UFO-Norge Nytt - 1979 No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-NORGE-NYTT
Issue: Nr. 2 Juni 79 (Volume 1979)
Publisher: UFO-NORGE
Country: Norway
Language: Norwegian
Type: Internal news and contact organ for the national organization UFO-Norge.

Editorial and Organization News

The editorial section (Redaksjonelt) in issue #2 of UFO-Norge-Nytt, dated June 1979, marks the sixth month of the organization's existence and notes that membership has surpassed 60. The editor encourages members to become more active and contribute their thoughts and skills, suggesting potential areas of interest such as UFO detectors, propulsion theories, contact reports, orthoteny, and cosmic philosophy.

The editorial also reflects on the evolving nature of the UFO phenomenon, suggesting it is entering a new phase. The author expresses a strong conviction that Earth is visited and monitored by extraterrestrial civilizations, some of which may be thousands of years more advanced. The belief is that a majority of these visitors would wish to help humanity, but this requires a shift in human attitudes from fear of the unknown to an open and receptive stance. The article emphasizes the significant role UFO organizations play in fostering this change in attitude.

It is noted that UFO activity is influenced by global events, including political and geological developments, and that any potential help from extraterrestrials would likely be on their terms. The importance of information dissemination and public education about UFOs is highlighted as crucial for forming informed opinions.

UFO-Treff Announcement

Following a successful first meeting in Eidsvoll on April 25th, UFO-Norge announced a second meeting for members. This outdoor event was scheduled for Wednesday, June 20th, at 8:00 PM, starting at LILLESTRØM KINO. From there, attendees would proceed to HEKTNERSLETTA in RÆLENGEN for UFO discussions and an observation evening. The location was chosen for a specific reason related to UFOs, which Elbjørg Fjellberg was to explain. Attendees were advised to bring cameras, binoculars, coffee, and snacks, as it could be a late night. A rain date was also mentioned.

UFO Photographed Over Nordfjordeid

A significant article details a UFO sighting and photograph taken over Nordfjordeid in July 1978. The observer, 48-year-old Sonja Osnes, along with her parents, witnessed a bright white object hovering stationary for about half an hour around 4:00 PM on a clear summer day. The object was located in the VNV direction, estimated to be between the farms Haugen and Starheim. After a quarter of an hour, the object began to move linearly, appearing to decrease in size and become more diffuse at the edges before disappearing entirely about an hour after it was first spotted. No sound was heard, and the object maintained its white color throughout.

The photograph, taken with a Konica C35 automatic camera, was slightly overexposed due to incorrect film speed settings, but this was corrected during special copying. The report was brought to UFO-Norge's attention by a colleague of Fru Osnes, Jens Chr. Ek, who vouched for her credibility. Fru Osnes, a lifelong resident of Nordfjordeid, had no prior interest in UFO phenomena. Other reports from Nordfjordeid around the same time mentioned seeing something "mysterious," but contact with these witnesses had not yet been established. The article dismisses the possibility of misidentification with aircraft, gliders, or clouds due to the circumstances and the photograph.

An analysis of the photograph involved creating copies in a photo lab to compensate for overexposure. A 10x magnification of the photo revealed no further details. An experiment in psychometry was conducted, where a psychic person held the photograph. The psychic described feeling intense warmth followed by cold, seeing "people" entering, described as having uniforms, white clothing with folds, and peculiar heads with high foreheads and long backs, along with special smiles and teeth.

UFO-Related Phenomena and Sightings

Jevnaker Sighting: A luminous sphere with a tail was observed near Jevnaker on March 18, 1979. Three generations of a family reported seeing the object, described as a red-yellow sphere with a white, pyramid-shaped tail. While one person suggested it was an airplane, Anders Grovdal and Finn Pedersen (an engineer) disagreed, with Pedersen suggesting it might have been a meteor disintegrating. The object was described as much smaller than the moon, comparable to a five-øre coin.

Meteor Over Eastern Norway: A powerful meteor with a long tail was seen over Oslo and much of Eastern Norway shortly before midnight on April 19, 1979. Pilots landing at Fornebu observed it. Reports indicated it exploded over Holmestrand. Astronomer Johnny Skorve suggested it was a meteor, not a satellite, and noted that the current period was not particularly active for meteors.

Explosion Over Eastern Norway: On May 4, 1979, an object exploded in the sky over Mid-Sweden, causing a significant reaction in both Sweden and Norway. Reports described a bright red-yellow stripe followed by an explosion and a smoke cloud. Some witnesses claimed to see objects falling, leading to speculation of a plane crash. Experts suggested it was likely a meteorite or a satellite fragment. A gardener in Eidsskog described a bright stripe and flash, ruling out a meteorite based on his previous experiences.

Meteor Over Scandinavia: On May 4, 1979, a bright flash over Scandinavia was attributed to a meteor by Docent Bertil Andersson of Lund University, who stated its trajectory and speed made it impossible to be a satellite. However, other sources, including Swedish aviation authorities, considered a satellite or satellite casing as possibilities, especially given reports of loud bangs, potentially caused by a heat shield.

Swedish Sighting (May 4, 1979): Swedish experts are considering two explanations for a light and sound phenomenon observed over Sweden and Norway: a meteorite or a satellite that disintegrated upon entering Earth's atmosphere. There is disagreement among experts, with some suggesting the sound phenomena could be explained by a heat shield on a satellite. Docent Bertil Andersson in Lund believes it was a meteorite, describing it as a "bolide" (a large stone block from space) entering a low trajectory and disintegrating.

UFO Detector Article: The magazine includes a detailed description and schematic for a simple UFO detector designed by Frank Land. The detector utilizes a compass needle that is finely balanced to tilt and make contact when influenced by the magnetic field of a UFO. This contact closes a circuit, activating a buzzer or a signal lamp. Alternative configurations include a counter to measure the duration of the influence. The article advises against placing the detector near iron, steel, or electrical equipment. It also mentions that more advanced and electronic UFO detectors will be discussed in future issues, with potential for members to purchase them at a discount.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO sightings, organizational activities, and the scientific and public perception of unexplained aerial phenomena. The magazine actively promotes the UFO-Norge organization, encouraging member participation and information sharing. There is a clear stance that UFOs are a serious subject worthy of investigation, and the organization aims to educate the public and foster a more open-minded approach to the phenomenon. The editorial emphasizes the importance of UFO research in understanding potential extraterrestrial contact and its implications for humanity. The issue also highlights the global nature of UFO reports, with incidents discussed from Norway, Sweden, and the USA, suggesting a widespread and ongoing phenomenon.