UFO-Nytt - 1987 No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: VÄSTERBERGSLAGENS UFO NYTT
Issue: 2
Volume/Year: 1987
Publisher: Västerbergslagens UFO-Förening
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish
Publication Frequency: 4 times per year

This issue of UFO NYTT, published by the Västerbergslagens UFO-Förening, presents a collection of articles and reports related to UFO phenomena. The cover prominently features the title 'UFO NYTT' with the year 1987.

From the Editors (Från Redaktionen)

The editorial section introduces the content of this issue, highlighting a mix of translated and original articles. It mentions that reports from the Investigation Group are a recurring feature. Specific contributions noted include a drawing by Ing-Marie Strömberg, a translation of the Rendlesham Forest incident by Birgit Sälgström Säter, and an article by Ingvar Källving on 'Parallel Universes and Other Dimensions'. The editors also mention receiving an interesting letter from a member, with the first question and answer being reproduced, and more to follow in the next issue. Local press clippings about recent events in the Västerbergslagen region are also included. The editorial team encourages members to submit their own stories and debates.

The editorial team consists of Bernt Berglund, Ingvar Källving, and Monica Eriksson. Membership for 1987 costs 60 kronor, with a reduced rate of 25 kronor for those under 16. The postal address is Box 71, 771 01 Ludvika.

How We Receive Visitors from Space If They Land in Sweden (Så här tar vi emot rymdvarelser om de landar i Sverige)

This article, sourced from a report in 'Allers' magazine, explores the hypothetical scenario of extraterrestrial beings landing in Sweden. It references the work of Lennart Lidfors from Stockholm, who has investigated questions at the edge of human knowledge, particularly concerning space.

Lidfors contacted various Swedish authorities to inquire about their procedures for dealing with landed alien visitors. The responses, described as 'surprising', revealed a lack of clear protocols.

• The Defense Staff responded quickly, stating their mission is to defend Sweden's borders against external threats. Domestic threats are handled by the police. They considered an alien landing similar to an airborne landing but concluded it would be a police matter.
• The National Police Board's Security Department (Säpo) reviewed the case and concluded that the mode of arrival and appearance of aliens would not inherently pose security risks. However, they noted that aliens might be detained pending a decision from other authorities, primarily because they would likely lack valid travel documents.
• The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that no international laws exist for such a situation, and existing diplomatic immunity rules do not apply to extraterrestrials.
• The Swedish Immigration Board found it questionable whether immigration laws would apply, as beings from space might not be considered 'aliens' in the legal sense. If immigration law doesn't apply, they cannot be deported.

The article also touches upon the potential danger of alien pathogens. The National Board of Health and Welfare stated that beings considered human cannot be quarantined due to legal restrictions, unless there is suspicion of disease or if they can be classified as animals, which would allow intervention under health protection laws.

The Swedish Board of Agriculture consulted The National Veterinary Institute, whose experts recommended that aliens should be quarantined and subjected to various tests to prevent the spread of infectious agents.

In contrast, The Customs Board's jurists dismissed the question as 'highly hypothetical' and lacking grounding in reality.

The article concludes that bureaucratic Sweden seems unprepared for an open landing, but 'UFOlogists' are not at a loss for ideas.

A drawing by Ing-Marie Strömberg illustrates an alien with a 'PASS' document, seemingly preparing for entry.

A Selection from the Report Files (Ett Axplock ur Rapportpärmen)

This section presents several witness accounts of UFO sightings:

• Anonymous Bus Driver (1976): Reported seeing a strange, aluminum-colored object, the size of an airplane, gliding towards his bus near the county border. The object turned on its edge, appearing as a disc, and accelerated away.
• Britt-Marie Sälgström Säter (December 11, 1984): While cycling, she observed a bright yellow object with a dark red spot moving in a straight line. The object then made a sharp turn, changed shape to oblong, and emitted a light trail before performing sharp zigzag movements downwards.
• Helge Persson (September 18, 1986): Reported a luminous ball ascending from the horizon, leaving a spreading white glow that turned green.
• Annalisa Engelbertsson (April 1986): Observed a luminous, flaming object in the sky, about a quarter the size of the full moon, for approximately 15 seconds.

UFOs Are a Reality! (UFO är en realitet!)

This article questions why UFOs are not more readily accepted and why serious research is not being conducted. It highlights that the Dalarna region has experienced significant UFO activity in recent years. Reports are examined without prejudice, but a number remain unexplained. The authors suggest that many sightings go unreported because witnesses fear public reaction or are hesitant to share their experiences, especially if the encounter was frightening.

The article emphasizes the value of each observation for UFO researchers and urges for prompt reporting of sightings. It also calls for scientists to take the UFO question seriously and engage in dedicated research.

It mentions that approximately 20 UFO organizations operate across Sweden, often working on a voluntary basis and facing challenges with authorities and public understanding. The material gathered by these groups is considered valuable but largely ignored. The authors believe solving the UFO mystery is one of humanity's greatest challenges.

This section is signed by Berit Bergqvist of the Västerbergslagens UF-förening, Sätergruppen.

The Rendlesham Forest Incident (Rendlesham Forest- händelsen)

This detailed account describes the events that began a few days into 1981, following reports from personnel at the US Air Force Base Woodbridge near Ipswich, England.

Initially, local residents reported strange occurrences, which were dismissed as a possible aircraft crash. However, a week later, a senior officer at the base shared a remarkable UFO story with BUFORA investigator Brenda Butler.

On the night of December 27, 1980, two guards observed a bright, luminous object descending towards the base, apparently experiencing difficulties. The object struck several lighting poles and landed in the forest, damaging tree trunks. When reinforcements arrived, the guards and another man located the UFO but were afraid to approach it. Eventually, the object lifted off and departed.

On December 30, another UFO landing occurred in the same forest. Military personnel were ordered to leave their weapons outside the forest area before approaching. Approximately 200 men witnessed the object, described as about 3 meters in diameter and resting on three high legs. A beam of light emerged, from which three short beings (about 1.20 meters tall), two in white and one in dark clothing, descended. The base commander, Lt-Col. Halt, communicated with them using gestures and telepathy. Many witnesses took photographs, but the film was confiscated. Some personnel were terrified and fled.

The article notes that Jenny Randles, writing in FSR issue 6/1984, reported on the continuation of the investigation and the eventual reward for their efforts.

Jenny Randles states that the Rendlesham incident is so significant that it warrants a book, and mentions that a book titled 'Sky Crash' by Brenda Butler and Dot Street, who investigated the case from its early days, was published in 1986.

The history of the case began with rumors that gradually coalesced. Investigators became convinced of a genuine phenomenon. One rumor involved a radar track of an unknown object, with the recording confiscated by US authorities from a British radar installation. Other accounts described a landed UFO and direct communication between base commanders and beings descending via light beams. These reports emerged shortly after the event.

These narratives were initially dismissed by the local population, who were accustomed to military activity and exercises from the two USAF bases in the area. The presence of a top-secret radar station nearby is also noted as relevant.

Randles' initial article for FSR had followed up on reports from pilots, villagers, and farmers, but without conclusive evidence. The radar station denied any knowledge of the incident, and the Ministry of Defence provided no information. The investigators were shocked by the events.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue consistently emphasizes the reality of UFO phenomena, presenting numerous witness testimonies from Sweden and detailing a significant international case (Rendlesham Forest). There is a clear critique of the lack of serious scientific investigation and the bureaucratic hurdles faced when dealing with UFO reports. The magazine advocates for a more open and scientific approach to the subject, highlighting the efforts of volunteer UFO organizations. The editorial stance is one of belief in the existence of unexplained aerial phenomena and a call for greater acknowledgment and research.

Title: UFO-NYTT
Issue: 2
Volume: 1987
Date: March 31, 1987
Publisher: UFO-NYTT
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish

This issue of UFO-NYTT features a comprehensive look at the Rendlesham Forest incident, alongside reports of UFO sightings in Sweden and discussions on cutting-edge physics theories.

Rendlesham Forest Incident: A Deep Dive

The issue dedicates significant space to the Rendlesham Forest incident, highlighting the extensive work of investigators Brenda Butler and Dot Street. The author expresses awe at their dedication, spending years visiting the site, interviewing witnesses, and attempting to gain access to the military base. The investigation is described as potentially cracking the secrecy surrounding UFOs, with the author calling it the most important UFO case they have encountered. The author also notes the profound personal impact of the case and the realization that "those in power" know much more about UFOs than they reveal.

The article details the bureaucratic hurdles faced, including years of ignored letters. A breakthrough occurred on April 13, 1983, when the Ministry of Defence (MOD) sent a letter admitting the event occurred. The letter, dated December 27, 1980, provided a brief description, confirmed USAF personnel as witnesses, stated it was not a crash or secret weapon test, and offered no explanation.

Parallel investigations in the USA by Larry Fawcett (CAUS) and Barry Greenwood (FSR) uncovered similar information. They were contacted by "Art Wallace," a serviceman who claimed to have been stationed at the base in December 1980 and confronted a UFO. Wallace's account included being rendered unconscious and waking in an underground room where a secret collaboration between USAF and humanoids took place beneath the base. His real name is known to the investigators, but he and the investigators have received threats.

The article also discusses the release of documents under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). CAUS initiated action to release documents related to the Rendlesham Forest case. A letter from the US Air Force confirmed the incident, similar to the British MOD's letter. More significantly, a memorandum dated January 13, 1981, from Lt. Col. Charles Halt, then commander at RAF Woodbridge, was released. This memorandum had been in the possession of the British MOD but was initially denied. The MOD claimed ignorance of how the copy reached the USA and denied responsibility for its release, a response described as typical 'ping-pong' diplomacy.

Lt. Col. Halt's memorandum is considered highly significant because his involvement was unknown until the memorandum's release. It details two UFO incidents: the landing on December 27, 1980, witnessed by security men, and an observation on December 30, 1980, where Halt himself and others saw a small UFO flying between trees. Halt's report mentioned physical damage, including triangular imprints and radioactive radiation, though it omitted details like damage to tree trunks. The report was dated two weeks after the event, and it's noted that the MOD knew about the incident before officially stating they only had one document. Radar tapes were reportedly handled by MOD, suggesting they knew why they needed to be removed.

Officially, the Rendlesham Forest incident remains "unexplained" due to media attention. However, the published information and witness testimonies, including those from high-ranking officers and Lt. Col. Halt, are presented as strong UFO evidence. The two landings are seen as just the tip of the iceberg, with many astonishing events occurring around New Year's 1980-1981.

A follow-up article mentions that an article in "The News of the World" about Rendlesham appeared after whispers from BUFORA's international congress in August 1983. The newspaper's reporter, Keith Beabey, spent two weeks investigating the area with Brenda and Dot. The newspaper's efforts were praised for presenting the event accurately and its aftermath. This led to the issue being raised in the House of Commons by Conservative M.P. Sir Patrick Wall, an ally of FSR for 25 years. The pressure is now on both the British and American governments, with FOIA being a key factor.

UFO Sightings in Sweden

The issue also reports on UFO sightings within Sweden.

Avesta Incident: On the night of Sunday, March 16, 1987, a motorist and a truck driver reported seeing a mysterious light south of Karlbo. The observations were made nine kilometers apart, but police believe they are connected. One witness described the light as appearing to come from a crashing airplane, while the other described it as a light phenomenon. Police searches in the area found nothing unusual. Air traffic control in Arlanda confirmed no flights were scheduled in the area. While private planes might have flown at low altitudes, the reported light was seen as high as 1,000 meters. The case has been handed over to Sala police, with the Västra Bergslagens UFO-förening also showing interest.

Grängesberg Sighting: A resident of Björksmu reported seeing what they described as flying saucers over Gudmundberget on two consecutive evenings. The witness, along with their spouse, observed strange light phenomena in the sky. They initially thought the lights came from a mine but realized they were to the side. The lights appeared as a cluster of small red and green lamps, shimmering like a waterfall of lights. Using binoculars, they observed the phenomenon for up to an hour and a half. The position of the lights shifted from one evening to the next. The couple has reported their sightings to the Västra Bergslagens UFO-förening.

Poem: A short poem by Agaton describes a man on his roof observing a UFO.

Scientific Theories: Parallel Universes and Superstrings

The magazine explores theoretical physics, discussing the idea of parallel universes and superstring theory.

Parallel Universes: Two British researchers, supported by three American physicists, propose theories that our universe is covered by a visible parallel universe, potentially containing an unknown number of dimensions. This challenges current scientific understanding.

Superstring Theory: Dr. Michael Green and Dr. Simon Anthony, physicists at Queen Marys College, London, explain superstring theory. It posits that particles smaller than atoms are not individual but parts of a longer, vibrating object called a "superstring." We only perceive the lowest frequencies of these vibrations. Dr. Anthony believes all superstrings exist in a state of permanent vibration.

This theory is considered "sensational" by physicists like Professor Edward Witten. It could revolutionize physics and open avenues for studying dimensions. The theory suggests that there might be an "infinite number" of particles higher up the string, becoming heavier with higher vibration frequencies. This could mean parallel universes exist, and their detection might be possible by measuring faint gravitational waves they emit.

Lost Mass Explanation: The concept of parallel universes is linked to the "lost mass" problem in cosmology. Our universe appears to have significantly more mass than is observable, a puzzle for astronomers. Dr. Anthony suggests that a parallel universe could account for this missing mass, with its mass influencing our universe through strong gravitational waves, appearing as an invisible but measurable force.

Nature of Parallel Universes: Dr. Anthony speculates that these parallel universes might have the "same kinds of particles and forces" as our own, a concept difficult for our minds to grasp. Two forms of matter could exist simultaneously in the same space, unaware of each other, with only gravity being a measurable interaction.

Other Articles

Letter from a Member: The editorial section includes a letter from a member who is corresponding with an interesting individual. The letter asks if extraterrestrial visitors come from a planet and what they want to learn from us. The response suggests they come from a world within the immeasurable universe, among billions of solar systems with planets and moons, some of which are too distant to be observed. A recent discovery by an American research team found a planet-like world 21 light-years away, surrounded by gaseous formations unlike anything known on Earth.

Canada's Space Agency: Canada is planning to establish a new government body for space affairs, a space agency, likely under the Minister of Science and Technology. Currently, space matters are handled by multiple departments.

Scientific Curiosity: The article notes that scientists do not fully understand electricity's electrons, despite their high speeds. It also touches upon the idea of extraterrestrial beings being different from Earth's elements and references a biblical quote from Jesus about earthly and heavenly matters.

Albert Einstein's Beliefs: Professor Albert Einstein is mentioned as being convinced of extraterrestrial beings and objects, believing they represent a superior, intelligent God and power that created the universe.

Good vs. Evil Extraterrestrials: The author warns about "evil" extraterrestrials who are malicious and deceptive, often referred to as "flying saucers." These beings are linked to the "great dragon, the ancient serpent, called the devil, and Satan," who deceives the whole world, as described in the Book of Revelation.

Ozone Layer: A brief report states that former Soviet cosmonaut Georgij Gretjko claims space activities have minimal impact on the ozone layer's thinning. He attributes greater damage to high-flying supersonic planes and chemical compounds like freon.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO phenomena, government secrecy, and the potential for extraterrestrial contact. There's a strong emphasis on investigative journalism, particularly concerning the Rendlesham Forest incident, and a willingness to present witness testimonies. The publication also engages with scientific theories that push the boundaries of current understanding, such as parallel universes and superstring theory, suggesting a belief in phenomena beyond conventional explanation. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging readers to consider extraordinary possibilities and to question official narratives.

This document is a scanned page from a Swedish publication, likely a magazine or newsletter, featuring an article titled "En "Bumerang" i Spanien" (A "Boomerang" in Spain). The issue number is "21", and the date appears to be December 1984, based on the content.

"A Boomerang" in Spain

The article details a personal UFO sighting experienced by one of the publication's consultants. The consultant describes the event as highly unusual for a UFO investigator to personally witness. The sighting took place on December 3, 1984, after the consultant had attended a UFO program on "Radio Star" in Tarrassa, a city near Barcelona, Spain.

Around 10:15 PM, while driving back to Barcelona with Joaquim Pauls and Daniel Villa, the witness's car passed through a wooded area between Tarrassa and Castellar del Vallés. Pauls, who was driving, suddenly exclaimed, "Look, what the heck is that!". All three occupants immediately exited the car to observe the phenomenon.

They witnessed a gigantic craft, shaped like a boomerang, illuminated by numerous blue, white, and red lights. A larger, distinct orange light was situated in the center. The object glided slowly overhead in a north-south direction, perpendicular to their road.

In comparison to the full moon, the craft was estimated to be twice as large. The witnesses judged its altitude to be approximately 300 meters. After the car's engine was turned off, a profound silence ensued, during which they believed they might have heard a faint humming sound, though they were not entirely certain.

The object continued its majestic journey southward and soon disappeared behind trees near a hill. The witnesses were left stunned.

The consultant provided a sketch of the object, noting that it resembled a giant glider or a "Delta" wing more than anything else. They commented that gliders or "Delta" wings typically do not emit such a quantity of lights at night.

Since Joaquim Pauls and Daniel Villa were radio enthusiasts and hosts of the "Radio Star" program, they issued a call through their station and other local radio stations for any other eyewitnesses to come forward. However, as of the writing of the article, no other reports had been received, which the author found surprising given the time of night (10:15 PM) in Spain.

The article concludes by questioning the nature of the sighting, ruling out a jet plane due to the low altitude and the lack of a deafening roar that such an aircraft would produce at that height.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The publication appears to focus on UFO phenomena and eyewitness accounts. The editorial stance seems to be one of serious investigation and reporting of such events, as evidenced by the detailed recounting of the sighting and the attempt to gather corroborating evidence. The article highlights the personal experience of an investigator, lending a unique perspective to the reported event.