Skandinavisk UFO Information

Magazine Overview

This issue of Skandinavisk UFO Information, number 151, published by Danmarks UFO Forening on October 1, 2012, features a diverse range of articles on ufology, scientific investigations, and historical mysteries.

Teaterforestilling: Ufologens fald

The issue opens with a review of a theatrical performance titled 'Ufologens fald' (The Ufologist's Fall). The play centers on Gert Molbec, a ufologist whose credibility is challenged after he participates in a fake UFO video recording for local television. The story follows his struggle with self-doubt and his attempt to contact an alien named Pnarrr using aluminum foil. The play is described as a tragicomic monologue exploring themes of faith as an identity platform in a fragmented world. It ran from September 17 to October 6, 2012, and starred Dan Zahle.

50 år med BUFORA

This section details the 50th-anniversary congress of BUFORA (British UFO Research Association), held in London on September 22-23, 2012. The congress featured various speakers, including Lionel Beer, one of BUFORA's founders. While the content was mixed, the event provided an opportunity for European UFO organizations to meet and collaborate. The article notes that BUFORA, which once had 1,500 members at its peak in 1979, has seen its membership decline, a trend common among UFO organizations worldwide. Vicente-Juan Ballester Olmos presented his FOTOCAT Database, which contains over 11,000 UFO registrations. Clas Svahn, Chairman of UFO-Sweden, discussed UFO-Sweden's work and the 'phantom rockets' of 1946. He also presented BUFORA's chairman, Matt Lyons, with a hard drive containing scanned BUFORA archives on behalf of AFU (Archives for UFO research).

Kontrovers

This article, written by Ole Henningsen, addresses a controversy arising from a previous UFO-Mail report on an Exopolitik Danmark event. Swedish UFO researcher Håkan Blomqvist strongly objected to Lars Thomas's summary of his presentation, particularly the implication that he believed aliens frequently visit Earth. Blomqvist clarifies that he never claimed this and, in fact, advocated for exploring alternatives to the ETI hypothesis. He also criticizes UFO-Mail for not promptly publishing a correction. The article highlights the fundamental disagreement between SUFOI and the exopolitics movement regarding their worldview, with SUFOI advocating for a systematic and scientific approach to ufology, similar to Håkan Blomqvist's work.

Fra SUFOI's Fotoafdeling

This section presents two UFO sighting reports from Denmark:

• Vallensbæk Strand, August 4, 2012: A 40-year-old man reported observing seven to fifty luminous objects in the sky, some of which appeared to split. He submitted a photo taken with his Samsung Galaxy S1.
• Næstved, August 9, 2012: A 32-year-old man reported a luminous 'ball' that flew towards his house, changed direction, and slowed down. He captured several photos with a Canon digital ixus9515.

SUFOI's conclusion for both cases was that the observed phenomena were likely small hot air balloons, though not definitively proven.

8830 Tjele 11. august 2012

Another sighting report from Tjele, dated August 11, 2012, describes a couple observing two red dots moving in a straight line. The man captured photos and video footage with a Canon Powershot sx40 hs. SUFOI's conclusion was that these were also small hot air balloons, with evidence of scorched material at the base, similar to other observed phenomena.

Se mere om varmluftballoner

This brief section directs readers to SUFOI's website for more information on hot air balloons, noting that the organization has received numerous reports of such phenomena during the summer.

Nyt link på ufo.dk

Kim Møller Hansen introduces 'Who Forted?', a website dedicated to exploring news about Bigfoot, UFOs, ghosts, and crop circles in an entertaining and informative way. The site is inspired by the work of Charles Fort and features contributions from various writers and researchers.

Richard H. Hall: The UFO Evidence - Volume 2: A Thirty Year Report

Arne Nielsen reviews Richard H. Hall's book 'The UFO Evidence - Volume 2: A Thirty Year Report'. Nielsen praises the book for its focus on UFO observations, its freedom from conspiracy theories and religious dogma, and its inclusion of recent cases. The 691-page book contains 16 chapters, a foreword, and 34 pages of observations from 1964 to 1995. It covers various aspects of UFO sightings, including military witnesses, scientists, pilots, and historical developments like the Roswell incident. Nielsen notes that the book presents material without taking a definitive stance, which is its strength. He also mentions the historical context of the Condon Report and the increasing importance of the internet for accessing information.

Efterskrift

This section reflects on the significance of Richard H. Hall's 'The UFO Evidence' as a valuable research tool, particularly for investigating UFO incidents and source material, including those related to Denmark. The author recalls using the 1964 edition as an essential resource.

Vladimir Rubtsov: The Tunguska Mystery

Karsten Bomholt reviews Vladimir Rubtsov's book 'The Tunguska Mystery'. The book examines the Tunguska event of June 30, 1908, where a massive explosion occurred in Siberia. Rubtsov argues against the prevailing scientific consensus that it was caused by a small asteroid or comet, presenting data that suggests a more unusual explanation. He notes that many theories exist, including those involving UFOs or even two extraterrestrial spacecraft. The book focuses on Russian research and offers a multidisciplinary perspective on the event.

Henning Haack: Meteoritter - tidskapsler fra Solsystemets oprindelse

Ole Henningsen reviews Henning Haack's book 'Meteoritter' (Meteorites). The book presents meteorites as 'time capsules' from the origin of the Solar System. Haack, a geophysicist and curator of meteorites at the Geological Museum, discusses how meteorites provide insights into the formation and evolution of our Solar System. The review highlights the recent discovery of a meteorite in Maribo, Denmark, which is dated at 4.567.2 million years old, making it older than Earth. The book also covers phenomena related to meteorites, such as impact craters and the possibility of meteorites originating from the Moon and Mars.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes a scientific and evidence-based approach to ufology, as exemplified by SUFOI's stance and its critique of the exopolitics movement. There is a clear emphasis on distinguishing between credible research and speculative theories. The issue also highlights the historical development of UFO research through reviews of significant books and reports, while also covering contemporary sightings and discussions within the UFO community.

Title: UFO-Mail
Issue: 2012
Publisher: Skandinavisk UFO Information
Date: 2012

This issue of UFO-Mail delves into various phenomena related to space and unusual aerial sightings.

Meteorites: Time Capsules from the Solar System's Origin

The magazine features a review of Henning Haack's book, "Meteoritter - tidskapsler fra Solsystemets oprindelse" (Meteorites - time capsules from the Solar System's origin). Haack's research and expeditions are highlighted, including his two-month stay in Antarctica in 1999-2000 as part of an American-led expedition to the Queen Alexandra Range, approximately 500 km from the South Pole. He also investigated the possibility of finding meteorites in Greenland in 2004 and searched for large Cape York iron meteorites in the Thule area in the spring of 2012. The book also covers the extensive meteorite collection at the Geological Museum's Solar System Exhibition. The article notes that over a hundred tons of material from space fall to Earth daily, suggesting numerous opportunities for finding meteorites. It is estimated that about three meteorites fall in Denmark annually, potentially leaving around 300 in the Danish landscape over time. The author, Henning Haack, welcomes inquiries about potential finds.

• Book Details:
• Title: Meteoritter - tidskapsler fra Solsystemets oprindelse
• Pages: 189
• Price: 169.95 DKK
• Publisher: Gyldendal
• Year: 2012
• ISBN: 9788702135503

Norwegian Autumn Northern Lights - with a Fireball

Photographer Ole C. Salomonsen from Tromsø, Norway, describes capturing what he considers the largest fireball he has ever photographed. On the evening of September 20, 2012, during a display of the Northern Lights, he captured an image of a spectacular fireball reflected over his favorite mountain, "Otertinden," located about a 90-minute drive from Tromsø. The fireball lasted approximately 6-7 seconds before disappearing behind the mountain, which is over 1,350 meters high. Salomonsen was positioned 600 meters from the mountain's base. He notes the presence of fantastic blue colors surrounding the fireball's edges, describing it as an unprecedented sight. The photograph was taken with a Canon EOS 1D-X and a Nikon 14-24mm lens.

• Related Images:
• A view over Tromsø and its surroundings in midnight sun, photographed from a nearby mountaintop on June 15, 2012.
• An image showcasing the experience and capture of the Northern Lights during the dark winter months.
• A photograph of Ole C. Salomonsen with his equipment on April 18, 2012, with moonlight, Northern Lights, and the sun below the horizon.

Salomonsen provides links to his Facebook page, website, and Vimeo channel for more of his work.

Meteor Caught by All-Sky Camera

An astrophotographer named Hermann Koberger captured a meteor over Southern Germany/Austria on September 18, 2012, using an all-sky camera. A link is provided to a German UFO reporting website for more details.

Spectacular Sky Show Over Ireland and Scotland

On September 21, 2012, many people in Ireland and Scotland witnessed a prolonged "light show" caused by numerous meteors or burning space debris. The event, which lasted for several seconds, led several observers to contact local emergency services. The article includes links to various YouTube videos and a Space.com article documenting this phenomenon.

The Hubble Space Telescope: Assembled from the Deepest Rum Photos

The issue features an article about the Hubble Space Telescope's deepest photograph of space, assembled from over a decade of observations. This composite image reveals galaxies that existed as early as 450 million years after the Big Bang. The photograph showcases spiral galaxies resembling the Milky Way and Andromeda, as well as older red galaxies that are no longer forming new stars, and yellow galaxies. The article provides links to Jyllands-Posten for more information and NASA's website for higher resolution images.

Read UFO Reports at www.ufo.dk

Readers are directed to www.ufo.dk to read the latest UFO reports and observations submitted to SUFOI (Skandinavisk UFO Information).

Become a Member of SUFOI's Support Circle

Skandinavisk UFO Information is a volunteer-run organization dedicated to providing the public with serious information about the UFO phenomenon through ufo.dk and registering observations of unusual aerial phenomena. The organization seeks financial support through its "Støttekreds" (Support Circle) for 250 DKK per year, which helps fund their operations and investigations. Members receive a free title as a thank you. Payment can be made via giro or bank transfer.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO phenomena, astronomical events like meteor showers and auroras, and scientific explorations of space, such as meteorite research and Hubble telescope discoveries. The editorial stance appears to be one of promoting serious investigation and information dissemination regarding UFOs and related topics, as evidenced by the support for SUFOI and the provision of links to their resources.