UFO Mail - No 144 - 2012

Magazine Overview

Title: Skandinavisk UFO Information
Issue: nr. 144
Date: April 2, 2012
Publisher: Danmarks UFO Forening

This issue of Skandinavisk UFO Information, UFO-Mail nr. 144, marks the 10th anniversary of the newsletter's first broadcast on April 2, 2012. It features a special offer for subscribers and delves into several UFO cases and related topics.

Special Offer: Anniversary Promotion

The magazine announces a special offer to celebrate its 10th anniversary. Subscribers are invited to request seven of SUFOI's publications by sending kr. 40 in stamps to cover postage. The offer is valid while supplies last.

The Belgian UFO Wave: "Et lille jubilæum" and "Trekanterne dukker op"

The issue revisits the significant UFO wave that occurred in Belgium from November 1989 to March 1991. It begins with a report of a luminous, rotating disc observed over Halen, initially thought to be a laser light show from a discotheque. This event, though quickly identified by a local UFO group, caused initial confusion. The wave of sightings intensified on November 29, 1989, when two gendarmes near Eupen reported a triangular object with bright lights that stopped, turned, and flew away. This incident was followed by approximately 150 reports of unidentified lights and objects that evening, with many mentioning a distant fan-like sound. The Belgian Air Force became involved, contacting the UFO organization SOBEPS due to the high volume of reports.

"Historisk samarbejde" and "Ufoer på radar"

In December 1989, the Belgian Air Force contacted SOBEPS, leading to a unique collaboration codenamed "Operation Identifikation OVNI" (Operation UFO Identification). The Air Force provided two aircraft for SOBEPS to use between April 14-17, 1990, ready to investigate sightings. However, no UFOs were observed during this period. A significant event discussed is the press conference held at NATO headquarters in Brussels in July 1990, where Lieutenant Colonel Wilfried de Brouwer presented findings from the night of March 30-31, 1990. Gendarmes and pilots reported observing unidentified lights. A radar station in Glons detected an unidentified radar echo moving at 50 km/h. Later, two F-15 fighter jets were scrambled. While the pilots did not visually confirm any UFOs, the radar on one F-16 jet detected UFOs 13 times, with one object exhibiting an incredible acceleration from 280 km/h to 1,800 km/h in seconds. This extreme acceleration led to the conclusion that the radar echoes could not have originated from conventional aircraft.

"Den ægte vare?" and the Petit-Rechain Photo

The article examines the photographic evidence from the Belgian UFO wave, noting that while many photos showed simple lights, one black triangular object with lights, taken in April 1990 near Petit-Rechain, became iconic. This photo was extensively analyzed by experts, with many unable to detect any signs of fraud. However, on July 26, 2011, Patrick Marechal confessed on RTL television that he had faked the photo using a model made of foam plastic and hung by strings. Despite this confession, some conspiracy theorists claim Marechal was forced to recant.

"En dårlig sag"

By March 1991, the UFO wave in Belgium had subsided. SOBEPS collected approximately 2,000 witness reports, with about 450 deemed most interesting and documented in two books. The article concludes that the Belgian UFO wave's primary evidence—the F-16 radar recordings and the Petit-Rechain photo—has been largely explained or debunked, leaving a weak case for genuine UFOs.

"Fra SUFOI's Fotoafdeling: 3900 Godthåb, Grønland, 14. oktober 2006 - opklaret!"

This section details the investigation of a photograph taken on October 14, 2006, at 20:20 from a ship in Godthåbsfjorden, Greenland. The original report described a fast-moving light observed from the ship's deck. The photo, initially difficult to analyze due to its small size and lack of context, was re-examined after the photographer provided the original files. Through analysis, including comparison with star charts and enhancement of the image, SUFOI's photo department, with the help of Anton Norup Sørensen from the Niels Bohr Institute, identified the light as the star Arcturus. The apparent movement and shape distortions were attributed to the long exposure time (4 seconds) and the movement of the ship, combined with potential cloud cover.

"Ekstra bekræftelse - inden deadline" and Hanne Fransen's Contribution

Hanne Fransen, a reader from Herning, provided further confirmation of the Arcturus identification. She explained that the apparent movement of the star could be due to observing from a moving platform (the ship) in the dark, leading to a loss of perspective. She also noted that the 'lights' appearing in the enhanced image were likely due to camera movement during the exposure, creating light trails, and that the presence of clouds could explain the 'switching off' effect. Her analysis strongly supported the conclusion that the photographed object was the star Arcturus.

"Det er Arcturus!"

The conclusion is that the light captured in the Godthåbsfjorden photograph is indeed the star Arcturus. The analysis, supported by Anton Norup Sørensen's work with star charts and astronomical software, showed a precise match with the star's position. The apparent movement was attributed to the ship's course changes during the 18-minute interval between the first and last exposures, and the camera's movement during the 4-second exposure.

"Løst og facts: Ildkugle lignede flystyrt"

This brief report from London describes a meteor seen over Scotland and Northern England on a Saturday evening, which caused public concern that it might be a burning aircraft. However, aviation authorities registered no distress calls, and meteorologists suggested it was likely a meteor. The article notes that meteors can be mistaken for burning planes, even by trained observers.

"Foredrag i Folkeuniversitetet i Holbæk: Danske ufo-observationer og Flyvevåbnets X-files"

This section announces an upcoming lecture by Ole Henningsen at the Folkeuniversitetet in Holbæk on April 25, 2012. Henningsen, with over 50 years of experience investigating Danish and international UFO reports, including those involving the military, will discuss his findings. The lecture will cover Danish UFO reports and the Danish Air Force's UFO files, which were released to the public in 2009. Material collected since 1946 will also be presented. Registration is required by April 11, 2012.

"De „mystiske“ efterlyses af læser"

A reader's email expresses curiosity about which UFO stories SUFOI considers truly mysterious, beyond those that can be easily explained. The reader is interested in well-documented, genuinely puzzling cases.

"IFO- og UFO-rapporter"

This section refers to the Godthåbsfjorden photo case as an example of a "mysterious" report with witness accounts and photographic documentation. It highlights the difficulty in distinguishing between IFO (Identified Flying Object) and UFO (Unidentified Flying Object) reports and mentions Toke Haunstrup's book "50 år med ufoer" as a resource.

"Læs ufo-beretninger på www.ufo.dk"

Readers are encouraged to submit their UFO experiences to www.ufo.dk.

"Bliv medlem af SUFOI's Støttekreds i 2015 - og vælg en bog"

This section promotes membership in SUFOI's support circle, emphasizing that the organization is run by volunteers. A contribution of kr. 250 per year allows members to support SUFOI's work and choose a free book. Payment can be made via giro or online banking.

"2620 Albertslund 11. juni 2011"

This case involves a video sequence recorded on June 11, 2011, over Albertslund, Denmark. The anonymous observer claimed the object was not a conventional aircraft or balloon. SUFOI's photo department analyzed the video, noting that while the observer insisted on an unusual phenomenon, the footage and description were consistent with small hot air balloons. The object's estimated size of 10-15 meters was deemed unreliable due to the difficulty of accurate size assessment in low light conditions. The flight direction was consistent with weather data, and similar hot air balloon sightings were reported in the area during that period.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently adopts a critical and analytical approach to UFO reports. While acknowledging the public's interest in mysterious phenomena, SUFOI prioritizes rigorous investigation and evidence-based conclusions. The editorial stance emphasizes debunking hoaxes, identifying misidentifications, and providing rational explanations for sightings. The anniversary promotion and the call for reader contributions highlight SUFOI's commitment to engaging its audience in the ongoing study of unexplained aerial phenomena, while maintaining a skeptical yet open-minded perspective.

This document is page 1 of what appears to be a newsletter or promotional material from UFO-Mail, published by Skandinavisk UFO Information in 2012. The primary focus of this page is to present seven different book titles for readers to choose from, all related to UFOs, aliens, and unexplained phenomena. The main headline reads 'Vælg 1 af disse 7 titler:' (Choose 1 of these 7 titles).

Featured Book Titles

Each book is presented with its title, a small accompanying image, and the author's name, Kim Møller Hansen (spelled in various ways across the page: Kim Meller Hansen, Kim Moller Hansen, Kim Melier Hansen). The order number (Bestillingsnr.) and price (værdi kr.) are also provided for each.

1. Aliens: With order number B-082 and priced at kr. 89,-. The cover shows a collage of images and the subtitle 'Fakta & Myter' (Facts & Myths).
2. Area 51: With order number B-080 and priced at kr. 89,-. The cover features images related to the famous military base and the subtitle 'Fakta & Myter'.
3. Bermuda Trekanten - og andre myter (Bermuda Triangle - and other myths): With order number B-085 and priced at kr. 129,-. The cover includes images and the subtitle 'Fakta & Myter'.
4. Roswell: With order number B-081 and priced at kr. 89,-. The cover displays images related to the Roswell incident and the subtitle 'Fakta & Myter'.
5. Nærkontakt (Close Encounter): With order number B-083 and priced at kr. 89,-. The cover shows images of UFOs and beings, with the subtitle 'Fakta & Myter'.
6. UFO-styrt (UFO-crashed): With order number B-084 and priced at kr. 89,-. The cover features images related to crashed UFOs and the subtitle 'Fakta & Myter'.
7. Besøg fra rummet (Visit from space): With order number B-075 and priced at kr. 179,-. This book is published by Gyldendal and appears to be a more substantial work, indicated by its higher price.

Publisher Information and Copyright

At the bottom of the page, it is stated that UFO-Mail is published by Skandinavisk UFO Information. A copyright notice from SUFOI 2012 is present, indicating that news media may use quotes from signed articles, provided they cite the source and have written agreement with Skandinavisk UFO Information. It also explicitly states that printing and photocopying of content from UFO-Mail are subject to Copydan fees.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme is clearly UFOs, alien encounters, and related mysteries, as evidenced by the titles of the books offered. The editorial stance, as indicated by the publisher and the nature of the content, is focused on disseminating information and literature within the UFO and paranormal community. The emphasis on 'Fakta & Myter' suggests an approach that explores both factual accounts and speculative theories surrounding these topics. The publisher actively promotes literature on these subjects, as shown by this selection of books.