UFO Mail - No 022 - 2003

Magazine Overview

This issue of Skandinavisk UFO Information, titled 'UFO-Mail nr. 22' and dated August 17, 2003, is published by Danmarks UFO Forening. The cover prominently announces the release of 'UFO-Nyt nr. 3,' highlighting the 1964 Socorro incident involving police officer Lonnie Zamora and a UFO sighting.

UFO-Nyt nr. 3 Announcement

The cover story details the 1964 Socorro incident where Lonnie Zamora observed an egg-shaped craft and two small figures in white suits. The article notes that this 'third-degree' observation remains unexplained by the US Air Force, and new information and hypotheses are still emerging.

Project Hvidbog

Authored by Toke Haunstrup, this section introduces 'Projekt Hvidbog' (Project White Paper), a new initiative by SUFOI (Skandinavisk UFO Information) to compile and document their extensive experience in collecting and analyzing UFO observation reports. SUFOI has gathered over 10,000 reports in more than 40 years. Initially, their report analysis was unsystematic, but over time, methods improved, allowing them to identify known phenomena (like satellites, planes, and meteors) that could explain many sightings. The period from the mid-1970s to the mid-1990s saw significant development in their report-taking and analysis methods, including training a network of report takers. By 1984, SUFOI concluded they could explain up to 90% of observations as misinterpretations. However, since the mid-1990s, the number of active report takers has declined, making it difficult to process new reports. The project aims to document the accumulated knowledge, especially the methodological expertise, before it is lost, as many experienced report takers' knowledge resides primarily in their heads. The project is scheduled to conclude with the publication of a 'white paper' in 2007, coinciding with SUFOI's 50th anniversary.

The project will focus on the methodological knowledge gained from collecting, interviewing, investigating, and interpreting observations, rather than the nature of the UFO phenomenon itself, as the former is considered SUFOI's strongest area of expertise. A working group, including Per Andersen, Susanne Skovlund, Torben Birkeholm, and the author, is leading this effort. The 'white paper' will cover topics such as interview techniques, investigation methods, photo cases, well-documented reports, and misinterpretations.

Articles related to 'Project Hvidbog' will be published in UFO-Nyt, summarizing key analyses and conclusions in an accessible format. The magazine invites reader feedback and discussion.

Unknown Object Near Space Station

Authored by Ole Henningsen, this article reports on NASA's attempt to identify a small object filmed by the crew of the International Space Station (ISS) on June 12, 2003. Astronaut Edward T. Lu described it as a rectangular piece of metal, about 5 cm long. NASA is analyzing the object's trajectory and direction. While it's likely it originated from the ISS, its exact source is unconfirmed. NASA requested U.S. Strategic Command to gather information, but details on their actions are unavailable. The object gained attention partly because Strategic Command had also tracked a small object near the Space Shuttle Columbia shortly before its destruction. NASA spokesperson Kylie Moritz suggested it could be an external marking or sticker. NASA technicians had planned to send images of such markings to the ISS for comparison. Contact was also made with Russian researchers regarding the unmanned Progress supply ship that docked with the ISS on June 11, but no explanation was found. The object's small size posed no threat to the station. UFO-Nyt inquired with astronaut Lu for a conclusion but had not received a response at the time of writing. They also requested higher-resolution photos. The article notes that satellites are visible from the ISS, particularly around sunrise and sunset.

Edward Lu, an electrical engineer, has extensive experience in space, including previous missions to Mir and the ISS. He has spent over 504 hours in space and conducted spacewalks. The article mentions that the Russian cosmonaut Yuri I. Malenchenko is also on the ISS, with their six-month mission expected to end in October 2003.

Crop Circle at Nakskov

Authored by Ole Henningsen, this article investigates the first crop circle of the year in Denmark, discovered on July 18, 2003, in a wheat field near Nakskov. The author visited the site three times to measure and photograph the formation, which consisted of three circles arranged in a triangular pattern. The crop circle, approximately 900 meters south of Nakskov, was still visible in the stubble after harvesting. The circles were about 7-8 meters in diameter, with the entire formation spanning about 15-16 meters. The wheat stalks were laid down in smaller bands counter-clockwise. The author found no evidence of alien origin, suggesting human involvement, possibly with a drawing, measuring tape, and rope, taking about an hour to create. There was no connection to local UFO observations.

The landowner discovered the crop circles while spraying his crops and did not believe in UFO landings, attributing it to pranksters. He reported the incident to the Nakskov police as vandalism. The landowner's name was withheld to prevent excessive public curiosity. The author notes that previous investigations of crop circles in Holeby and Maribo since 1995 yielded similar results, pointing to human ingenuity. The author and a colleague, Filip Steenholdt, have previously created crop circles as experiments for film projects, using a measuring board, tape measure, and rope.

The article includes contact information for further details on the Nakskov crop circle construction and previous formations, as well as information on how to work with crop circle construction. It also mentions that Michael Olsen/Danish AirPhoto is interested in hearing about crop circles observed elsewhere in Denmark. Copyright of the images is reserved.

A diagram illustrates the layout of the crop circles at Maglehøjvej, south of Nakskov, detailing their diameters, distances between centers, and proximity to the roadside.

Support Fund

This section appeals for donations to SUFOI's 'Støttefond' (Support Fund), established in 1980. SUFOI's work relies on volunteers, but funds are needed for activities such as a new exhibition stand, which is currently worn out, and a large UFO event planned for 2007 to celebrate the organization's 50th anniversary. They also need to reprint the booklet 'Når du ser et stjerneskud' (When you see a shooting star), which was previously supported by government funds but now requires self-financing. Donations can be sent to the organization's giro account.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue covers a range of topics within the UFO and unexplained phenomena field, including historical case analysis (Socorro), ongoing investigations (ISS object), and the analysis of physical evidence (crop circles). There's a strong emphasis on methodology and the scientific approach to investigating reports, as highlighted by SUFOI's 'Project Hvidbog.' The magazine also addresses the challenges faced by organizations like SUFOI, such as declining volunteer numbers and the need for funding. The editorial stance appears to be one of critical inquiry, seeking rational explanations for phenomena while acknowledging the unexplained. The crop circle article, in particular, leans towards debunking alien involvement, attributing the formations to human activity.

This document is a single page from a publication, likely a newsletter or magazine, titled 'UFO-mail'. The primary focus of this page is a directive to the reader to share the 'ufo-mail' with their personal network.

Call to Action: Share UFO-mail

The main headline boldly proclaims: "Send ufo-mail til familie, venner og bekendte!" (Send ufo-mail to family, friends, and acquaintances!). The text elaborates on this, stating that if the reader finds the 'ufo-mail' to be exciting and interesting, they should forward it to their family, friends, and acquaintances. The purpose of this is to give them the opportunity to also receive the 'ufo-mail' for free and without obligation whenever something new occurs.

The types of new information that recipients can expect include:

• Danish and international observations or photographs.
• Aerial phenomena.
• Exciting offers on UFO materials.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The editorial stance is clearly one of promoting the dissemination of information related to UFOs and aerial phenomena. The publication aims to engage its audience and encourage them to spread awareness and interest within their social circles. The emphasis on 'free' and 'unobligated' suggests an effort to broaden the reach of the publication and its content without imposing any barriers to entry for new readers.