UFO Mail - No 007 - 2002

Magazine Overview

Title: Skandinavisk UFO Information
Issue: 7 (UFO-Nyt nr. 3, 2002)
Date: August 20, 2002
Publisher: Danmarks UFO Forening

This issue of Skandinavisk UFO Information focuses on a reported UFO sighting during a Danish military exercise and includes reviews of astronomy and ancient mystery books.

Ufo Observeret Under Dansk Militærøvelse

The lead article details a UFO observation that occurred during the Danish military exercise Tactical Fighter Weaponry (TFW) in August 2001. The sighting was reported by a ground observer from the Flyverhjemmeværnet (Air Force Home Guard) in Vestjylland. The observer, Rudi Hansen from Eskadrille nr. 218, recounted the event on August 29, 2001. Initially, an E-3 Sentry (AWACS) aircraft was observed, followed by a Sea King helicopter heading towards Oksbøl. The helicopter's presence was identified as the royal couple, Queen Margrethe and Prince Henrik, traveling to Oksbøl. Shortly after, another observer from a southern ground post reported seeing a silver, shiny disc hovering about 400-500 meters north of their position. The observer described it as 'round and a bit thick in the middle' and stated it was 'standing incredibly still.' When asked if it was a UFO, the observer expressed uncertainty, suggesting it might be a weather balloon but was not sure. The reporting system, Lavac, then officially logged it as a UFO. The article notes that no AWACS aircraft were in the area at the time, but any information would have been relayed. SUFOI has been unable to identify the object and is seeking further information from other potential witnesses.

The article also mentions that the royal couple's passage through the area around the same time as the UFO report is considered a curious coincidence.

Leder: Tror du på ufoer?

This editorial by Kim Møller Hansen addresses the common question "Do you believe in UFOs?" He argues that the question itself is flawed, comparing it to asking "Do you believe in unsolved car thefts in Denmark?" He explains that while car thefts are a real phenomenon, the question of belief arises when a specific, speculative theory is attached, such as "Do you believe all unsolved car thefts in Denmark are committed by the same person?" Similarly, the question about UFOs often implicitly asks, "Do you believe UFOs are extraterrestrial spacecraft visiting Earth?" Hansen clarifies that UFO observations are real phenomena, representing an individual's experience of an aerial event that doesn't fit their normal understanding of the world. The cause of these experiences is what needs investigation, not the belief in UFOs as objects. He also addresses the skepticism about people fabricating stories, stating that UFO observers are typically ordinary people who have experienced something inexplicable and turn to SUFOI for answers. SUFOI's policy is to trust the observer's account and to investigate reports submitted via their website.

Anmeldelser (Reviews)

Der var engang et univers

This review discusses the book "Der var engang et univers" (Once Upon a Time There Was a Universe) by Michael J.D. Linden-Vørnle. The book, published in 2002, covers the explosion of knowledge about the universe in the last century, detailing the building blocks of the cosmos and the rules governing them, even hinting at the creation itself. It highlights the scientists, ideas, and experiments that have led to our current understanding and will guide future discoveries about the universe's origin and fate. Linden-Vørnle, who holds a Ph.D. in astrophysics and works at the Danish Space Research Institute, is praised for making complex scientific concepts accessible, entertaining, and easy to understand. The review notes the book's lack of illustrations, which is not missed, and mentions that Linden-Vørnle is planning a new book.

Den rigtige håndbog om stjerner og planeter

This review covers "Stjerner og planeter" (Stars and Planets) by Ian Ridpath, adapted for Danish by Bjørn Franck Jørgensen, director of the Tycho Brahe Planetarium. Published in 2001, the book is described as a useful and thorough guide to the night sky, featuring diagrams of constellations and celestial bodies. It is rich with photographs, informative texts, instructive drawings, and overview maps detailing the universe, galaxies, constellations, the solar system, comets, asteroids, and meteors, as well as advice on using telescopes and astrophotography. A monthly guide covers 88 constellations and objects with star charts for both the northern and southern hemispheres.

På rejse i mystikkens verden (On a Journey into the World of Mysticism)

This section promotes two books by Klaus Aarsleff: "Det glemte folk 1: Vesten og østen for Aztlan" (The Forgotten People 1: West and East of Aztlan) and "Det glemte folk 2: Andesbjergenes gåder" (The Forgotten People 2: Riddles of the Andes Mountains). The books, which can be purchased together for a discounted price, explore ancient mysteries, lost civilizations, and paranormal phenomena. "Vesten og østen for Aztlan" covers travels in the USA, Central America, and the Mediterranean, investigating legends and ancient puzzles pointing to an unknown people who built temples and created art around 10,000 years ago. "Andesbjergenes gåder" delves into the mysteries of Peru and Bolivia, focusing on the enigmatic cultures that predated the Incas, their mountain temples, and giant stone constructions. The section also includes a list of contents for "Det glemte folk 1," featuring topics like the legend of a sunken land, Anasazi and Hopi people, Olmecs, Costa Rican riddles, a pre-flood map, a platform in Lebanon, the Sphinx and pyramids, and Atlantis.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO/UAP sightings, particularly those with potential military connections, and the investigation of such phenomena by organizations like SUFOI. The magazine also demonstrates a strong interest in astronomy, the universe, and ancient mysteries, as evidenced by the book reviews. The editorial stance, as articulated in the leader article, is to approach UAP reports with trust in the observer's experience while maintaining a critical and investigative approach to understanding the phenomena. There is a clear distinction made between the reality of UAP experiences and speculative theories about their origins.