UFO PRESS - No 09 - (Octubre 1978)

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO PRESS
Issue: 9
Volume: III
Date: October 1978
Publisher: SIU (Servicio de Investigaciones Ufológicas)
Country: Argentina
Language: Spanish

Editorial

The editorial marks the beginning of UFO PRESS's third year of publication, reflecting on the improvements made in presentation and content. The main objective for the upcoming period (late 1978 and 1979) is the establishment of a network of field investigators across Argentina. Readers will receive a detailed report on the internal organization of this network. Concurrently, the SIU is preparing a Manual or Guide for the Investigator, based on materials from the Belgian group SOBEPS and the US organization MUFON, which is expected to be ready by March or April 1979.

Another significant objective for 1979 is the creation of a computerized UFO database, a project that has been in development for over two years. Initially, it will focus on Argentine Type I cases, with subsequent expansion to all Argentine cases and Type I cases from foreign sources. A detailed report on the database's functionality will be published in a future issue, with implementation estimated before the end of 1978.

The editorial also announces a national UFO investigators' meeting in Rosario (Santa Fe) from December 8-10, 1978, in which UFO PRESS and SIU will be represented. The magazine promises to comment on this encounter in its January issue. The director expresses gratitude to the readers for their continued support and patience during difficult times.

A separate communication announces the separation of Sr. Heriberto Janosch from the Servicio de Investigaciones Ufológicas, with Sr. Emilio Caldevilla taking over his position starting October. Caldevilla is noted as the ex-Director of the UFO group SADIE and an experienced analyst and investigator.

Articles

EL ATERRIZAJE DE ORIENTE (The Oriente Landing)

This article, by Roberto E. Banchs, details an incident reported by Eduardo Ignacio Calle, a 20-year-old agricultural worker near Oriente, Argentina. On May 14, 1973, at 10:30 PM, while driving on a rural road, Calle's Fiat 1500 car engine stopped, and the electrical circuit failed. Upon exiting the vehicle with a flashlight, he observed an intense, blinding luminosity over a nearby field, resembling a circular beacon that illuminated the area. The light source then ascended vertically to about 30 meters, crossed the road, and settled on uncultivated land. Calle quickly returned to his car, which then functioned perfectly.

The investigation, based on initial newspaper reports and interviews with the correspondent Earle Néstor Alvarez, notes that the witness, Eduardo Calle, is accessible and clear in his account. The phenomenon itself was described as a luminous circular focus emitting an intense beam, rather than a distinct object. It appeared to rotate approximately three times every five minutes. The article also mentions the possibility of electromagnetic effects, referencing a report from the University of Colorado's Project.

Las huellas en la tierra (The Ground Traces)

The investigation at the Meñaca family's farm revealed three distinct circular ground marks, not two as initially reported. The first mark was the most distinct, with concentric rings (15 cm outer, 70 cm inner) and unusual vegetation. The second mark was smaller and similar, located about 26 meters away. The third, about 8 meters further, had a diameter of approximately 7 meters and was covered with a substance resembling grape skin, with the outer side blackened and the inner side green and moist. Unusually large mushrooms were also found near the circles.

Analysis of the marks, conducted 35 days after the event, found no unnatural magnetic alterations. Soil samples were analyzed radiometrically at the Ezeiza Atomic Center, revealing radioactivity levels below 10 picocuries of gamma emitters, considered normal. The soil within the circles showed a high concentration of plant detritus and a darker color, suggesting exposure to heat, though not intense enough to destroy all organic matter. The interior of the circles exhibited a notable contrast with the exterior, showing increased humidity.

Conclusiones acerca de las marcas (Conclusions about the Marks)

The article draws several conclusions: the marks were likely made by a single object, not three; the difference in diameter is due to varying altitudes of the object; the circles were not from the object's full landing but from its emission effects; and the source of emission was located at the object's edges, projecting unidirectionally towards the ground at a 6-degree inclination. The estimated altitudes of the object during the formation of the marks were 2.20 meters (first), 0.80 meters (second), and 3.10 meters (third).

The article also notes the common occurrence of mushroom growth at landing sites in Argentina, citing a similar case from 1968 near Correa. This suggests the UFO may have modified the soil conditions to favor fungal growth, possibly through ionospheric or direct transport of spores.

La morfología de los OVNI (The Morphology of UFOs)

This article by Rubén Morales addresses the need for a systematic classification of UFO shapes. It argues that existing classifications are often subjective and ambiguous. The author proposes to define the most evident morphological types, acknowledging the work of previous researchers and expressing hope for future improvements. The article emphasizes the exclusion of 'point objects,' vague glows, or objects partially obscured by atmospheric conditions from the study, focusing instead on phenomena with a discernible structure.

Morales discusses the challenges of analyzing UFO reports, particularly those from press notes, which often lack detailed descriptions of the object and focus instead on the witnesses' emotional reactions. He highlights how subjective connotations and the fleeting nature of sightings can affect accurate perception and memory. Witnesses may attempt to 'rationalize' the phenomenon by comparing it to familiar objects, leading to terms like 'flying saucers' (coined by Kenneth Arnold) or other everyday items. The article stresses the need for clear typologies and simple designations to facilitate scientific study.

COMENTARIOS (Comments)

This section briefly touches upon the vast number of UFO reports worldwide, noting that many are based solely on witness testimony. However, some cases are corroborated by evidence, suggesting a physical nature to the phenomenon. These events are considered unusual, corporeal, and potentially indicative of intelligence, making their decipherment important.

Bibliographic Updates

This section lists several books and publications related to UFOs:

• "OVNIS, EL FENOMENO ATERRIZAJE" by Vicente Ballester Olmos (Price: 675 pesetas)
• "SI ESTAN" - Compilation of works from STENDEK magazine (Price: 400 pesetas)
• "PONENCIAS TECNICAS DEL CONGRESO DE BARCELONA" - Papers from the December 1977 Barcelona UFO Congress (Price: 350 pesetas)

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around detailed case investigations, particularly the 'Rally Incident' in Argentina, and the scientific approach to understanding UFO phenomena. There's a strong emphasis on systematic data collection, classification, and the potential for electromagnetic effects and physical traces. The editorial stance is one of active investigation and a commitment to building a more structured understanding of UFOs, evidenced by the plans for investigator networks and a computerized database. The magazine also engages with the broader ufological community by reviewing relevant literature and reporting on conferences.

This issue of UFO magazine, identified as issue number 11, focuses on the classification of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and the detailed analysis of photographic evidence, specifically the renowned Paul Trent photographs. The magazine is published by UFO PRESS and features articles in Spanish.

Classification of UFOs

The magazine proposes a detailed classification system for UFOs, emphasizing that object shape cannot be evaluated without considering its size simultaneously. The system is divided into two main categories:

Category I: Phenomena

This category is further subdivided based on size:

• A - Minor Phenomena (0 to 20 meters Ø): Objects with circular symmetry.
• Type I - Espheroidal: Spherical, Oval.
• Type II - Biconvex: Lenticular, Rhomboidal.
• Type III - Planocon-vex: Dome, Hemispherical, Fungiform.
• Type IV - Conical: Conical.
• B - Major Phenomena (20 to 1000 meters in length):
• Type V - Cylindrical or Fusiform: Cylindrical or fusiform.
• Type VI - Delta: Delta-shaped.
• Type VII - Discs: Major Discs.

Category II: Luminous Phenomena and Fluid Phenomena

• A - Luminous Phenomena:
• Type I - EI: Igneous Spheres.
• Type II - HP: Luminous Beams or Projections.
• B - Fluid Phenomena:
• Type III - FE: Stable Form.
• Type IV - FV: Variable Form.

Category III: Particular Phenomena

This category encompasses events with unique characteristics that do not fit into concrete typologies. It includes objects of particular shapes, often isolated and original cases.

#### Specifications for Categories:

• Category I: Solid appearance, with defined and stable contours.
• Category II: Fluid appearance; immaterial or solid with significant modifications in its structure's dimensions.
• Category III: Objects or phenomena of particular shapes, treated as isolated and original cases.

Examples for Category I include spherical, ovoid, lenticular, biconvex, dome-shaped, conical, cylindrical, triangular, and larger versions of Type II and III objects.

Examples for Category II include luminous, spheroidal objects (fireballs), luminous beams, stable fluid forms (like gas or clouds), and variable fluid/solid forms that change shape or size.

Category III includes examples like polyhedral, cubic, annular, hexagonal, and elliptical objects.

Use of the Classification System

The article emphasizes that these classifications are mental ordering systems designed to facilitate analytical work and cataloging. The procedure involves noting the category number, type number, type acronym, and subtype number, separated by hyphens (e.g., 1-III-PC for an inverted plate-shaped UFO the size of a car).

Analysis of UFO Photographs by William Spaulding

This section delves into the computerized analysis of UFO photographs, with a particular focus on the Paul Trent photographs taken in McMinnville, Oregon, USA.

Quality of UFO Photographs

William Spaulding notes that while UFO photographs exist in large quantities, their quality often leaves much to be desired. Photographs are generally classified into two categories: Day Discs (DD) and Night Lights (NL). Day disc photographs offer better precision and information, which is why Ground Saucer Watch concentrates its efforts on them.

The Paul Trent Photographs

In the spring of 1950, Paul Trent captured two sequential photographs of a suspected unidentified flying object. Over 25 years later, these photos were sent to Ground Saucer Watch for analysis using computerized photographic evaluation systems. These images are considered highly controversial and have been analyzed by numerous experts. The Condon Project did not dismiss them as fraudulent, while a later analysis by R. Sheaffer reached opposite conclusions.

Computerized Analysis Methodology

The analysis of the Trent photographs involved several steps:

1. Edge Enhancement: This technique magnifies fine lines and structures, making delicate details clearer for visual analysis. It helps reveal details of the object's elliptical base and the edges of its dome and antenna. This process can also detect threads or wires as small as 0.3 millimeters in diameter at a distance of 4 meters.
2. Color Enhancement / Profiles: This method provides analytical information by determining the object's exact density, the surrounding area's density, the average reflected light, and the relationship between the object's real size and its perspective distance. The colorization process transforms black and white images into color, with different colors representing varying densities. The analysis of the Trent photos revealed a solid, uniform color distribution, with the object appearing darker in the center than at the edges, indicating a circular shape and sharp edges.
3. Digital Conversion: This final test involves converting the images into a digital format. A black and white photograph is considered a continuous tone image. The system used can reproduce images with quality comparable to original continuous tone images by using a grid of 512 horizontal lines and 480 columns (245,760 pixels). Each pixel is assigned a gray value from 0 (black) to 255 (white). The digital conversion of the Trent photographs accurately determined the object's true form, providing information on size, density, reflectivity, and atmospheric effects influencing the object-camera distance.

Findings from the Trent Photo Analysis

The computerized analysis of the Paul Trent photographs indicated that the object was solid, metallic, and several meters in diameter, situated at a considerable distance from the observer. The analysis aimed to clarify points of controversy such as the time of day, apparent size, distance, atmospheric effects, and luminosity distribution.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine advocates for a more serious and specific terminology in ufology to enable better statistical evaluations. It presents a structured approach to classifying and analyzing UFO phenomena, particularly photographic evidence, highlighting the importance of advanced technological methods like computer analysis. The editorial stance appears to be one of rigorous investigation and data-driven conclusions, while acknowledging the complexity and controversial nature of the subject.

This issue of Stendek, a quarterly publication from the Centro de Estudios Interplanetarios, delves into the complex question of whether reported aerial phenomena are Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) or meteor showers. The issue is divided into several sections, analyzing specific sightings and presenting findings from official investigations.

Analysis of Paul Trent Photographs

The first section details the evaluation of photographs taken by Mr. Paul Trent by technicians from Ground Saucer Watch. The evaluation system used digital conversion and computer analysis of the images. The conclusions drawn are:

1. Time Discrepancy: The photographs were taken between 07:30 and 08:00 AM, which differs from the witnesses' verbal report, though it's the only discrepancy noted.
2. Object Size: The photographed object was estimated to be large, around 25 to 30 meters, determined by measuring the resolution of its luminous edges and comparing it to known objects at known distances.
3. Object Distance: The object was at a considerable distance from the camera. Factors like potential hoaxing (e.g., a model on telephone wires), witness inconsistencies, and atmospheric dispersion were considered but deemed insignificant. Digital densitometry revealed a brighter gray value than the garage shadows, indicating a significant distance from the witness.
4. Surface Refraction: The object's surface refraction index was similar to that of a polished metallic surface.
5. Hoaxing Implausibility: A suspended model would need to be perfectly constructed to avoid detection and would require a light source to produce the observed lumen distribution. Examination of the original negatives revealed traces of a suspension element, supporting the computer analysis.
6. Time Between Photos: Digital evaluation of the density in both photographs showed changes in the garage shadows, suggesting a time lapse of approximately 5 minutes (plus or minus 1 minute) between the two shots.
7. Witness Capability: The sophisticated techniques required for a hoax of this magnitude are considered beyond the witness's technical means and knowledge.

This section was translated from English by Betty Viñales and sourced from the Proceedings from the 1976 CUFOS Conference, edited by the Center for UFO Studies.

UFOs or Meteorites? by Roberto E. Banchs

This article questions whether recent aerial phenomena are UFOs or meteorites, referencing sensationalist media headlines. The author clarifies that these are not references to H.G. Wells' 'War of the Worlds' but to recent events. The focus shifts to events in Argentina in May 1978. The author aims to critically examine sensationalist media coverage and present genuine information for study.

The article then compiles a series of episodes from May 4th to May 17th, 1978, for detailed examination:

• May 4th, Villa Mercedes (San Luis): Neighbors reported seeing a squadron of about 50 objects flying in an echelon formation, resembling an arrowhead. The formation split and rejoined without noise. The objects moved at high speed, emitting a blue-green light, and caused temporary radio and TV interference. Sources cited: La Razón and Clarín (Buenos Aires).
• May 6th, Los Toldos (Salta) and other locations: An object reportedly fell in the northwest of the province, causing a violent explosion and a large smoke plume. The event was witnessed by many locals and from Bolivia. A reddish light was seen before the explosion. The object was not found due to difficult terrain. Some witnesses reported multiple objects.
• May 10th, San Juan (San Juan): Five soldiers and a sub-officer reported seeing two groups of UFOs, described as disc-shaped, flying in a triangular formation at high speed.
• May 11th, San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca (Catamarca): A formation of 25 to 30 unusual, luminous objects was observed by police guards, flying at high altitude and disappearing westward. The event was detected around 5:40 AM.
• May 15th, San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca (Catamarca): UFOs were observed on three occasions between 1:30 AM and 2:50 AM, moving in triangle or V formations at high speed and emitting green light flashes.
• May 17th, Rosario (Santa Fe): Approximately 30 objects, described as large stars of light green color, moved in a triangular formation for twenty seconds, advancing southeast to northwest.

Examination of the Situation

This section analyzes the events, particularly comparing them to meteor showers:

1. Timing: The series of observations coincides with the 'Eta Aquarides' meteor shower, which occurs annually between May 4th and 6th and can last up to twenty days.
2. Origin: Most observed phenomena originated from the East, consistent with the radiant point of this meteor shower.
3. Speed: The reported 'extremely high' speed aligns with the explanation of meteoritic fall. The calculated speed of this shower is about 66 km/s, decreasing due to atmospheric resistance. Visual entry at an altitude of 120 km is estimated.
4. Temperature and Light Emission: Objects traveling at such speeds experience intense heat due to air friction, reaching speeds from 40,000 to 260,000 km/h. This heat causes gasification and ionization of the meteor's elements, emitting intense light.
5. Nocturnal Observation: Nocturnal observations are not unusual, as meteor falls are often not visible in daylight.
6. Appearance: The multicolor appearance of these fragments, possibly from comets, is characteristic of aerolites. The blue-green coloration of the supposed UFOs is common. The burning process, starting with iron and calcium, produces blue light that turns green as other elements burn. A final reddish light indicates the silicon nucleus has been reached, as possibly observed in the Los Toldos incident. This confirms it was an aerolite, which impacts the Earth, unlike smaller meteors that burn up.
7. Formation Shape: A 'flotilla' in a V-shape is not significant, as fragments from a meteoroid (bolide) often fall in such formations due to inertial systems and mass distribution.
8. Course Changes: Abrupt course changes are not abnormal for meteors and can be caused by collisions between objects. Apparent maneuvers like splitting and rejoining can be explained as perspective illusions.
9. Radio/TV Interference: Momentary interruptions in radio and television transmissions, as reported in San Luis, can be caused by the ionization of air by falling meteors, which acts as a conductor.
10. Conclusion: Those who observed the phenomena did not err in semantically classifying them as 'UFOs' if they could not interpret them as meteor showers.

Other Publications Mentioned

• Les extraterrestres: A quarterly magazine in French, directed by Gérard Lebat (GEOS), with a postal address in Rebais, France.
• Red de información '78: A UFO information exchange service organized and directed by Roberto O. Sánchez, with a postal address in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

GEPAN: Ufology at the Highest Level by Jean Sider

This section details the history and structure of GEPAN (Groupe d'Etudes des Phénomenes Aéro-Spatiaux Non identifiés), an official French project for UFO research.

• Chronology:
• May 1, 1977: GEPAN was created as an official project under the Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES).
• September 1, 1977: The foundation of GEPAN was widely publicized.
• December 1, 1977: The Scientific Council renewed GEPAN's contract for six months.
• June 1, 1978: The Scientific Council extended GEPAN's activities for a minimum of 12 months after reviewing its 'situation assessment' report.
• September 12, 1978: CNES convened an assembly of private ufologists in Toulouse, attended by over a hundred researchers from forty ufological associations.

• The Toulouse Assembly: The author attended this assembly, representing GEOS. It was significant because, for the first time in over 30 years of UFO research, an official organization accepted and facilitated dialogue with private researchers, revealing the 'situation assessment' report compiled after a year of investigation.

• GEPAN's Structure: GEPAN is organized based on the physical characteristics and behavior of the phenomena investigated and includes seven divisions: 1. Field investigation team (7 engineers, 1 technician). 2. Trace and sample analysis team (7 engineers). 3. Radar contact investigation team (8 electronic engineers). 4. Global report analysis team (20 top-level scientists). 5. Data Bank and statistical team (10 computer scientists and technicians). 6. Coding team (10 analysts, 5 technicians). 7. Optics investigation team (10 experts).

Currently, ten top-level scientists work full-time for GEPAN, with an additional 50 technicians, scientists, and experts serving as consultants or advisors.

• First Conclusions of GEPAN: After more than a year of work, GEPAN presented an 'estimation of the situation' with five basic conclusions: A. Witnesses of incidents investigated by GEPAN have genuinely observed the events they describe (with one exception).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme is the critical examination of aerial phenomena, distinguishing between potential UFOs and natural occurrences like meteor showers. The publication adopts a scientific and analytical approach, referencing witness testimonies, photographic evidence, and official investigations. The editorial stance favors rigorous analysis and challenges sensationalism, presenting GEPAN's structured, scientific approach as a model for UFO research. The comparison between UFO sightings and meteor showers is a central argument, suggesting that many unexplained phenomena may have natural explanations.

Title: El incidente del Rally ¿una teleportación?
Issue: 8
Volume: 8
Date: August-October 1978
Publisher: OVNIS - Un Desafío a la Ciencia
Country: Argentina
Language: Spanish

This issue of OVNIS - Un Desafío a la Ciencia focuses on a peculiar incident that occurred during the Rally de América del Sur in Argentina in August 1978, questioning whether it involved a form of teleportation.

G.E.P.A.N. and UFO Research

The issue begins with a section discussing the French investigation group G.E.P.A.N. (Groupe d'Études des Phénomènes Aérospatiaux Non identifiés). It states that G.E.P.A.N. has not been able to assimilate most reported incidents to known natural or artificial phenomena, with only one exception. Based on evidence gathered by G.E.P.A.N., witnesses have observed material phenomena, similar to flying machines or apparatuses, whose propulsion mechanisms are beyond current scientific understanding. These inferences are supported by G.E.P.A.N.'s techniques for eliminating doubtful observations and identification errors. The study of UFO phenomena, according to the project's scientists, could lead to scientific and technological discoveries that would logically advance humanity's knowledge, making it of fundamental interest.

The article highlights a collaborative effort involving Dr. Poher, who has secured the cooperation of the French Air Force and Navy, and is seeking similar support from the French Army. The Gendarmerie also actively collaborates with the project, though their involvement is limited by their security and border surveillance functions. Significantly, the cooperation of these French security forces with G.E.P.A.N. was not imposed by the central government but arose from the initiative of the individuals within these forces. Currently, G.E.P.A.N. also benefits from the collaboration of major private ufology groups such as GEOS, GEPA, and LUMIÈRES DANS LA NUIT. Dr. Poher plans to organize training courses in field investigation techniques for members of these groups, to be held at the C.N.E.S. facilities in Toulouse.

A note to the reader indicates that a red 'X' in a box on the right side of the page signifies subscription expiration. Renewal is suggested by sending a postal order to Daniel Carlos Folcini for $5000.

The Rally Incident: A Teleportation?

The main focus of this issue is an unusual event that occurred in August 1978, characterized by an increase in UFO activity across Argentina. In August, Unidentified Activity (UA) was concentrated in the western pre-Andean region, specifically in the provinces of San Juan, Mendoza, and Neuquén, with isolated manifestations in Chile at the same latitude. In late August and early September, the epicenter shifted to the south of Buenos Aires Province (Pedro Luro, Médanos, Bahía Blanca, Coronel Dorrego, and Necochea), with the first Type I cases of this period reported in La Dulce, Buenos Aires.

From September 20th onwards, a series of sightings occurred in Tucumán Province and in the Rosario, Melincué, and Casilda areas of Santa Fe Province. The period from August to October 1978 recorded over a hundred UFO reports, many of which, after analysis, could be attributed to natural phenomena or misidentification. However, a significant core of observations with a high degree of strangeness warrants special attention.

Among all the UFO observations from August-October, the incident involving Acevedo and Moya is considered the most important, not only due to media coverage but fundamentally because of its uncommon characteristics.

Relation of the Incident

On August 17, 1978, Carlos Acevedo and Hugo Prambs departed from Buenos Aires in a Citroën GS 1220 as part of the first stage of the Rally de América del Sur, organized by the Automóvil Club Argentino and the Banco de Intercambio Regional. The competition was a demanding month-long marathon intended to cover the route from Buenos Aires to Caracas, Venezuela, and back via the South American Pacific coast.

The crew of Citroën number 102 faced numerous problems, particularly in the final stages of the rally, which initially led them to withdraw. However, due to Acevedo's determination and the assistance of other competitors, they were able to re-enter the race after temporarily abandoning it to complete the course.

On September 16, Hugo Prambs withdrew from the rally in Bariloche due to personal reasons and was replaced by Miguel Angel Moya.

In the early morning of September 23, Acevedo and Moya were driving the final 1000 kilometers of the rally. Around 02:00 AM, they stopped at the ACA station in Viedma (Río Negro Province) to refuel, filling the standard 50-liter tank and a supplementary 40-liter tank. They had coffee and spoke with other competitors for a few minutes. At 02:30 AM, the Citroën number 102 was back on the road, heading towards Bahía Blanca, after crossing the Río Negro and passing through the town of Carmen de Patagones.

Around 03:00 AM, they had passed the intersection of Route 3 with the access road to the town of Cardenal Cagliero and were near Salitral del Algarrobo and Salina de Piedra, approximately 30 kilometers north of Carmen de Patagones (coordinates: 40° 29' South Latitude, 62° 49' West Longitude).

Carlos Acevedo was driving. Suddenly, he observed a very powerful luminosity reflected in the rearview mirror. It was a dense, yellowish light. Initially appearing as a point in the mirror, its size rapidly increased. Acevedo and Moya were traveling at nearly 100 km/h. Despite their speed, the light seemed to approach rapidly, leading Acevedo to assume it was the headlights of another high-powered rally car, possibly a Mercedes Benz. He slowed down and moved to the right edge of the asphalt to allow the perceived competitor to pass.

The light filled the rearview mirror and continued to approach at high speed. Suddenly, the interior of the Citroën occupied by Acevedo and Moya was filled with light. Acevedo described it as a dense, very bright, yellowish light with violet tints. He felt the car was out of control and, looking out the window, saw they were nearly two meters above the asphalt. He initially thought they had hit a bump and began to steer, preparing for contact with the road. However, the car continued to ascend uncontrollably.

After a few seconds (estimated at 5 to 10), Acevedo realized the situation was abnormal. He tried to look out the window again but could only see the dense light. He shouted to Moya, but received no response. He couldn't see the dashboard or anything else, only the dense light, which he described as liquid-like and sticky. Miguel Angel Moya, paralyzed by fear, also described the sensation of the car floating and not descending, which terrified him. He saw Carlos Acevedo rigidly gripping the steering wheel, seemingly shouting but inaudible. Moya perceived everything through a yellow mist, feeling distant and detached. He tried to open the door but found it seemed welded shut. He noted the temperature rising, though he attributed it to his fear. The light then enveloped everything, and he could see nothing, not even his hands.

The witnesses then lost track of time. Suddenly, they felt a jolt, and the car was back on the ground. Acevedo felt the car was back on the road. The yellow light intensified, and he could see the dashboard and the car's hood again. Looking out the window, he saw they were on the shoulder of the opposite lane, to the left of the road, completely stopped. The light then left the car's interior. Acevedo observed a yellow light moving away to the west, shaped like a truncated cone, approximately 4-5 meters at the base, 2-3 meters at the top, and about 6-7 meters high. The base illuminated the ground, but it was unclear what was being illuminated. After a few seconds, the light retracted like a curtain, and an oval, white-yellowish light moved west until it disappeared. Moya took a few seconds to recover from the shock.

Post-Incident Observations

After the event, Acevedo and Moya remained silent for a few seconds, stunned. Acevedo got out of the car to check if everything was in order. A minute later, he got back in, and they continued north on Route 3 at full speed. After about 15 minutes, they reached Pedro Luro, 123 kilometers north of Carmen de Patagones. They stopped at a gas station to find a police station. Upon checking the car's instruments, they discovered two anomalies: the odometer indicated they had traveled only 52 kilometers from Viedma to Pedro Luro, instead of the actual 127 kilometers. They had arrived at Pedro Luro at 05:10 AM, having left Carmen de Patagones at approximately 02:50 AM. This journey, which should have taken about 75 minutes at an average speed of 100 km/h, had taken 2 hours and 20 minutes.

A third inexplicable fact was discovered: the auxiliary 40-liter gasoline tank, which had been filled in Viedma, was completely empty.

Confused and increasingly fearful, the witnesses reported the events to the Pedro Luro police. Inspector Jorge Osimi confirmed that the witnesses were mentally sound but very nervous. He also noted the absence of damage or leaks in the auxiliary fuel tank, leaving the disappearance of the gasoline unexplained. Police Cabo Jesús García corroborated that the witnesses were very nervous and barely spoke during the trip to Bahía Blanca. During the journey, Acevedo was startled when a car behind them flashed its headlights.

Héctor Forchesatto, the gas station attendant, was the first to interact with the witnesses after the incident. He found them very nervous, especially Moya, and recalled them discussing the mileage discrepancy and the missing fuel. Forchesatto believed the witnesses were sincere and their distress was genuine.

Forchesatto also reported that around 04:30 to 04:45 AM, residents of Ascasubi observed a strange, powerful yellowish light moving rapidly west, though this claim could not be confirmed.

Commentary

The article emphasizes that in cases like this, the investigation must rely solely on witness testimony, as there are no physical elements or other evidence to support the conclusions. The credibility of the incident depends entirely on the trustworthiness of the witnesses. All interviewers, including journalists, police, and the author, found Acevedo and Moya to be completely trustworthy, noting their frank and unconditional cooperation, coherent statements, and lack of contradictions.

The characteristics of the incident itself are described as notably strange and deserving of detailed analysis.

The Problem of Temporal Reduction

The author points out that previous investigations into the Acevedo-Moya incident overlooked a key element of strangeness: the temporal problem. Acevedo and Moya left Carmen de Patagones around 02:50 AM. About fifteen minutes later, after covering 25-30 kilometers, they first saw the yellowish light. Between 03:00 and 03:05 AM, the main events unfolded. They then stopped on the shoulder of Route 3 for one or two minutes before resuming their journey to Bahía Blanca. They arrived at Pedro Luro at 05:10 AM, a trip that should have taken approximately 75-80 minutes at 100 km/h, leaving a gap of about 60 minutes unaccounted for.

In the witnesses' opinion, the phenomenon lasted one or two minutes. However, they also declared that when enveloped by the light, they lost all sense of time and place, and could not even confirm if they were inside the car's cabin. The yellowish-violet light was the only visible element, and they could not see each other. None of the other rally competitors observed the Citroën number 102 stopped on the road, nor did any car overtake them between Carmen de Patagones and Pedro Luro. This rules out a normal explanation for the 110 minutes of 'blank time'.

Thus, the temporal problem appears to have originated from the incident caused by the luminous phenomenon. The article refrains from speculating on the cause of this lost time, deeming it to be in the realm of science fiction.

The article draws a parallel to a similar incident on July 16, 1972, involving Messrs. Brunelli and Prochietto, who reported their car appearing to float and a loss of nearly 40 minutes and 80 kilometers of travel time, accompanied by a luminous phenomenon.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue strongly emphasizes the importance of credible witness testimony in UFO investigations, particularly when physical evidence is scarce. The article highlights the collaborative efforts of official and private organizations in studying UFO phenomena, both in France and implicitly in Argentina. The primary focus is on presenting a detailed, factual account of the Acevedo-Moya incident, emphasizing its anomalous aspects, especially the temporal distortion and unexplained loss of fuel. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry into unexplained aerial phenomena, treating witness accounts with respect and seeking logical explanations while acknowledging the limitations of current scientific understanding.

Title: UFO PRESS
Issue: 42
Publisher: SIU (Servicio de Investigaciones Ufológicas)
Country: Argentina
Original Language: Spanish
Date: Not specified, but the article 'LA FENOMENOLOGIA HUMANOIDE EN ARGENTINA' covers the period 1949-1976.

This issue of UFO PRESS focuses on ufological phenomena in Argentina, particularly featuring a detailed case study and a broader analysis of humanoid encounters.

Incident Report: Acevedo-Moya Case

The primary focus of the scanned pages is a detailed report on an incident involving witnesses Carlos Acevedo and Miguel Angel Moya. The incident is characterized by two main anomalies: a temporal reduction and a significant odometer discrepancy.

Temporal Reduction and Odometer Anomaly

Parallel to a temporal reduction (not detailed in the provided text but implied to be a known phenomenon in similar cases), the Acevedo-Moya incident registered a singular event: the vehicle's odometer showed a deficit of 71 kilometers for the journey between Carmen de Patagones and Pedro Luro. This discrepancy was discovered when the witnesses tested the partial odometer upon arrival in Pedro Luro, a finding corroborated by a Mr. Forchesatto. The report dismisses the possibility of a simple mechanical malfunction, as the anomaly was present in both the standard odometer and additional precision instrumentation used by rally participants. The authors find this 71-kilometer deficit deeply unsettling and inexplicable, suggesting that Acevedo and Moya did not cover this distance through normal means.

Effects on the Vehicle and Witnesses

Vehicle Effects:

Superficially, the vehicle showed no signs of damage or unusual effects. The paint was intact, the bodywork did not appear to have been subjected to a magnetic field (though a very slight compass deviation was noted), and no radioactivity was detected. The electrical installation was also intact.

Witness Effects:

The witnesses could not definitively state if the engine stopped during the incident, though Acevedo believed he had to restart it after the vehicle stopped on the shoulder.

Both witnesses experienced significant psychological and physical distress during and after the sighting:

• Maya: Reported feeling "suffocating heat" when the light invaded the cabin, a strong oppression in the chest making it difficult to breathe, and uncontrollable trembling in her hands. These symptoms, particularly the chest oppression and hand tremors, extended for more than 24 hours.
• Acevedo: Stated that after the incident, his legs felt numb and he experienced a tingling sensation in his abdominal region.

Both witnesses also reported difficulty sleeping in the following nights, waking up startled on several occasions. They did not recall experiencing any unusual dream manifestations.

Conclusions and Recommendations

The investigation's conclusions are based on the credibility of the witnesses, given the absence of material evidence. The report states that the witnesses are trustworthy and that other testimonies corroborate their account. Therefore, the case is considered to have a high degree of reliability.

However, the investigation is deemed incomplete. The authors strongly recommend interrogating the witnesses under hypnotic trance. They believe that the results of such a technique, which have been frankly surprising in other cases involving temporal reduction or loss of consciousness, would be highly beneficial in this particular case.

Article: Humanoid Phenomenology in Argentina

Another section of the magazine features an article titled "LA FENOMENOLOGIA HUMANOIDE EN ARGENTINA" by Roberto Enrique Banchs. This article is an analysis of Close Encounters of the Third Kind that occurred in Argentina between 1949 and 1976.

Publication Information and Subscriptions

Details are provided for subscription prices: $2300 for subscribers and $1500 for supporting members. Payments should be made via postal order to Daniel Carlos Folcini, Treasurer of SIU-UFO PRESS.

Collaborations Section

A section titled "COLABORACIONES" (Collaborations) outlines the requirements for submitting future contributions to UFO PRESS. These include:

• Submissions must exclusively address the OVNI (UFO) theme in its various scientific evaluation categories (casuistics, theory, investigative practice, etc.).
• Articles on casuistry must be the result of personal investigations by the group or analyst.
• Manuscripts should be typewritten, double-spaced, and accompanied by photographs, drawings, plans, diagrams, or schemas to illustrate the work.
• A publication authorization, signed by the author(s), must be included.
• The Servicio de Investigaciones Ufológicas reserves the right to publish submissions, even if they meet all specified requirements.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue strongly emphasizes the importance of witness testimony in ufological investigations, particularly when physical evidence is scarce. The editorial stance appears to favor rigorous analysis and encourages further investigation, including potentially controversial methods like hypnosis, to uncover the truth behind unexplained phenomena. The magazine also serves as a platform for researchers to share their findings and encourages contributions from the community, setting clear guidelines for submissions. The focus on Argentine cases, as highlighted by the article on humanoid phenomenology, indicates a regional specialization.