UFO Mail - No 262 - 2018

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-Mail
Issue: nr. 262
Date: May 24, 2018
Publisher: Skandinavisk UFO Information

This issue of UFO-Mail, a Danish newsletter focused on UFO phenomena and related topics, presents several distinct articles and reports.

Observation of a Water Bubble Over Kattegat April 4, 2018

This article, written by Ole Henningsen, details an unusual sighting reported by an observer from Smidstrup Strand in Nordsjælland. On April 4, 2018, at 12:27 PM, the observer witnessed what appeared to be a 'water bubble' rise from the surface of the Kattegat sea, approximately 1 to 1.5 km offshore. The bubble, described as circular and about the size of a tennis ball when viewed at arm's length, rose and then fell back into the water with a 'normal' splash. The observer, who checked the surroundings for any potential source like aircraft, found none. They ruled out birds, as they had never seen waterfowl dive and create such a distinct, circular bubble. The observer also noted the absence of rings in the water, unlike what would be expected from a stone impact.

Further investigation through online searches and consultation with the Tycho Brahe Planetarium, which referred the observer to SUFOI, did not yield an immediate explanation. The observer provided a visual comparison using a 'crystal ball' image found online, stating it was similar to what they saw, with a mirror-like surface, hovering about 2 cm above the water for 1-2 seconds.

The case was posted on the SUFOI Debatforum on Facebook on April 8, 2018, to gather comments and suggestions. Despite efforts, including sharing the information with Swedish UFO enthusiasts, no definitive explanation was found. Initial theories such as a waterspout phenomenon were dismissed after consultation with DMI's senior climatologist, John Cappelen, who stated the weather conditions were not conducive to waterspouts. Other suggestions like illusions involving porpoises, bubble formation from reefs, or explosions from old explosives were also considered and largely ruled out due to lack of supporting evidence like sound or widespread reports. A meteorite impact was also deemed unlikely due to the scale and lack of associated phenomena.

New from SUFOI's Photo Department

This section, also by Ole Henningsen, covers two cases analyzed by SUFOI's photo department.

5280 Højer, March 24, 2018

A video recording from a wildlife camera, taken near Højer, captured an image of five lights in the night sky. After extensive review, SUFOI's Photo Department concluded that these lights were likely reflections from a single row of LED lights on the front of the wildlife camera itself. The slight movement of the lights could be due to the camera cover not being securely fastened, allowing it to shift slightly in the wind. While three of SUFOI's photo consultants found the alignment of the lights with the camera's LEDs to be a strong coincidence, the explanation of internal reflection is presented as the most probable cause.

Photographer's Wildlife Camera Captures Dark Object

Another case involves a photographer's wildlife camera that captured a small dark object low in the sky on May 10, 2017. A magnified view of the object is presented, noting its resemblance to a previous case from 2010. The article suggests that in both instances, the object might be a bird seen from behind with folded wings, captured by the wildlife camera as it flew away.

1371 Copenhagen K, May 13, 2018

A photographer submitted a photo taken on Dronning Louises Bro in Copenhagen during a marathon. The photographer pointed out two white spots in the upper left corner of the image, which appeared to be circular objects when zoomed in. The photographer expressed certainty that these were not technical artifacts due to the light intensity. SUFOI's photo department analyzed the image and concluded that the two lights were reflections of sunlight on a soap bubble. The explanation is supported by the position of the lights relative to the sun's altitude at the time and the shadows visible in the photograph. The photographer found this explanation convincing.

SUFOI's Conclusion and Photographer's Comment

This section reiterates the conclusion for the Copenhagen case, stating that the good image quality allowed for significant magnification, revealing the phenomenon not as a distant object but as a small soap bubble. The upper reflection is identified as sunlight on the outer surface, and the lower reflection as sunlight on the inner surface. The photographer thanked SUFOI for the analysis, finding the soap bubble explanation very convincing, especially with the supporting analysis of the shadows.

Space Trip Return

Written by Ole Henningsen, this article announces the opening of the special exhibition "Rummet tur retur" (Space Trip Return) at the Danish Technical Museum in Helsingør on May 8. The exhibition centers around the Soyuz TMA-18M spacecraft that astronaut Andreas Mogensen used to travel to the International Space Station (ISS) in September 2015. The exhibition allows visitors to learn about Mogensen's mission, see the equipment used, explore the space race to the Moon in the 1960s, and understand the fascination with space and the current state of Danish space research.

The exhibition was opened with speeches by Director Jesper Buris Larsen, museum inspector Torkil Adsersen, Prince Joachim, astronaut Andreas Mogensen, and Culture Minister Mette Bock. The article includes a visual montage from the opening, showing speakers, interviews, and the astronaut interacting with attendees. Visitors can also experience a virtual reality simulation of being in the spacecraft. The exhibition is supported by the Aage and Johanne Louis-Hansens Fond and will be open until November 2018.

Read UFO Reports on www.ufo.dk

This section directs readers to the website www.ufo.dk under the 'Observationer' (Observations) section to read the latest UFO reports submitted to SUFOI.

Become a Member of SUFOI's Support Circle in 2019

This part of the newsletter encourages readers to become members of SUFOI's Support Circle for 2019. It highlights that SUFOI is run by volunteers and its primary goal is to provide serious information about UFO phenomena and register unusual aerial phenomena. A donation of 250 Danish Kroner (or more) helps support the operation of ufo.dk and the investigation of UFO experiences. Members can choose one of four free books as a thank you for their support. The payment details are provided, including a bank account number and instructions for specifying the chosen book.

The four available books are: "Ildkugler over Danmark" (Fireballs over Denmark), "UFO'er - Myter og viden" (UFOs - Myths and knowledge), "Mysteriet om UFO'er" (The Mystery of UFOs), and "Firestorm" by Ann Druffel.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the investigation and explanation of reported anomalous aerial and water phenomena, the analysis of photographic and video evidence, and the promotion of space exploration and scientific understanding. SUFOI positions itself as a serious information provider, aiming to demystify UFO phenomena through careful analysis and public education. The magazine also serves as a platform for community engagement, encouraging reader participation through forums and membership drives. The editorial stance is one of critical inquiry, seeking rational explanations for sightings while acknowledging the ongoing interest in unexplained phenomena.