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Summary
This issue of Skandinavisk UFO Information focuses on the work of SUFOI's Photo Department in analyzing various sky phenomena. Several reports detail sightings of luminous objects, which are consistently identified as planets like Venus and Saturn, or celestial bodies like the International Space Station (ISS). The magazine also covers atmospheric phenomena such as sprites and blue jets photographed by astronaut Andreas Mogensen, and halo phenomena. The issue highlights SUFOI's collaboration with Tycho Brahe Planetarium and DMI in identifying these sightings.
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.
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Key Incidents
An observer reported a strong luminous sphere that flew from west to south, with a plane flying nearby that did not resemble the sphere.
An observer filmed a rotating object with a constant light, described as 'spinning like a stone', which was later identified as the International Space Station (ISS).
An observer photographed a bright light below the Moon in the eastern morning sky, identified as the planet Venus.
An observer filmed a very strongly luminous object that appeared to light up extra, almost blinking, and remained stationary for 20 minutes, initially suspected to be a star or solar flare, later identified as Venus.
An observer reported a bright star-like object that remained stationary, later identified as the planet Venus.
An observer reported a luminous object with a pentagram shape seen for 20 minutes over Papirøen, later identified as the planet Venus.
An observer photographed halo phenomena and a small round object, which was identified as the Sun, with some images showing an inverted green reflection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SUFOI's Photo Department's conclusion regarding the luminous sphere seen in Fuglebjerg?
SUFOI's Photo Department concluded that the luminous object was likely the International Space Station (ISS) due to its timing and trajectory, coinciding with a visible passage of ISS across the southern sky.
What was the luminous object observed in Ishøj identified as?
The luminous object observed in Ishøj was identified as the International Space Station (ISS), based on precise timing and astronomical data.
What celestial body was frequently observed in the eastern morning sky in September 2015?
The planet Venus was frequently observed in the eastern morning sky in September 2015, setting records and leading to numerous photographic submissions.
What unusual atmospheric phenomena were photographed by astronaut Andreas Mogensen?
Astronaut Andreas Mogensen photographed sprites (red fairies) and blue jets (blue lightning) during his mission, with experts discovering that the blue jets pulsed, a phenomenon never before documented.
How does SUFOI handle UFO reports?
SUFOI's primary task is to provide the public with serious information about the UFO myth through ufo.dk and to register observations of unusual sky phenomena. They collaborate with planetariums and utilize astronomical data to identify sightings.
In This Issue
People Mentioned
- Ole Henningsen
- Martin Stendelklimaforsker og meteorolog
- Andreas Mogensenastronaut
- Kim Moller Hansen
Organisations
- SUFOI
- Tycho Brahe Planetarium
- DMI
- ESA-NASA-DTU-Space
Locations
- Fuglebjerg, Denmark
- Ishøj, Denmark
- Søllested, Denmark
- Lolland, Denmark
- Vordingborg, Denmark
- Sydsjælland, Denmark
- København, Denmark
- Nyhavn, Denmark
- Amager, Denmark
- Haslev, Denmark
- Odense M, Denmark