UFO Information - 1989 No 01

Magazine Overview

This issue of UFO Information, dated 1-89 (January 1989), is published by UFO-Information and edited by Kjell Thörnlund. The magazine is a non-profit, volunteer-run publication that appears irregularly, with four issues per year. The cover features the magazine's title and a striking image of a nebula or galaxy. The issue includes a variety of articles detailing UFO sightings, close encounters, and related phenomena.

Editorial and Administrative Information

The editorial team includes Sören Andersson, Tommy Gustavsson, Håkan Gustafsson, Gassan Darwiche, and Matti Knutti. The editorial office and meeting location is at Danmarksgatan 4 B kv. The postal address is Box 9109, 580 09 Linköping. Subscriptions and memberships can be paid via Postgiro 429 78 45-2. The annual subscription price is 100 SEK. The magazine welcomes contributions in the form of articles and discussion posts, requesting that manuscripts be typed with double spacing on one side of the paper. Authors are responsible for their articles, and reproduction of material requires permission from the publisher. The editorial team is also seeking skilled illustrators and translators for English, French, and Spanish texts, and is interested in connecting with UFO enthusiasts who can investigate and process current UFO cases in their local areas. For more information, readers can call 013-171790 or 013-126901 during evening hours.

Special Issues and Publications

The magazine highlights two special publications: the "Jubileumsnummer 10 år" (10 Year Jubilee Issue), which contains significant Swedish UFO cases up to 1979 and is available for 35 SEK, and "UFO en handledning" (UFO a Handbook), a guide to the organization's program, interview methodology, and fieldwork, priced at 30 SEK.

Editorial - "Ledare"

The editorial section welcomes readers to a new year and thanks contributors for helping to improve UFO-Information. It announces the inclusion of a questionnaire to gather feedback and identify potential witnesses. A membership card is also included, which readers can fill out to prove their membership. The editorial mentions that the magazine is approaching its 20th anniversary but has not yet produced a special anniversary issue due to financial constraints, and appeals for financial support by including a payment slip for donations.

Table of Contents (INNEHALL 1-89)

The issue features the following articles:

• En gigantisk "öppen" triangel (A Giant "Open" Triangle) - page 4
• Närkontakt i Sao Paulo, Brasilien (Close Encounter in Sao Paulo, Brazil) - page 8
• Ufonauter i Kanada (Ufonauts in Canada) - page 9
• Möte med ufonauter (Meeting with Ufonauts) - page 10
• Flygande dykarklocka (Flying Diving Bell) - page 15
• UFO som ett materiellt fenomen (UFO as a Material Phenomenon) - page 17
• Lärdom från brittiska kidnappningsfall (Lessons from British Abduction Cases) - page 21
• Ovanligt UFO i Nicaragua (Unusual UFO in Nicaragua) - page 27
• Observation av varelse (Observation of a Being) - page 28
• Märklig farkost i Rumänien (Strange Craft in Romania) - page 30

Article: En gigantisk "öppen" triangel (A Giant "Open" Triangle)

This article, authored by Dr. Willy Smith and translated by T. Sören Andersson, details a first-degree close encounter that occurred on October 22, 1967, at 03:00 AM, north of Jacksonville, Florida. The witnesses were four civilian pilots, including flight instructor Charlie Little. While flying at 2,400 meters, they were contacted by Jacksonville Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC) and warned of a deviation from their course. Initially, the pilots attributed the deviation to navigational equipment failure, as their instruments indicated they were on course. However, the ARTCC controller reported the aircraft was 30 degrees off course. The pilots then observed a bright light that grew larger and appeared to be descending. The controller confirmed the object was not on their radar. The object, described as a large, gray triangle with six white lights, approached rapidly. The pilots took evasive action, descending to avoid a collision. The object then performed a 180-degree turn, hovered, and vanished at high speed. The UFO was described as being at least 60 meters long and equally high, with sharp edges and a slightly curved opening in the middle. It was completely silent. The pilots were initially hesitant to report the incident due to fear of losing their pilot licenses. Later, the Jacksonville ARTCC controller contacted them again, stating that a United Airlines pilot had reported a similar object over Washington, prompting them to request a report. Charlie Little refused to file a report at that time. The article notes that attempts to contact the other two pilots were unsuccessful, leaving Charlie Little as the sole witness for the official report. The estimated speed of the object, based on the time between sightings, was approximately 6,500 km/h.

Article: Närkontakt i Sao Paulo, Brasilien (Close Encounter in Sao Paulo, Brazil)

This case, reported in ÚLTIMA HORA on May 30, 1967, occurred at 3:00 PM on May 24, 1967, in Parque Rio Grande, near Sao Paulo, Brazil. Antonio de Carvalho, his wife Julieta, and their six-year-old son Jose Antonio witnessed a five-meter long, gray cigar-shaped object with oval ends hovering silently in the sky. The object had four 'legs' and a small window from which a pilot, wearing a helmet and with an indistinct appearance, leaned out. Antonio de Carvalho, a farmer, stated that he could distinguish it from conventional aircraft and described its speed as terrifying. His wife described the experience as a great shock. The object disappeared with incredible speed.

Article: Ufonauter i Kanada (Ufonauts in Canada)

This incident took place around 2:30 AM on Tuesday, June 13, 1967, in Caledonia, Ontario, Canada. Carmen Cuneo, a miner, observed two strange craft near a pond. One was a 10-meter long, cigar-shaped object with four evenly spaced windows. The other was disc-shaped, about 4-5 meters in diameter. Both objects hovered 3-4 meters above the ground. Three small men, similar to miners with helmets, were seen moving under the cigar-shaped craft. Their helmets had amber-colored lights. Cuneo observed them for about 10 minutes. After the craft departed, he found a large indentation in the ground and oil residue. The oil was analyzed but was not of a common type. The article references a similar report from 1954 in the same area.

Article: Möte med jordiska ufonauter!? (Meeting with Earthly Ufonauts!?)

This extraordinary event occurred around 10:50 AM on December 12, 1987, near Malvesi, France, a location known for its uranium processing plant. The witness, identified as G-L-, a 40-year-old man, described the encounter with six small, 'Asian-type' individuals who were near four machines resembling snowmobiles. The individuals appeared to be seeking shelter under a hedge. G-L- attempted to communicate with them, and they responded with unintelligible nasal sounds and cryptic phrases in French, such as "Ciel, démon" ("Sky, demon") and "Moins travail" ("Less work"). One of the beings drew two symbols in the wet ground. G-L- noted that the beings' machines had no visible instruments or controls and were silent. He also observed that one of the beings, identified as number 2, appeared to be female. The beings communicated that they were not interested in him but that others were following them. G-L- experienced a brief period of unconsciousness, after which he found four round imprints in the grass, approximately 10 cm in diameter. The article notes that the beings' machines were described as being about 1.5 meters long and 1 meter high, with three openings underneath.

Article: Flygande dykarklocka (Flying Diving Bell)

This account, reported in FLYING SAUCER REVIEW (December Quarter, 1988), describes an event that occurred in the late 1940s near Onsala, Sweden. Axel Olsson, his wife Aina, and Aina's brother Jonas Erikson were at a beach when they observed a large, bell-shaped object emerge from the water. The object, described as a "metal lump" with "support bands," was about five meters in diameter and five meters high. It had a dark, flattened top and a rectangular window that emitted a deep red glow. The "support bands" were on a long axle. The object hovered silently, and when it moved, the bands retracted, and it ascended rapidly into the sky. Afterward, the witnesses found a large depression in the sand and traces of oil. The article notes that similar sightings have been reported in the Vinga area.

Article: UFO som ett materiellt fenomen (UFO as a Material Phenomenon)

This article, by J. Ballester Olmos and J.A. Fernandez Peris, discusses a research project investigating UFO landings on the Iberian Peninsula. The authors emphasize the "material nature" of UFOs, citing witness reports that describe objects with structural elements, such as domes, vents, and antennas, and that appear to be made of metal. They present an example of three "projectiles" sighted in San Martin de Tous, Barcelona, on November 14, 1980. These objects were described as silver-gray, cylinder-shaped, and about 2 meters high with 1.2-meter bases. They were arranged in a line and emitted bright "belt lights." The article also mentions that UFO phenomena can cause mechanical effects on the terrain, such as displaced earth, dried vegetation, and evidence of intense heat.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of UFO Information focuses on detailed witness accounts of UFO sightings and encounters, emphasizing the physical and material aspects of these phenomena. The magazine appears to adopt a stance of serious investigation, encouraging reader contributions and seeking to document and analyze UFO events. There is a clear interest in distinguishing between genuine unexplained phenomena and conventional explanations, as well as a concern for the potential repercussions faced by witnesses. The editorial appeals for financial support, highlighting the non-profit and volunteer nature of the publication, and expresses a desire to connect with individuals who can assist in investigating UFO cases. The magazine also touches upon the idea of 'earthly' ufonauts, suggesting a broader scope of inquiry beyond extraterrestrial origins.

This issue of the INTERNATIONAL UFO REPORTER, Volume 13, Number 1, dated January/February 1988, focuses on UFO sightings and abduction cases, with a particular emphasis on cross-cultural comparisons and the challenges of investigation. The cover headline asks, "Can we learn from British abduction cases?", and the issue features articles and reports from Spain, the United Kingdom, Nicaragua, and Romania.

Article: 2. TAKE-OFF FRÅN ETT VICKERFÄLT (Take-off from a Clover Field)

This article details a UFO sighting that occurred on May 24, 1974, near San Clemente, Spain. The witness, Demetrio Carrascosa Martinez, described an oval object, approximately 4 meters long and 3 meters high, dark green in color with white, square-like cabin windows. The object rested on three or four supports and had a black band resembling rubber tires. Upon the witness's approach, the object began to rotate violently, lifting off the ground and emitting four smoke plumes with a sulfurous odor. The object ascended rapidly with a whistling sound and disappeared in a northwesterly direction within 14-17 seconds. A subsequent investigation of the landing site revealed a circular zone of dried vegetation, two holes in the ground (25-30 cm diameter, 20 cm deep), and two larger holes (10 cm diameter, over 1 meter deep). The walls of these holes were burnt, suggesting temperatures between 2,000 and 3,000 degrees Celsius. Analysis of soil samples showed no abnormal radioactivity. The report references Enrique Villagrasa and Vicente-Juan Ballester Olmos.

Article: The Importance of Photographic Evidence

This section, attributed to Vicente-Juan Ballester Olmos, discusses the need for scientific investigation into UFO phenomena. It emphasizes that UFOs are not solely elusive but can leave permanent physical evidence. The author highlights the work of Robert Baker, a Californian scientist, who developed a questionnaire for potential UFO photographers. Baker's suggestions for photographic evidence include using a tripod, including identifiable background details, taking photos from the same location, recording camera type, date, and time, and immediately documenting the conditions and the photo itself. He also recommends taking a photo of the moon or a streetlight for comparison.

Article: What can we learn from British abduction cases?

Authored by Jenny Randies, this article explores the complexities of UFO abduction cases, particularly in the United Kingdom. Randies contrasts the approach of American researchers with European ones, noting a perceived naivety in the latter regarding the extraterrestrial hypothesis (ET hypothesis). She criticizes the tendency for some European UFOlogists to dismiss abduction cases or attribute them to psychological explanations. Randies introduces Harry Harris, an investigator who has studied abduction cases since 1981, often using hypnosis with medical professionals. However, she points out issues with Harris's methodology, including his reluctance to publish his findings and his practice of selling information to tabloids. Randies also mentions Alan Godfrey, a police officer whose 1980 abduction case in Todmorden, West Yorkshire, is detailed. Godfrey's experience included a UFO sighting, motor stoppage, time loss, and a subsequent hypnotic regression revealing details of an examination by small beings with "light bulb" shaped heads and a tall, bearded figure named Joseph.

The article discusses the challenges of investigating abduction cases in Britain, noting a general reluctance to delve deeply into them. Randies highlights the importance of cross-cultural comparisons, suggesting that similarities found in cases across different countries are significant. She mentions the case of Karen from Liverpool, whose experience involved a time-loss period and a pregnancy that resulted in "wise baby dreams." The article also touches upon the case of Shelley from Bolton, who reported an encounter with a tall, pale-skinned female being. Randies argues that the similarities in these cases point towards a phenomenon that is more than just psychological or a simple ET hypothesis, suggesting a complex interaction.

Article: Swedish women observed an unusual UFO in Nicaragua

This report describes an encounter by three Swedish women – Katrina Karlsson, Margit Nilsson, and Linda Holm – in Nicaragua in the spring of 1987. While at an agricultural collective on Ometepe island, they witnessed a strange object hovering over Lake Nicaragua. The object was described as clumsy, about 12-15 meters in length, with a large, round "cyclops eye" and smaller windows. It had a large, wide front, possibly oval, and a section that resembled a cockpit. A part of the craft hung down towards the water. The object emitted black bands that began to glow, and a line was drawn into its underside. The craft then moved away rapidly with a "whiplash wind" and disappeared. The witnesses were initially shocked and disbelieving but later shared their experience.

Article: Observation of a strange being

This article, by L. Scott, details an observation by a witness named Rick P. that occurred in September 1968 or 1969, near Alum Creek in Columbus, Ohio. Rick, then a teenager, saw a tall, thin being walking into a wooded area. The being was dressed in a black uniform with a silver belt. Its arms and legs were long and narrow, like "thin tubes." The most striking feature was its head, which was described as "eerie yellow" and luminous, large and egg-shaped, with eye-like slits but no visible ears or nose. The head had dark streaks from tree branches. Rick's parents initially dismissed it as someone in a costume, but later, a neighbor reported seeing strange lights in the field. Rick's report, filed in 1984, also noted that the being's head seemed transparent and that it moved stiffly. The area where Rick saw the being was later found to have a large, flattened patch of grass.

Article: Strange craft in Romania

This brief report describes a UFO sighting by a student named Fle-seriu Dan in Timişoara, Romania, on April 20, 1968. The object was described as disc-shaped with a clear "cabin" at the front, divided into sections by visible lines. A "neck" connected the cabin to the central body, and the rear resembled an airplane's tail. The witness heard no sound and saw no smoke, but was astonished by its sudden disappearance. The craft was estimated to be flying at an altitude of about 100 meters.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the investigation of UFO phenomena, the nature of alleged alien encounters, and the importance of rigorous, evidence-based research. The magazine appears to advocate for a serious, scientific approach to UFOlogy, encouraging the collection and analysis of physical evidence and witness testimony. There is a clear interest in comparing cases across different cultures and time periods to identify common patterns and potential explanations, including the extraterrestrial hypothesis. The editorial stance seems to favor open-mindedness and a willingness to explore unconventional explanations while maintaining a critical and analytical perspective. The issue highlights the challenges faced by researchers, such as the reluctance of some to accept certain phenomena and the difficulties in obtaining and publishing data.