UFO Rama - No 201 - giugno 2018

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-RAMA
Issue: Nr. 201
Date: June 2018
Publisher: reteufo
Country: Italy
Language: Italian

This issue of UFO-RAMA, a monthly publication on ufology, delves into a prominent UFO sighting in Corio, Italy, and explores broader themes of extraterrestrial life and space exploration.

Editorial: The Strange Field of Ufology

The editorial section questions the focus of ufology, which aims to demonstrate the extraterrestrial origin of unidentified flying objects within Earth's atmosphere, contrasting it with space agencies' search for life on other planets. The author argues that if extraterrestrial evidence is already present at ground level, the vast resources spent on space exploration might be better allocated. The editorial highlights recent UFO sightings in Piedmont and Liguria, noting the involvement of serious researchers alongside authorities, while also acknowledging the presence of "fanatics" on social media and the scientific and religious communities questioning the phenomenon.

Corio Incident: UFO Under Judicial Investigation

The lead story, "Ufo, ora indaga anche la Procura" (UFO, now the Prosecutor's Office is also investigating), details the events of June 6, 2018, in Corio, Italy. A mysterious luminous sphere was sighted by numerous residents, followed by the sound of two jets. Witnesses described a "strange circular object" hovering with a strong white light, and later, a "light blue luminous light" moving slowly. The sonic boom from the jets caused windows to tremble. Despite the Aeronatica Militare's initial denial of the jets' presence, the prosecutor's office in Ivrea has opened an investigation. The prosecutor, Giuseppe Ferrando, intends to contact the Aeronatica Militare for explanations. The article notes that this is not the first UFO sighting in Corio, referencing a 1962 incident. Several residents, including Simone Gallo and Adriano Brunetta, provided detailed testimonies to the carabinieri. Elena Genco, a municipal councilor, also reported hearing a strong noise and vibrations. The testimonies are being sent to the prosecutor's office in Ivrea. The article also mentions that the Cisu (Centro Italiano Studi Ufologici) has collected testimonies, including one about a lenticular object sighted on June 2. Parliamentarians Francesca Bonomo and Mauro Marino have prepared a parliamentary question to the Minister of Defense regarding the incident, questioning the safety implications of low-altitude flights and the potential for a secret exercise involving experimental aircraft.

Testimonies from the Corio Incident

Several witnesses recount their experiences. Simone Gallo described a "strange circular object" suspended in the air with a strong white light. Adriano Brunetta saw a "light blue luminous light" moving slowly. Elena Genco, though not seeing the object, felt the vibrations from the jets. Diego Molinar described the object as a "neon-like light" that suddenly shot away, followed by two jets. Maria Pia Allice saw a bright light on the mountains that suddenly moved, followed by the sound of jets. The article notes that the Eurofighter Typhoon jets might have taken off from Caselle airport, or possibly Grosseto. There's speculation about a possible chase of a military drone or a private drone, though the Aeronatica Militare denies any drone activity. The Cisu secretary, Edoardo Russo, is investigating the Corio sighting and has collected about a dozen testimonies, including one about a lenticular object on June 2.

Other UFO Sightings

Seborga, Italy: An off-duty law enforcement officer reported seeing two luminous, elongated objects on May 25. One object remained stationary, while the other moved at supersonic speed, described as bouncing erratically. The ufologist Angelo Maggioni of Aria (Associazione Italiana Ricerca Aliena) confirmed the sighting and the witness's credibility.

Space Exploration and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

Mars: Luigi Bignami's article, "Vita nello SPAZIO: Un rebus che forse non risolveremo" (Life in SPACE: A puzzle we may never solve), discusses recent discoveries on Mars, including organic molecules and fluctuating methane levels. While not definitive proof of life, these findings suggest potential biological activity beneath the surface and the possibility of past habitability, especially given the protection offered by a few decimeters of Martian soil from cosmic radiation.

Other Celestial Bodies: The article also points to moons of Jupiter and Saturn as potential environments for life, with abundant water and vast oceans beneath ice shells.

SETI Project: The Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) project, active for 50 years, aims to detect signals from intelligent extraterrestrial life using radio telescopes. Despite no confirmed signals, the possibility of other civilizations is not ruled out, with challenges including detection methods and the vast distances involved.

Laser Communication: The possibility of aliens using powerful laser pulses for communication is also discussed, though the difficulty of precise targeting and timing makes detection challenging.

NASA's Next Steps: A report from La Stampa indicates that after the success of the Cassini mission, NASA plans to establish a human outpost in space and continue exploring the solar system, particularly Jupiter's moon Europa and Saturn's moon Titan, to investigate conditions for life.

NASA's Mars Findings: A report from Corriere della Sera highlights NASA's announcement that Mars may have hosted life in the past. The discovery of organic molecules and variable methane levels on the Red Planet suggests a strong probability that the necessary conditions for life existed there 3 billion years ago.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO phenomena, military involvement, and the scientific search for extraterrestrial life. The editorial stance appears to be one of critical inquiry, questioning official explanations while acknowledging the complexities and challenges in both terrestrial UFO investigations and the broader quest for life beyond Earth. There's an emphasis on witness testimony and the need for transparency from authorities, alongside a scientific perspective on space exploration and astrobiology.