UFO Intelligence Newsletter - 1993 11 November

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO Intelligence Newsletter
Issue: November 1993
Publisher: UFO FILTER CENTER
Country: USA
Price: $13.50 for 12 issues

This issue of the UFO Intelligence Newsletter focuses on pilot sightings, close encounters, and statistical analysis of UFO activity.

Pilots Tell of Cockpit Close Encounters

British Airways pilots reported sightings of shiny spaceships near their cockpits. Captain Graham Shepard described seeing a "shiny disc object moving towards Us at very high speed," which he believed was "a flying machine not of this technology, not of this earth." Another pilot, Captain Paul Coomber, described an encounter over Germany with two shiny white spherical objects and a smaller object that appeared stationary before accelerating away at high speed. Jenny Randles of the British UFO Research Association noted a series of mid-air encounters since 1991, with one incident being picked up on radar, suggesting a tangible presence. Astronomer Peter Andrews commented that the nearest star is too far for space travel.

UFO at North Bergen, NJ

On August 18, 1993, four individuals in North Bergen, NJ, reported seeing a UFO described as a blimp, long and thin, with brilliant white strobing lights. The object was estimated to be 75-100 feet long and about 3 miles away. It was observed hovering above trees before disappearing rapidly. The North Bergen Police Department showed significant interest, dispatching detectives. A local newspaper investigated, contacting airports, but found no blimps in the air at the time. A Fairview police officer reportedly also saw the UFO but wished to remain unidentified. A baseball game in progress had approximately 25 witnesses observing the same object, though time consistency was noted as a potential issue.

Anomalous Motion and Close Encounters

Fishermen Report Anomalistic Motion

On October 22, a veterinarian in Vincennes, IN, reported seeing two UFOs with anomalous motion between Byrds, IL, and the Embarrass River. The objects, described as points of light, danced in circles, with one disappearing and the other descending within 15-30 seconds.

Close Encounter 1 in Ohio

On March 4, 1993, Ms. Kim D. reported an encounter near the Marion/Delaware county line on US Route 23. She saw an object hovering about 50 feet in the air, described as charcoal gray with clear lights and a dome shaped like a fastback car. The object, about twice the size of her car, floated down to about fifteen feet off the roadside, made no noise, and then rapidly ascended and disappeared at high speed. A state trooper stopped her for speeding shortly after but had not seen the object.

Crop Circle in Indiana?

An inquiry was made about a possible detailed crop circle near Kokoma, IN, reported by Michael Strainic. The newsletter noted a previous report from Putnam County that turned out to be fungus mold.

Jacobs Sees No U.S. Stake in Abductions

Dr. David Jacobs, an expert in abduction research and author of "Secret Life," stated that his research has uncovered no evidence suggesting US government involvement in abductions. He believes the phenomenon is "natural" for paranoid thinking and that conspiracy theories require adequate documentation. Based on his 27 years of research, he finds no evidence that the government is causing the UFO or abduction phenomenon, attributing it to extraterrestrial causation.

Mars Observer and Russian Mars Missions

The loss of the Mars Observer spacecraft in August was noted as a disappointment that delays arguments over "Monuments on Mars." The newsletter also recalled the Russian loss of two spacecraft approaching Mars, with the last photograph from Phobos-2 showing a "long, slim object pointing towards" a Martian moon, which was interpreted by some as a large alien spaceship.

TV Programs on UFOs

David W. Balsiger of Sun International Pictures contacted the newsletter regarding a major TV special on CBS and requested an interview. The newsletter also learned of a planned two-hour special on HBO about the "Roswell UFO Crash" and expressed hope that Sun International's production would not detract from HBO's treatment. Crystal Sky Productions was also noted to be completing a 13-part series on UFOs.

Old "Skylook" Collection

The editor is seeking copies of "SKYLOOK" from Number 1 to 55 for the UFO Database, as data for early UFO reports (prior to 1947) is lacking.

An Indiana UFO History Lesson

A 1967 sighting is detailed, involving a commercial airline pilot and a deputy sheriff observing a cigar-shaped craft with unusual lights. The object was confirmed on radar and described as moving slowly against the wind before rapidly ascending. This sighting is rated as Radar/Visual (RV) and Nocturnal Light (NL) with rapid ascent.

Indiana News

State Director's Message

A final call for reservations for the TRIAD RESEARCH CONFERENCE in Indianapolis was announced. The group was also seeking individuals for an abduction panel for the conference. Donations were acknowledged, with thanks to Jim Delehanty and George Stock for sponsoring mailings. Information was provided about a sighting near Morse Reservoir, reported by Leslie Luckiewicz, Ken Williams, and Norma Croda.

From the Training Officer's Desk

New FITs (Field Investigative Team members) were introduced: Edgars G. Freibergs, a photographer with an anthropology background, and Michael Allen Naylor, an electronics engineer specializing in electromagnetic/physics. FIT Ronald Stillabower had moved to Tybee Island, GA.

Event Density Log

This section presents a "stacked-bar" look at UFO phenomena in the U.S. over the last two years (1992-1993), showing total sightings, close encounters (CE), and distant encounters (DE). A second graph illustrates the "6-state region" (MO, IL, IN, OH, KY, TN) sighting activity from 1970-1993, indicating a peak in 1988 and suggesting 1993 is another peak in progress. The data comes from a six-state region that is among the "Top Ten" sighting ranks. Activity dwindled to a low in 1985 before exploding.

North American Sightings (November 1, 1993)

A detailed log of UFO sightings across North America is provided, including date, time, city, state, object description, sound, duration, source, and a brief note. Sightings range from March to May 1993 and include various shapes and behaviors, such as discs, orbs, lights, triangles, and blimps, with many reported as silent or having unusual sounds.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently reports on UFO sightings from credible witnesses, including pilots and law enforcement. There is a focus on detailed case descriptions and data analysis, such as the event density logs. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation into the UFO phenomenon, presenting evidence and witness accounts without overt skepticism, while also acknowledging the need for documentation and credible sources. The inclusion of abduction research and historical cases suggests a broad scope of UFOlogy is covered. The publication also engages with media productions related to UFOs, showing an interest in public awareness and accurate representation.