UFO Information - 1986 No 02

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO INFORMATION
Issue: Nr 2 1996
Publisher: UFO-Information
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish
ISSN: 0346-3540
Cover Headline: Lysande oval i Göteborg (Luminous oval in Gothenburg)

This issue of UFO Information delves into various UFO sightings, investigations, and related phenomena, presenting a collection of intriguing cases from around the world.

Editorial: 1986 Ett intressant år (1986 An Interesting Year)

The editorial reflects on the year 1986 as an unusual and interesting year, referencing a previous article from 1979 about three women who saw the year '1986' formed by cloud-like figures in the sky. The editor suggests that this vision might have been a precursor to significant events, citing the tragic fate of the space shuttle Challenger, the Palme assassination, the Chernobyl disaster, and Halley's Comet as examples of extraordinary occurrences. The editorial then shifts to the UFO phenomenon, stating that things are proceeding as usual, with the ultimate goal being 'the final contact.' It posits that perhaps humanity has already had contact without fully realizing it, and that this magazine might be a step towards public acceptance of UFO phenomena.

Article: Grönlandsisen kan lösa energiproblemet (Greenland's Ice Can Solve Energy Problems)

This article discusses a proposal by Swiss scientists Dr. Curt Kollbrunner and Hans Stauber to harness Greenland's glaciers for energy. They believe this method could replace thousands of nuclear power plants, offering a cheaper, simpler, and more environmentally friendly alternative. The concept involves using meltwater from the ice cap, stored in natural ice reservoirs, to drive turbines and generate electricity. The project has been patented in several countries, and the proponents hope to see it realized soon. The article notes that Denmark, Greenland's mother country, has been a hurdle, but the local population is reportedly interested. The initial investment for a pilot project is being provided by millionaires from Zurich.

Article: Märkligt flygande föremål observerades av polis i Katrineholm (Strange Flying Object Observed by Police in Katrineholm)

This report details a sighting by two police officers in Katrineholm, Sweden, on February 2, 1986. They observed a low-flying object that disappeared behind buildings. Upon repositioning, they saw it again before it vanished into the northwest, appearing to dim as it went. The object moved consistently in one direction. A similar, smaller object was observed later that week, exhibiting no changes in course, altitude, or speed. The object was described as oval with divided light sources, glowing yellow/orange, and about the size of a quarter moon.

Article: Hur en UFO-observation förändrade mitt liv (How a UFO Sighting Changed My Life)

This piece features baseball star Darrell Evans, who recounts how a UFO sighting in June 1982 in Pleasanton, California, profoundly impacted his life and career. Evans and his wife observed a strange, triangular object with a rounded nose and a dome, hovering silently about 60 yards away. The object, estimated to be 18-27 meters wide, had a dull gray color and emitted a glow from its rear. After the object departed, Evans felt a shift in perspective, realizing that his personal problems were less significant compared to the vastness of the universe. This newfound perspective led him to play with renewed intensity, resulting in a significant improvement in his performance, including hitting five home runs in one month.

Article: Kidnappning i IOWA (Kidnapping in Iowa)

This article details a reported close encounter in Council Bluffs, Iowa, involving a woman and six secondary witnesses. The primary witness, who wished to remain anonymous, described seeing a cluster of lights in the sky that appeared to be square and white, with one blinking red light. The lights were significantly larger than a full moon. Later, the woman experienced her car's headlights and radio failing, and her car stalled. She then saw a bright, orange-pink light in a cornfield that was intensely bright. The account includes details of the witness's fear and subsequent memory loss.

Article: UFO stoppade bilfärd (UFO Stopped a Car Journey)

This case study describes an incident involving Onilson Patero, a Brazilian salesman, on May 22, 1974. While driving, his car's radio experienced interference, and the engine lost power. He then observed an intense beam of bluish light entering his car. He exited the vehicle and saw a dark, oval-shaped object about ten to twenty meters away, emitting a bright light. A tube descended from the object, and Patero felt unable to move. His skin burned as the light beam made his car transparent. He ran, then fainted. Two young men found him and alerted the authorities. Upon examination, doctors noted unusual burn marks and a complete change in his hair color from brown to black overnight, which later reverted. The doctor believed the burns were caused by a strange type of radiation.

Article: UFO Över Öresund (UFO Over Öresund)

This report describes a sighting by an Arlöv, Sweden resident in the autumn of 1976. The witness observed six circular red objects moving in a north-south direction over Öresund. The objects, each about the size of a little finger nail at arm's length, moved rapidly and silently. The witness, having military experience, knew these were not conventional aircraft. The objects then ascended vertically into space at high speed.

Article: Såg årtal på himlen (Saw Year on the Sky)

This piece recounts an event in Köping, Sweden, on August 21, 1978, where two nurses and a priest's wife observed the numbers '1986' formed by bluish-grey clouds against a clear sky. The numbers were visible for about five minutes before disappearing. This phenomenon is noted as being observed elsewhere but is reported as the first instance in Sweden.

Article: Landet Runt (Around the Country)

This section provides a series of brief UFO sighting reports from various locations in Sweden during January and February 1986. These include:

• January 1, 1986, 16:05 (Sunnansjö): An orange, yellow, white glowing object observed over Bysjön.
• January 1, 1986, 19:45 (Jönvik, Hedemora): A 10-30 meter high, funnel-shaped, brightly lit object moved silently over the forest.
• January 1, 1986, 21:00 (Smedjebacken): Two independent observers saw a large, oval green object followed by a bright red sphere moving rapidly.
• January 7, 1986, 18:45 (Söderbärke): A luminous object was seen over Barken.
• January 9, 1986, 22:05 (Säter): A bright red object moved silently across the sky.
• January 15, 1986, 22:55 (Nusnäs Mora): A red point grew larger and moved towards the observer, described as a 'crackling' object that moved erratically.
• January 16, 1986, 21:45 (Grycksbo): A spherical object, stationary and brightly lit in blue, red, and green, was observed.
• January 26, 1986 (evening) (Sunnansjö): An egg-shaped, rotating, and pulsating object was seen.
• February 6, 1986, 16:00 (Marnäs, Ludvika): Two boys saw a red-yellow sphere for three minutes.
• February 11, 1986, 21:10 (Håksberg): A bright red sphere, the size of a football, flew silently north.
• February 24, 1986, 17:50 (Stora Tuna Kyrka): A slow-moving, sparkling object was observed, initially mistaken for a helicopter.

Article: Mystik över Törringe (Mystery over Törringe)

This article recounts a sighting from the autumn of 1957 near Oxie, Sweden. A mother and daughter observed an unusual object described as rocket-shaped, emitting yellow, blue, and red light. The object, approximately 2 meters wide and 7 meters high, hovered about 100 meters away before disappearing suddenly. The mother later experienced health issues, including being unconscious for a period.

Article: Mystiskt dödsfall i England (kanske verk av UFO) (Mysterious Death in England (Possibly by UFO))

This report investigates the death of Zygmunt Adamski, a 56-year-old Polish man found with unexplained burn marks on his body in Todmorden, England, in March 1981. An investigation by West Yorkshire authorities and international scientists failed to determine a conventional cause of death. A police officer claimed to have seen a UFO shortly before Adamski's body was discovered. The case is considered one of the biggest UFO mysteries, with speculation that Adamski may have died of fright or been abducted. His widow stated he had no enemies and suggested he might have been 'kidnapped, but by whom or what, I may never know.'

Article: UFO undersökningar sker ofta av en slump (UFO Investigations Often Happen by Chance)

This article discusses the challenges of UFO investigations, often hampered by a lack of resources. It uses the example of the St. Helens, Oregon, incident on March 17, 1981, where a police officer observed a bright light moving upriver, later identified as a large, spherical UFO. The incident was significant due to an audio recording of a strange sound emitted by the object. Despite the evidence, researchers were unable to conduct a personal investigation. The article details the observations of Sgt. Russell Yokum and other witnesses, noting discrepancies in their accounts and the unusual nature of the sound, which was unlike anything previously recorded.

Article: UFO över Vikbolandet (UFO Over Vikbolandet)

This report details a sighting on February 17, 1986, in Vikbolandet, Sweden. A woman observed a stationary, flying object hovering about 100 meters above a forest. The object was described as having a narrow body with a wider section crossing it, and it emitted flashing lights. The object moved slowly before disappearing. The witness noted that her pet budgies became unusually noisy afterward.

Article: UFO-våg över New York (UFO Wave Over New York)

This brief report mentions a wave of UFO sightings in upstate New York during March, April, and May 1983. Residents reported seeing strange objects, including triangular craft, at high altitudes and treetop level. Many witnesses described the objects as having blinking lights. One teacher saw a massive object at low altitude, and a police officer observed something the size of a football field. Dr. Hynek's UFO center described this as one of the largest UFO waves in recent years.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, unexplained aerial phenomena, and the investigation of these events. The magazine presents a variety of cases from different countries, highlighting witness testimonies, physical evidence (like burn marks), and audio recordings. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into the UFO phenomenon, suggesting that these events are real and warrant serious investigation, potentially leading to a greater public understanding and acceptance of UFOs. There is an underlying belief that UFOs are not merely misidentifications but represent something extraordinary and possibly extraterrestrial.

Title: UFO-Information
Issue: 2/1979
Date: July 1976 (raw date: juli 1976)
Country of Publication: Sweden
Original Language: Swedish
Document Type: Magazine Issue

UFO Landing Near Pavia

The lead story details an incident near Pavia, Italy, on Tuesday, July 9, 1976, at 23:45. A patrol car from the Pavia carabinieri was diverted from a traffic stop by a distressed call from central command. The reason given was that 'Martians' or something similar had landed a 'flying saucer' in a field near Vallone. Upon arrival at the scene, the officers found excited witnesses who reported seeing a large, half-sphere shaped object emitting an intense white light from its upper side, with lights of various colors visible underneath. Policeman Guido Ragni, 25, described the object descending from the sky.

His mother, Piera, and his 17-year-old sister, Giovanna, corroborated his account. Lieutenant Tieri and policeman Ragni went to the landing site. They found a patch of stubble field, approximately 200 square meters, that had been burned. The area was noted to be damp and the stubble was wet, with only the tops of the stubble burned. The next day, they returned to find the scorched area had a peculiar, precise rectangular shape, measuring 40 x 10 meters, with three thin sprigs extending from it, measuring 30, 15, and 7 meters long.

A fire captain called to the scene found the situation inexplicable, noting that the field was still wet and the burned area had an exact contour, unlike a normal fire. The report speculates that such a precise pattern could not have been created by accidental means or arson. The article also mentions that the Vigo family, living nearby, reported their three guard dogs were unusually agitated for several hours before the sighting.

Several people in the area reported seeing a half-sphere with a multicolored underside and white light on top, agreeing on its shape and other details. The article concludes by posing the question of whether an unknown craft landed in the stubble field, stating that a definitive yes or no cannot be given, but referencing Teilhard de Chardin's idea that only the fantastic may still be true.

This report is attributed to Giuseppe Grazzini, translated by Britta Masreliez.

UFO Played with a Motorist

This section reports on UFO observations made on the E18 and highway 310 in Norway. A building contractor, Reidar Haugestad, his girlfriend, and two passengers observed a luminous object shifting between red and green lights. The object flew back and forth over the E18 near Undrumsdals church.

Another witness reported seeing a similar UFO on September 29th, between 22:00 and 22:30, over highway 310 near Borre church. She described the object flying low over her car, causing her to speed up due to fear. The object's lights illuminated her car, and she felt the UFO was 'playing tag' with her. Shaken, she stopped at an ESSO station to buy a drink and talk to someone. She expressed concern about driving further with the UFO hovering above.

This report is sourced from 'Tidskrift UFO' and translated by Ronny Thunér.

A Luminous Oval in Gothenburg

On October 15, 1984, Inger Segerblad-Nihlén had a strange experience while driving home in Västra Frölunda, Gothenburg, Sweden, with her 7-year-old son Mikael. Around 19:30, they noticed a luminous object in the sky that appeared to be stationary. It was described as a 20-meter long fluorescent oval with a strong spotlight at the front.

The object moved silently eastward about 50-75 meters and stopped again. Inger felt observed but also relaxed. After 2-3 minutes, the object moved northeast with increasing speed and disappeared. Inger contacted Göteborgs-Posten, but the case was not published. She later contacted the Göteborgs UFO-Förening, who investigated by contacting airports, balloon clubs, and weather stations without finding an explanation.

Inger is convinced it was an alien craft and is described as a sensible and credible witness. The case has been documented with a filmed interview, and Inger has been interviewed multiple times by the Göteborgs UFO-Förening. The text is by Heléne Carlsson.

Sharp White Light Stopped a Car Journey

This personal account describes UFO activity in the Roslagen area of Sweden between 1963 and 1967. The author lived in a villa in Söderby gård, near Kårsta. During this period, there was significant UFO activity, with some witnesses coming forward and others remaining silent to avoid ridicule.

The author recounts an incident from the autumn of 1963. While driving home from Stockholm to Kårsta in a 1953 Volvo PV, on a moonlit and frosty night, a sharp white light approached rapidly from above. The light descended like a helicopter and stopped above the car. The light enveloped the car, and the author felt a strange warmth in his neck. The car's lights went out, and the engine began to stall, eventually stopping completely. The author managed to roll the car down a hill into a curve where it stopped.

Attempts to restart the car failed. Upon exiting the vehicle, the author saw the craft, which had an oval shape with three square windows and three red lights on top, had landed between some bushes not far from the car. The craft emitted a blue light around its middle and strong white lamps underneath. Several short, 'dwarf-like' men in overalls were seen working underneath the craft, making crackling and flapping sounds, similar to high-voltage power lines during drizzle.

The author approached the craft out of curiosity but was unable to identify its purpose. The journey to his home was approximately three kilometers away. The account is marked 'to be continued in the next issue'.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently features reports of UFO sightings and encounters, emphasizing witness testimony and the physical evidence left behind. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained aerial phenomena, encouraging readers to share their experiences. The publication also highlights the efforts of UFO research organizations in Sweden, such as the Göteborgs UFO-Förening, in documenting and investigating these cases. There is a recurring theme of the inexplicable nature of these events and the potential for extraordinary explanations, as suggested by the quote from Giuseppe Grazzini.