UFO-Nytt - 1986 No 3

Magazine Overview

Title: VÄSTERBERGSLAGENS UFO NYTT
Issue: nr3 1986
Publisher: Västerbergslagens UFO-förening
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish

This issue of UFO Nytt, published by the Västerbergslagens UFO-förening, serves as a newsletter for its members, appearing four times a year. The cover prominently displays the title 'UFO NYTT' over a stylized map of Sweden, with the issue number and year 'nr3 1986' clearly visible.

From the Editors

The editorial section, 'FRÅN REDAKTIONEN', apologizes for the slight delay in publishing issue number 3, attributing it to the editor Bernt's recent return from vacation. Issue number 4 is already being prepared for a Christmas release. This issue features a significant article from the investigation group and includes press clippings submitted by readers. Two astronomy quizzes are announced with prizes. A reprint of 'Sammanställningen av Dala-händelserna 1985' is available for 35 kronor via postgiro.

Upcoming 'OBS-kvällar' (observation evenings) are scheduled for October 26, November 11, November 30, and December 16, with a contact number (79146) for registration. These evenings will take place at different locations. A general meeting for the association is scheduled for Thursday, November 20, 1986, at TrekrokarsGata 15 at 19:00.

Readers are encouraged to submit clippings from daily and weekly newspapers that might be of interest. Membership fees for 1987 are 60 kronor, and 25 kronor for those under 16. The address for the association is Västerbergslagens UFO-förening, Box 71, 771 01 Ludvika.

From the Investigation Group

The 'FRÅN UNDERSÖKNINGSGRUPPEN' section addresses members, acknowledging the start of autumn and the need for renewed efforts. It notes that many UFO organizations face challenges, including declining subscriptions for UFO Sverige's magazine. The group believes that interest in UFOs has not diminished and questions what members truly desire, suggesting a mix of intriguing stories and factual information. They emphasize the good cooperation within their own association.

There is a mention of interest in parapsychology, but its inclusion depends on future research. The group highlights their ten-year effort to build trust with journalists and the public in Dalarna, which has led to numerous UFO observations and well-known investigations. They are building a network with various institutions and plan to feature older cases in the magazine for new members. Upcoming events for late autumn and winter include a "project" similar to the one in Hessdalen, Norway, which requires significant participation. Contact persons for this project are listed as Gudrun (79146), Joham (80082), Conny (71315), and Börje (81900).

A member managed to obtain UFO reports via TT news agency, but after an initial batch in 1985, there were no further reports in April of the current year, despite searching for 'light phenomena'. The section questions whether UFO reports are being suppressed. It also notes that while UFO events are reported in Brazil, there is silence from Swedish media.

A new UFO association reportedly formed in Borlänge is unknown to many. The investigation revealed that no such persons exist, and some individuals claiming to be UFO speakers book events but do not appear. This is considered strange given the advertisements and costs involved.

A Norwegian newspaper quoted a remote viewer from 1982 predicting significant UFO activity in Dalarna, which the authors feel has come true. An UFO detector in Enköping registered activity on December 31st and January 9th, though no reports were filed by the local group at that time.

The section concludes by urging readers to keep an eye on weekly magazines like Allers and Hemmets Journal, which have featured interesting UFO articles. They hope to see both familiar and new faces at the OBS evenings and remind readers to mark the 'Projekt' in their calendars.

Witness Accounts

Several detailed witness accounts are presented:

• Lena Bäcklund (Rättvik, January 14, 1985): While driving, her car's headlights and dashboard lights suddenly went out, the engine died, and an intense light enveloped the car for about 30 seconds. Afterward, the car started, and a strong burning smell and a tingling sensation in her mouth and teeth were noted. The weather was clear and about 30 degrees Celsius below freezing.

• Gösta Norell (Gröntuv, April 1967): While on his way to work early one morning, he saw a formation of five intensely red-glowing lights flying about 20-30 meters above his car. The lights reflected on his hood. The objects accelerated and disappeared. The weather was clear and about 10 degrees Celsius below freezing, with no sound heard.

• John Fahlen (near Ludvika, 1979 or 1986): While at their summer cottage, John and his wife saw a 'new' star on the horizon that grew larger and approached them, reaching about 3/4 the size of the moon before veering west and disappearing. They felt scared by the unnatural event. It was dark, around 9 PM, and the observation lasted 3-4 minutes.

• Maude Karlsson (Hällefors, October 15, 1981): While walking through a park, she heard a loud sound and saw a brightly shining craft in the sky, described as cigar-shaped, about 75 meters away. It had red lights at one end and four windows. A blue-white light shone from the windows, and it moved slowly without wings. The craft disappeared in a southeasterly direction after about 4 minutes.

• Anonymous (Idre, October 29, 1981): A woman saw a silver-white object hovering silently at tree-top height for about 10 minutes before it suddenly disappeared. The object was described as the size of a full moon, slightly flattened, with a rectangular, slightly bent protrusion. The time was 15:00, and the weather was clear, dry, and windless.

• Anonymous (Idre, November 25, 1981): A man observed a silver-white object moving from west to east at a low speed, about the size of a full moon, round with a rectangular field in front. It flew at tree-top height, illuminating the trees. No sound was heard. The area is inaccessible due to cliffs and rocks. The temperature was -17 degrees Celsius, and the observation lasted about 30 seconds.

• Fru Knutssen (Lindesberg, October 8, 1981): While hanging laundry, she saw a strange cigar-shaped object hovering at tree-top height. It moved slowly westward, then turned and disappeared eastward. It was described as diamond-like in color and emitted smoke puffs as it moved silently without wings.

• Gösta Karelivs (Heden, February 17, 1978): A bus driver noticed a bright red, glowing ball in the sky. He stopped the bus, and everyone watched as it moved slowly from north to south for about 5 minutes without any sound. The time was 24:00, and it was 30 degrees Celsius below freezing.

• Margit Sjöö (Ludvika, September 25, 1980): While preparing for dinner, the radio suddenly went silent, and they saw a flying object over Lake Väsman. It was white on top and black underneath, large enough to cover a woman's hand at arm's length. It moved silently in a straight line towards Söderbärke. After the object passed, the radio sound returned. The weather was cloudy with drizzle.

• Paul Hellberg (Nyhammar, April 9, 1986): He observed two white, tubular objects with red rear ends flying at high speed from southwest to northeast, about 1000-1500 meters high. No sound was heard, and aviation and military authorities confirmed no aircraft were in the area.

• Anonymous woman (Ludvika, May 13, 1986): While on her way home, she saw two orange-colored objects, described as football-sized, with clear outlines but no emitted light. They were about 2-300 meters away. The weather was foggy and cloudy. The next day, no traces were found on the ice.

Further Reports

• Laila Danielsson (Smedjebacken, May 1978): From her third-floor apartment, she saw a strange light over the treetops, resembling a dull light bulb. The object turned on its edge with a trembling motion and disappeared rapidly upward. The observation lasted about 30 seconds. The weather was clear with a few clouds.

• Sundborn (August 6-7, 1979): Two boys reported a bright orange object in a field outside their house. Police officers investigated but before they could reach the object, it ascended with increased brightness and flew away. The object was described as round and somewhat flattened. The weather was clear, cool (5 degrees Celsius), and windy with fog banks and a nearly full moon. Police noted the boys' fear and described the event as 'unexplainable'. Later, four imprints and a burnt patch were found in the field, along with a square area that appeared to have been 'taken out' of the ground.

UFO Sverige Analysis

The first half of 1986 saw 46 reports sent to UFO Sverige's report center. Of these, 16 were classified as UFO (unexplained), 18 as IFO (likely explained), and 12 as unspecified. The autumn season is also proving to be active.

• Nelly Eriksson (Nyhammar, September 12, 1986): Saw a blinding light from the southwest, the size of a full moon, which then dimmed and moved with a rhythmic, wobbling motion. The sharp light revealed a metallic object shaped like a cross. It disappeared silently and at low altitude.

• Anonymous woman (Malung, night of September 12-13, 1986): Saw a metallic, chrome-colored object with a corona of light, moving slowly and silently over the rooftops. It was the size of a full moon with a short purple 'tail'.

• Anonymous man (Eskilstuna, night of September 12-13, 1986): Saw a large, blinding light moving at high speed while he was working on his car stereo. He contacted the police.

These three reports from the same night in different locations (Eskilstuna, Nyhammar, Malung) are noted as potentially being the same object, forming a near-straight line on a map.

NEDRÄKNING? (Countdown?)

This section discusses a growing public awareness of strange occurrences and a perceived deterioration in human relations. It suggests a 'master plan' is underway and that 'UFO beings' might be involved in the planet's 'downfall', citing the principle 'As above, so below'. The author also raises the possibility of 'walk-ins' – non-human entities inhabiting human bodies – as a potential explanation for many problems.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO sightings and unexplained aerial phenomena, primarily within Sweden. It emphasizes the importance of witness testimony, investigation, and the challenges faced by UFO organizations in gaining public and media attention. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these phenomena, encouraging reader participation and sharing of information. There's a recurring theme of potential suppression of information and a sense of urgency regarding global changes, hinting at a broader, possibly conspiratorial, context for UFO events.

This issue of the magazine, dated January 1980, focuses on a significant UFO and humanoid encounter in Kestenga, Russia, and delves into the complexities of US-Soviet space cooperation. It also revisits the Tunguska event and includes reader-submitted puzzles and letters.

Meeting with a Humanoid in Kestenga: Russia

The primary article details an extraordinary event that occurred in Kestenga, Russia, on January 7, 1980. Forest workers Ari Sarvi (36) and Mauno Erkko (38) were returning home around 4:00 PM after setting wolf traps when they observed a bright, luminous object in the sky. The object, described as a red, pulsating cloud surrounding a solid core, descended to approximately 60 meters above them. It then stopped, and a cylindrical pillar, like a leg or pillar, extended from its underside, drilling into the snow until it reached the ground. The object was about 4 meters above the snow surface, and the pillar was about 1 meter in diameter. The disc itself was estimated to be 7 meters in diameter.

Suddenly, a light beam shot out from the disc, etching a sharp red ring in the snow. The men were frozen in fear. Sarvi then felt someone touch him and pull at him. He turned to see a small figure, about 1 meter tall, with thin arms and legs and a waxy face. The creature wore a dark green bodysuit and boots. Sarvi described it as "unbelievable how the being could have come behind them from the disc." He noted the figure seemed to consist only of skin and bones, with a black, stubby tube dangling from its neck. The creature made no sound, and its face was expressionless. Sarvi stated, "He looked more dead than alive." Erkko described the being as self-luminous, with a practically white face, lacking visible mouth or eyes.

Neither of the forest workers had heard of UFOs. When questioned by scientists, they were confused. Erkko jokingly wondered if it was the devil.

In a moment of panic, Sarvi instinctively threw his ski pole at the figure. The creature then aimed its weapon at Sarvi, emitting a short, pulsating beam of light that blinded the men. Sarvi felt a searing pain and feared permanent blindness. After 2-3 minutes, their vision returned. The area was again covered in a reddish mist, and they saw the disc emitting red and purple "sparks" that hit them but felt neither warm nor cold. The mist thickened and then dissipated completely after about 5 minutes, along with the disc. The men never saw the object leave.

However, people in town did witness a luminous object rising from the treeline on the western outskirts of Kestenga, ascending into the sky and disappearing in a northerly direction, corroborating the workers' experience.

After the encounter, Sarvi discovered he was paralyzed on his right side and fell when he tried to ski. Erkko helped him to the treeline and then skied to Kestenga for help. He decided against reporting the incident, fearing disbelief. Instead, he borrowed a horse and sleigh.

Sarvi recovered from the paralysis within half an hour but was weak and frozen. During the journey home, Sarvi experienced hallucinations, muttering, "Don't shoot, little man, don't shoot!" He then lost consciousness. Upon returning home, he was placed in bed and later regained consciousness, complaining of body aches. He began vomiting. Doctor Kossola was called and noted Sarvi had a high temperature, suspecting shock. A urine test revealed it was black. Sarvi was given a sedative and slept for 24 hours. The doctor reported the incident to the captain of the Kestenga militia, who in turn reported it further.

When scientists arrived four weeks later, Sarvi was slowly recovering but still suffered from persistent headaches, back pain, and memory lapses. Erkko had recovered from his symptoms, which included arm and chest pain, swollen eyes, and balance problems. Both men experienced nightmares. The symptoms suggested shock and possible radioactive radiation. Scientists Vladimir Azgazha and Felix Zigel investigated, and many townspeople reported seeing strange objects in the sky, often described as cigar or disc-shaped. The reports were so numerous that residents were asked to report their observations directly to the UFO researchers. Many letters were received, and residents organized 24-hour surveillance, documenting all reports. In less than a year, 135 UFO observations were made in Kestenga alone.

Professor Zigel concluded that the area in northern Karelia might be a "corridor" for UFOs visiting Earth, with Kestenga potentially lying directly under their flight path.

Similarities to a Finnish UFO Report

The article draws parallels between the Kestenga incident and a well-known report from Finland in 1970, involving Aarno Heinonen and Esko Viljo, who observed a UFO with a humanoid. Both incidents occurred on January 7th, with a 10-year interval. In both cases, the witnesses were forest workers, aged 36 and 38 respectively. The times were 4:45 PM in Finland and 4:00 PM in Kestenga. Both UFOs were surrounded by a reddish mist. The craft were metallic, with three hemispheres on the underside. A similar beam with a red circle was perceived, about 1 meter wide. In both cases, a humanoid appeared without the witnesses seeing how it emerged. In Finland, the being held a black box, while in Kestenga it was a black, stubby tube. The humanoid was described as small, thin, with a waxy pale face. The overalls and boots were green. Both Heinonen and Sarvi experienced paralysis on their right side. The symptoms were identical, and doctors in both cases suspected radioactive radiation. However, the Finnish forest workers reportedly suffered slightly worse injuries.

You Can Bet On It!

This section discusses a betting offer from the British firm LADBROKES, which accepted bets on whether an extraterrestrial being would land on Earth within a year, with odds of 250 to 1. The author questions why the odds are not much higher if the firm doesn't have inside information. A letter exchange with Ladbrokes' Director, Patnaa Pratt, is included. The definition of an "alien" for the bet is "a being that can speak and write and is capable of reproduction." The author speculates that Ladbrokes might know something, given their definition of an alien.

USA-Soviet Cooperation in Space: In Secret

This article, by A. Lars Lundblad, questions whether the rivalry between the USA and the Soviet Union is merely a show. It states that despite the official halt in space cooperation in December 1979 following the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, the collaboration has continued, often with France acting as an intermediary.

The official cooperation began in July 1975 with the Apollo-Soyuz docking. However, when Soviet tanks crossed the Afghan border, space exercises were supposedly halted. The article reveals that US and Soviet space experts have continued to cooperate, with the US president and advisors downplaying this to maintain public perception.

A recent example of this secret collaboration involved the Soviet space probes "Vega 1" and "Vega 2," launched in December 1984, which were destined for Venus and Halley's Comet. Professor John Simpson from the University of Chicago had designed an instrument to collect microparticles from the comet's tail. Initially intended for the European Giotto spacecraft, there was no room. The Soviets offered space on the Vega probes, allowing Simpson to have two particle collectors in space. This collaboration, however, did not involve direct contact between the superpowers' experts.

Professor Simpson arranged the cooperation through the Max Planck Institute in West Germany. NASA funded the instrument and associated costs, totaling 2.7 million kronor. The article notes that this