly mentioned that this will not be a public meeting, but rather an occasion for participants to exchange experiences, share views, and present research findings for discussion.

Attendees who are part of a German-speaking UFO research group or are independent UFO researchers are encouraged to present a discussion topic. The goal is to foster collective discussion that can help advance the field of UFO research. Participants can also present ongoing, unfinished investigations to gain insights and potentially find solutions. Interested individuals are invited to register in writing with the organizer, providing the title and duration of their proposed presentation.

The contact address for the organizers is provided: CEPS/CENAP, c/o Gilbert Schmitz, 14, rue Fort Dumoulin, L-1425 Luxembourg, LUXEMBOURG.

Directory of UFO Organizations and Publications

Page 12 functions as a directory and advertisement section for various UFO research organizations and related publications, primarily in Germany and Austria.

Listed Organizations and Contacts:

• GEP (Gemeinschaft zur Erforschung unbekannter Phänomene e. V.): Based in Lüdenscheid, with contact persons Hansjürgen Köhler (Mannheim) and Werner Walter (Mannheim).
• CENAP: Also listed with contacts Jochen Ickinger (Heilbronn) and Roland Gehardt (Heilbronn-Böckingen). CENAP is described as "Germany's serious investigation group regarding UFO research" and offers information and sample monthly reports.
• LÜD: Likely referring to Lüdenscheid, a location associated with GEP.
• MA.: Likely referring to Mannheim, a location associated with GEP.
• HN.: Likely referring to Heilbronn, a location associated with CENAP.

Advertisements and Services:

• "PANORAMA" Hobby Magazine: Offers a free classified ad up to 20 words with a coupon, with additional words costing DM 0.20. A sample copy or trial issue costs DM 3 in stamps/check.
• WORLD-MAGAZINE: A private contact magazine for hobbies, small imports, and pen pals, offering a sample copy with addresses worldwide for DM 4 in stamps.
• EUROCAT- NACHRICHTEN: Offers a trial issue for DM 2 or 2 IRC (International Reply Coupons).
• BIO QUELL: A free private magazine about "special things," sent monthly upon request (70 Pfennig return postage).
• Material Wanted: A request for any material (books, magazines, slides, photos, films, VHS tapes) about UFO sightings by astronauts, to be sent to Gilbert Schmitz in Luxembourg.
• "PRIVATE ERFORSCHUNGS- GRUPPE DER ASTROLOGIE" (PEGA): An organization interested in serious astrological research, publishing the "PEGASUS- Magazin."
• "FREIZEIT- und KONTAKTMAGAZIN": A new magazine offering various contacts (collectors, travel, pen pals, marriage ads, etc.), side income opportunities, and vouchers for free ads. The first issue has a print run of 1,000 copies. Advertisements are published free of charge, optionally under a coded number. A copy can be obtained for DM 5 (US $2.00) or equivalent, sent to Horst Huel in Oberweser/Erd.
• MYSTERIA: A journal for UFO Research and Pseudo-Astronautics. A trial issue is available for DM 3.50 in stamps from Axel Ertelt in Halver.

Membership Call:

The section "DEUTSCHE UFO ALARMZENTRALEN" urges readers to "Become a member of CENAP - HN!" and "Be on the trail of UFOs!"

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine strongly promotes active participation and information exchange within the UFO research community. The editorial stance appears to favor serious, non-public discussions and investigations, as evidenced by the invitation to the CENAP meeting and the directory of research groups. There is a clear emphasis on "serious" UFO research, as highlighted by the tagline "DIE SERIÖSE UFO FACHZEITSCHRIFT" (The Serious UFO Journal) associated with MYSTERIA. The publication also serves as a platform for advertising related materials and services, fostering a network among enthusiasts.