UFO-Nytt - 2002 No 1

Magazine Overview

This issue of NETI, a Norwegian magazine focused on UFOs and extraterrestrial intelligence, presents a comprehensive look at sightings and related phenomena, with a particular emphasis on Norwegian cases. The cover prominently features the headline "UFO i Vosseområdet" and "UFO-RINGEN PÅ ESPEVÆR", accompanied by striking imagery of a hovering UFO and the Espevær UFO ring.

Editorial and Organization Information

The magazine is published by NETI, a Norwegian organization for the study of Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence. The issue is dated nr.1 2002. The editor-in-chief is Torgeir Hansen, who also contributes several articles. NETI's fundamental purpose is to collect, process, and spread information about extraterrestrial intelligence, support individuals facing persecution for their beliefs, work for freedom and peace, and advocate for democratic control over questions of extraterrestrial existence and technology. Membership costs 250 NOK per year and includes the "UFO-nytt" magazine, published four times a year.

Articles and Features

Leder (Editorial) by Torgeir Hansen

Torgeir Hansen, elected leader of NETI in March, welcomes readers to a new season. He announces NETI's participation in an alternative fair in Oslo and discusses the magazine's production, now entirely handled in Bergen. He encourages members to submit contributions, especially those willing to translate or share personal experiences with UFO phenomena. Hansen also mentions the ongoing Disclosure Project and recent UFO sightings in Peru, Japan, and Washington, where two F-16 jets were scrambled to intercept an unidentified object.

UFO i Vosseområdet by Kari Mala

This article details numerous UFO sightings in the Voss region since approximately 1984, with a focus on the observations of Gunnar A. Pedersen, a retired resident of Ygre. Pedersen has documented various types of luminous objects, both at night and during the day. One notable daytime sighting involved an X-shaped object with blinking lights. When TV Hordaland attempted to report on this, they suggested it might be a Braathens aircraft, a claim Pedersen refuted by sending the film to Braathens personnel, who confirmed it was not a commercial flight. The article also notes that regular passenger flights are usually too high to be seen at night from Voss.

Several specific observations by Pedersen are listed with dates and descriptions:

• May 15, 1992: A silver sphere with white blinking lights flew west over Sonvesåsen.
• January 29, 1993: A narrow, dark object flew east, later observed as a long, narrow object resembling a narrow 'V' seen from the front. This object was filmed for approximately 4 minutes and described as having a spherical head and a long, narrow body with a dark tail.
• November 3, 1993: A "Cone Object" with red, green, and yellow lights flew west over Ygre and surrounding areas. A video captured a small object flying upwards in front of the main object.
• November 17, 1993: The "Cone Object" flew northwest over Ygre, displaying green lights on the left and slow-blinking red lights on the right. A clear yellow object was seen flying diagonally downwards behind the "Cone Object" during video transfer.
• November 19, 1993: A UFO with a large, steady yellow-orange light flew west, appearing slow and planet-like.
• November 10, 1999: A UFO flew east-southeast over Ygre and surrounding areas, exhibiting sharp, large yellow-white lights in front and blinking lights. It appeared as a large 'X' and had five large round lights.
• January 28, 1999: An object with orange steady lights, resembling a "Christmas tree," was observed flying from behind Mønsberget.
• April 1943: The author's first observation at age 13 involved an orange luminous sphere flying west over Kinne.

The Espevær UFO Ring

NETI representatives Kjell Arne Høviskeland and Tharald Beck visited Espevær in November 2001 to investigate the UFO ring. The ring was discovered on October 7, 1975, by school principal Rolf Eriksen. The article describes the ring as a clear indentation in the ground, approximately 7-10 cm deep and 63 meters in circumference. A symbolic aluminum UFO, six and a half meters in diameter, created by artists Johanne Getz and Vilde von Krogh, is placed at the site. The article recounts witness accounts from the summer of 1975, including Anna Solvang seeing a two-part, bronze, cone-shaped object moving up and down over treetops, and other sightings of fast-moving, silent lights over the sea. The article suggests the ring is evidence of a large UFO landing, noting that even a heavy Sea King helicopter left no mark on the site, and experts from the Air Force could not explain the phenomenon.

F-16-fly jakter på UFO over Washington

This brief report from August 28, 2002, details an incident where two F-16 fighter jets were scrambled to intercept an unidentified flying object (UFO) reported over Washington. The object had disappeared by the time the jets arrived. A military spokesperson stated the mission was to clarify the situation, and a witness, Renny Rogers, reported seeing a fast-moving, light blue object being pursued by a fighter jet. The article also briefly mentions UFO sightings from 50 years prior that briefly overshadowed news of the Korean War and a presidential election campaign.

Besøkende langt vekke ifra - Ble jorden "sådd” tusenvis av år siden?

This article, translated by Torgeir Hansen, explores the idea that extraterrestrial intelligence may have influenced human history and development over thousands of years. It references recent archaeological discoveries, such as ancient cities found underwater and in Peru, and challenges conventional views of human evolution. The author cites Richard Rudgley's work on Neanderthals, suggesting they possessed advanced technology and symbolic structures, and presented evidence of a lunar calendar from 30,000 years ago. Rudgley also noted evidence of acupuncture practiced in Europe 30,000 years ago and Homo Erectus possibly using rafts 700,000 years ago. The article posits that human evolution may have been accelerated by extraterrestrial assistance, referencing Professor Hermann Oberth's belief that humanity received help from "people from other worlds" for its rapid scientific development. It also mentions the Piri Reis map, which allegedly depicts Antarctica without ice centuries before it was scientifically proven, questioning how such detailed geographical knowledge was obtained.

Beviser om den "Første Kontakten"

This section presents evidence of potential early contact with extraterrestrial beings, primarily through art. Robert "Bob" Dean, an American investigator, and Matthew Hurley have collected a portfolio of artwork, including frescoes, tapestries, and paintings, dating back centuries, which depict objects resembling modern UFOs. These artworks range from direct observations to UFOs depicted in religious contexts. The article encourages readers to look for such evidence in galleries and libraries.

One specific example cited is a 12th-century depiction of two knights witnessing flying "shields" or UFOs during a siege in 776 AD, which reportedly caused the attacking Saxons to flee. This event is referenced in the "Annales Laurissenses."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the belief in extraterrestrial intelligence and UFO phenomena, presenting numerous eyewitness accounts, photographic evidence, and historical research. The editorial stance is one of active investigation and a conviction that UFOs are real and their presence has influenced human history. The magazine encourages reader participation and aims to bring the topic of UFOs into mainstream discussion and democratic control. There is a strong emphasis on presenting evidence and challenging conventional scientific and historical narratives. The publication also touches upon the potential for future contact and the implications of humanity not being alone in the universe.

This issue of UFO Magazine, dated September 2002, with the cover headline "Finner grønne menn innen 25 ÅR" (Find green men within 25 years), explores a wide range of topics related to unidentified flying objects (UFOs), extraterrestrial life, and unexplained phenomena. The magazine presents historical accounts, artistic depictions, and contemporary reports, alongside interviews with scientists and cosmonauts.

Historical Sightings and Artwork

The magazine features several historical examples of alleged UFO sightings depicted in art:

• Item 2: A tapestry depicting the life of Mary, with hat-shaped objects, also present in a similar artwork at Notre-Dame in Beaune, Burgundy.
• Item 3: An undated painting by an unknown artist on a wooden drawer belonging to the Earls D'Oltremond in Belgium, showing Moses receiving tablets and several objects in the sky.
• Item 4: An illustration from the year 900 AD depicting a "burning wheel" over Japan.
• Item 5: An extraordinary 15th-century painting titled "Madonna with St. Giovannino" from Palazzo Vecchio, where an object emitting light is depicted above Mary's shoulder, suggesting an event that occurred over 400 years ago.
• Item 6: A 17th-century fresco found in the Svetishoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta, Georgia, showing two plate-shaped objects on either side of Jesus.
• Item 7: An image from the French book "Le Livre Des Bonnes Moeurs" by Jacques Legrand, found in the Chantilly Conde museum, which some claim depicts a balloon, though balloons were not present in France in 1338.
• Item 8: A fresco titled "The Crucifixion" painted in 1350, found at the Visoki Decani monastery in Kosovo, Yugoslavia, which shows two objects with figures inside.
• Item 9: A painting by Carlo Crivelli (1430-1495) titled "The Annunciation" (1486), housed in the National Gallery in London, which includes a detail showing an object shining a bright light above Mary's head.
• Item 10: A painting by Paolo Uccello (1396-1475) titled "La Tebaide" (circa 1460-1465), which features an enlarged section showing a classic UFO.
• Item 11: An extraordinary scene from a painting by Aert De Gelder titled "The Baptism of Christ" (circa 1710), housed in the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge, depicting a classic UFO emitting light beams on Christ and John the Baptist.
• Item 12: An illustration dated 1660, depicting an observation made by two French ships in the North Sea, showing two objects of different sizes.
• Item 13: A large image by Samual Coecius illustrating an extraordinary event in the sky over Basel, Switzerland, in 1566, part of the Wickiana collection.
• Item 14: Illustrations from the book "Journals of Two Expeditions in North-West an Western Australia - 1837, 1838 & 1839" by Lt. Grey, detailing a 19th-century expedition.
• Item 15: A cave painting from Val Camonica, Italy, dated 10,000 BC, depicting two beings in protective suits holding strange equipment.
• Item 16: Petroglyphs made thousands of years ago by Native Americans in the Southwestern USA, depicting a collision of two objects in the sky and a subsequent repair of a crashed craft.
• Item 17: Reptilian-like figures found in Iraq and housed in the British Museum, dated 5000-4500 BC.
• Item 18: A temple wall painting from Kush (Nubia), Egypt, depicting an object resembling a modern rocket with a nose-cone and wings, and possibly a pyramid or flying triangle nearby.

Modern UFO Reports and Scientific Perspectives

The magazine also includes contemporary reports and scientific discussions:

• China Lunar Base: A report from China Daily states that China plans to build a base on the moon by 2010 and is training astronauts for its first manned space mission in 2005.
• Beijing UFOs: An article from Nettavisen reports that several residents in Beijing observed four UFOs with a strong yellow light hovering over the city on April 26, 2002. The objects reportedly moved in pairs at an altitude of about ten kilometers and were visible for about an hour.
• Cosmonaut Testimonies: Several cosmonauts share their experiences:
• Vladimir Kovalyonok (Salyut Mission, 1981): Recounts observing an elliptical, rotating object that split into two golden objects after an explosion of golden light while over South Africa.
• Musa Manarov (Mir Mission, 1981): Mentions an observation during a mission.
• Gennadij Strekhalov (Mir Mission, 1990): Reports seeing something unusual and calling his commander to witness it.
• Pavel Popovich (Russian Air Force): Describes seeing a shining white triangular object flying parallel to his aircraft at high speed between Washington and Moscow in 1978.
• "Magisk Sommer" (Magical Summer) by Torgeir Hansen: This personal account details a summer vacation in Norway where the author and friends encountered what they believe to be a UFO landing site. They describe a circular mark on the ground and a bent tree, and recount a telepathic message about an extraterrestrial reconnaissance craft.
• "AVSLØRING PÅ RUSSISK" (Russian Revelation): This section translates reports from UFO Magazine about cosmonauts' encounters with UFOs, including the testimonies of Kovalyonok, Manarov, and Strekhalov.
• UFO Object for Sale: An article reports that James Hughes is selling an object for 89.5 million kroner, claiming it can explain anti-gravity and was dumped from a UFO. The object has reportedly undergone testing and contains unusual metal alloys.

Future of Life Detection

An article titled "Finner grønne menn innen 25 ÅR" (Find green men within 25 years) discusses the optimism among scientists, particularly Seth Shostak, a senior researcher at SETI, about discovering extraterrestrial life within the next 25 years. Advancements in technology and the exploration of numerous star systems are cited as reasons for this optimism. Shostak suggests that any discovered extraterrestrial life might be artificial rather than biological, and potentially far more advanced than human civilization.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the possibility of extraterrestrial life and UFO phenomena, presenting evidence from historical art, personal testimonies, and scientific speculation. The editorial stance appears to be open to the idea of UFOs and alien visitation, encouraging readers to consider these possibilities and questioning the lack of open discussion or acknowledgment from official sources, particularly in the West. The recurring theme is the persistent presence of anomalous objects and phenomena throughout human history, suggesting that we are not alone in the universe and that evidence has been available for centuries.