UFO Mail - No 205 - 2015

Magazine Overview

Title: Skandinavisk UFO Information
Issue: nr. 205
Date: 8. oktober 2015
Publisher: Danmarks UFO Forening

This issue of Skandinavisk UFO Information, published by Danmarks UFO Forening, focuses on the activities and findings of SUFOI's Photo Department. It details several cases where observers reported unusual luminous objects in the sky, which, upon investigation, were identified as celestial bodies or atmospheric phenomena.

SUFOI's Photo Department Investigations

Case 1: Fuglebjerg, June 11, 2015 An observer in Fuglebjerg reported a strong luminous sphere filmed around midnight. The observer noted a plane flying nearby that did not resemble the sphere. SUFOI's Photo Department concluded that the timing of the recording, around 23:22:05 DST, reasonably coincided with a visible passage of the International Space Station (ISS) moving from west to east across the southern sky.

Case 2: Ishøj, July 30, 2015 An observer in Ishøj sent in a video of a "spinning" object with a constant light, unlike the blinking lights of an aircraft. After zooming in on the video, SUFOI's Photo Department, in collaboration with Tycho Brahe Planetarium, identified the object as the International Space Station (ISS). The analysis of the object's movement and the precise timing confirmed it as an ISS passage.

Case 3: Vordingborg, September 9, 2015 An observer in Vordingborg photographed a bright light below the Moon in the eastern morning sky. The photograph, taken with an iPhone 6, showed a slightly out-of-focus, large luminous spot. Astronomical software confirmed that the object was the planet Venus, visible as the morning star.

Case 4: Ishøj, September 15, 2015 An observer sent in a short film of a very bright, stationary object that appeared to light up extra, almost blinking, for about 20 minutes. The observer initially wondered if it was an exploding star or solar flare. SUFOI's Photo Department, after receiving the footage, identified the object as the planet Venus. The report notes that Venus had been exceptionally bright in the September 2015 morning sky, leading to multiple similar observations.

Case 5: Haslev, September 16, 2015 An observer in Haslev reported waking up to a very bright, stationary star-like object. The observer took three pictures with a mobile phone, one of which was zoomed in. While initially unsure, the observer was convinced by SUFOI's explanation that the object was the planet Venus, visible in the eastern sky.

Case 6: København, September 19, 2015 An observer in Copenhagen reported seeing a luminous object with a pentagram shape for 20 minutes over Papirøen early on the morning of September 19, 2015. The observer contacted the police, who had no reports. SUFOI's Photo Department analyzed the photos and concluded that the object was the planet Venus. They noted that Venus was remarkably bright on the eastern horizon that morning.

Case 7: Odense M, September 8, 2015 An observer in Odense photographed halo phenomena and a small round object. The object appeared in different positions relative to the halo, sometimes white like the Sun, other times more greenish. The observer questioned if it was the Sun due to its size and appearance. SUFOI's Photo Department, after analyzing the photos and comparing them with astronomical data, confirmed that the object was the Sun. Some images showed an inverted green reflection of the Sun, likely due to camera focus issues and atmospheric conditions.

Special Features

Andreas Mogensen and Sky Phenomena This section reports on astronaut Andreas Mogensen's successful attempts to photograph sprites (red fairies) and blue jets (blue lightning) from space. Experts from DTU Space discovered that the blue jets pulsed, a new finding. The article also mentions Andreas Mogensen's visit to Tycho Brahe Planetarium after his mission to ISS, where he spoke with schoolchildren.

Book Series: Fakta & Myter The magazine promotes the book series "Fakta & Myter," which aims to provide readers with a grounded guide to the UFO myth. The latest title, "Project Saucer: Da ufomyten blev skabt," is highlighted as the seventh and final book in the series.

SUFOI Membership An appeal is made for readers to join SUFOI's "Støttekreds" (Support Circle) with a donation of 250 DKK to help fund the organization's work in providing information about UFOs and investigating sightings. Members receive a free book title.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout this issue is the identification of anomalous sky phenomena, with a strong emphasis on debunking UFO sightings by identifying them as known celestial bodies (planets, ISS) or atmospheric events. SUFOI's Photo Department, in collaboration with astronomical institutions like Tycho Brahe Planetarium, plays a key role in this identification process. The editorial stance is one of providing factual, scientific explanations for reported sightings, thereby demystifying the UFO phenomenon and educating the public about astronomy and atmospheric science. The magazine also promotes engagement with the UFO topic through book series and membership in SUFOI.