UFO - 1982 No 4

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO
Issue: 4
Volume: 1982
Publisher: UFO-NORGE
Country: Norway
Language: Norwegian
Cover Headline: tidsskrift for Ufo-Norge

This issue of the Norwegian UFO magazine, published by UFO-NORGE, focuses on various UFO sightings and investigations across Norway in 1982. The cover features a striking image and the title 'UFO' along with the subtitle 'tidsskrift for Ufo-Norge'. The magazine aims to provide serious and scientific groundwork for registration, information, and research into UFO phenomena.

Editorial Stance and Disclaimer

The editorial states that the articles published in 'UFO' are intended to contribute to the knowledge and understanding of UFO phenomena and research. However, UFO-NORGE and its editorial staff are not responsible for, nor do they necessarily share, the opinions expressed in the articles. This disclaimer is prominently placed on the second page.

Subscription and Contact Information

The magazine is published five times a year, and a subscription for 1982 costs 80 kr, which includes membership in the UFO-NORGE association. Payment can be made via postgiro. Contact addresses are provided for subscriptions, the editorial office, and a reporting center. The magazine also lists contact details for regional departments (Øst, Sør, Vest, Midt, Nord) and their respective leaders.

Key Articles and Reports

Siden Sist (Since Last Time)

This section provides a brief overview of recent UFO activity. It notes the approaching dark season, which offers fewer opportunities for daylight observations but more for night-time sightings of mysterious lights. Reports from Hessdalen indicate continued activity over the summer. The Arendal area has again been a site for UFO observations, and the Sør department has reported a suspected UFO landing in Kragerø, with investigations pending.

Several Norwegian newspapers are cited for their coverage of UFOs, including reports about the Norwegian Air Force being on a 'UFO hunt' in Hessdalen and surrounding areas. The article humorously questions if being a 'smårar' (a Norwegian term for someone who sees strange things) is illegal, referencing a Dagbladet article.

An appeal is made to members to give a subscription to UFO as a Christmas gift, offering the entire 1983 volume for the same price as 1982.

Hva er en Redaktør? (What is an Editor?)

This short piece quotes H.L. Mencken and Alfred Hubbard on the definition of an editor, humorously concluding that UFO magazine prints the entire harvest, not just the wheat.

I DETTE NUMMER (In This Issue)

A table of contents lists the articles included in this issue, covering topics such as: 'Siden Sist', the Namsen expedition 1982, Hessdalen (Part 3), reports from the North department, 'Invented Close Encounters', 'UFO on Radar', 'Columbia's Third Landing', a report from the 1982 National Meeting, NASA preparing for the next step, research section, ETA CARINAE and Brazil, UFO observations and data collection, a UFO encounter in the air, the passing of a UFO pioneer, ESA (European Space Agency), press clippings, and a SEMIC offer.

Uri Geller Utfordrer... (Uri Geller Challenges...)

This section discusses Uri Geller's psychic tricks, noting that while stage magicians can replicate them under their own conditions, no one has replicated them under laboratory conditions. Geller has offered 100,000 dollars to any illusionist who can match his results in telepathy experiments at Stanford Research Institute.

Namsenekspedisjonen-82 (Namsen Expedition-82)

Authored by Arne Pross Thomassen, this article details an expedition in 1959 where forest master Lorentz Johnsen observed a UFO that exploded and fell into Namsenfjorden. The 1982 expedition aimed to find more information and potentially recover wreckage. The expedition used an echolod to scan the seabed, identifying two objects interpreted as having a 'sugarloaf' and 'torpedo' shape. However, poor visibility due to algae and plankton hampered video recordings. The article describes the methods used, including a boat being towed between anchor points, and the challenges faced, such as the water's condition and the limitations of the equipment.

Ekkogrammene fra Sundsråsa (The Ekkograms from Sundsråsa)

This section presents echograms from Sundsråsa, showing various readings. The article discusses the difficulty in identifying unknown objects on these echograms, suggesting possibilities like improving the TV-probe's range/visibility, borrowing an effective sonar, or using a large metal detector. The presence of seals, large herring schools, and a pod of small whales were also noted.

Hessdalen (Part 3)

This is the third part of a series on Hessdalen. It emphasizes that the 'night lights' are not the only phenomena observed there, but rather some interesting observations are considered highly significant. The article introduces Jon Aspås, a farmer and observer with no prior history of misinterpreting phenomena. Aspås's first recorded observation was in 1943. The report details several sightings by Aspås, including an object moving at high speed with a distinct shape and elevation, and another that returned the next morning and hovered for 42 minutes. The object is described as silver-metallic, without lights, and occasionally reflecting sunlight.

The article also recounts an event on January 7th where a light was seen stationary over Finnsådalen. It mentions that other witnesses also saw the phenomenon. The Hessdalen UFOs are described as appearing 'as they always did'.

Forsvarets jakt (The Defense's Hunt)

This section details the Norwegian military's involvement in investigating UFOs. Representatives from the flight school at Værnes were dispatched following an order from the commander of air forces in Southern Norway. Captains Nyland and Rødsjø were tasked with observing and investigating UFOs. The military established contact with the radar installation at Gråkallen in Trondheim. Fighter jets from the flight school were observed flying low over the area. The article notes that the military considered the operation a standard investigation and were open to theories without necessarily accepting extraterrestrial explanations. It questions whether a report was filed and if it would be accessible.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO sightings and investigations within Norway, with a particular emphasis on the Hessdalen phenomena. It promotes a serious and scientific approach to the subject, encouraging member participation and reporting. The editorial stance appears to be open-minded but cautious, seeking verifiable evidence and natural explanations where possible, while not dismissing the possibility of unusual aerial phenomena. There's a recurring theme of encouraging readers to contribute through subscriptions and by sharing their own observations. The magazine also touches upon the role of scientific institutions and the military in understanding these events.

This issue of 'Rapport' from Avd. Nord (Northern Division) focuses on UFO phenomena, primarily in Northern Norway and the Soviet Union, with a secondary article on the Space Shuttle Columbia's landing. The magazine highlights the challenges faced by UFO organizations in sparsely populated areas and presents various reported sightings and their subsequent investigations or explanations.

Avd. Nord's Activities and Challenges

The lead article discusses the progress and problems of UFO Norge/Avd. Nord. The primary challenge identified is the vast distances in Northern Norway, making it difficult and expensive to organize meetings and gather interested individuals. Travel, often by train, is time-consuming. Despite these hurdles, Avd. Nord has seen an increase in subscribers, growing from approximately 25 members in NUFOC the previous year to around 40 subscribers. The department hopes to attract more passive members to become active. A previous outreach effort via a circular to encourage activity and fundraising yielded only one response, but they hope for more positive feedback.

The article notes that in the previous year (1981), many press clippings concerning Northern Norway reported a wave of sightings, some of which were identified as meteor showers. The author, who leads Avd. Nord, has personally worked on 15-20 cases this year, sending out 8 report forms, with 5 returned completed, which is considered a good response rate.

UFO Sightings and Reports

The magazine details several UFO sightings:

• Finland (January 24, 1982): Between 04:30 and 05:10, two objects were observed over Utsjok and Kamanen, one above the other, emitting strong blinking lights from the side.
• Nordfold, Norway (December 22, 1981): A man and his son reported seeing a diffuse object, resembling a helicopter with a tail, passing at approximately 1000 km/h. The observation lasted about an hour, and the object was luminous green and silent.
• Nesseby, Norway (Date not specified, but related to Einar Betten's trip to Finland on January 24, 1982): Einar Betten observed a silent, yellow/green object, estimated to be 1.5 cm in size when measured at arm's length. The observation lasted approximately 40 minutes.
• Northern Norway (Late 1981/Early 1982): A significant number of press clippings reported UFO sightings, some of which were identified as meteor showers.
• Meløy, Norway (January 22, 1980): A witness reported seeing an object that was green in color. The observation lasted about 10 minutes and the object emitted a humming sound.

Avd. Nord's report archive contains 27 reports, with the number increasing. The first report was filed on April 2, 1980.

The Petrozavodsk Phenomenon: A Soviet UFO Case Debunked

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to the 'Petrozavodsk phenomenon,' a widely publicized UFO case from the Soviet Union. The article, referencing James Oberg of NASA, explains that a well-documented UFO sighting occurred over northwestern Soviet Union on September 20, 1977. Residents of Petrosavodsk were alarmed by a manet-like, glowing object hovering over the city. The phenomenon was also observed in Leningrad and Helsinki.

However, the event was actually the launch of the secret Soviet spy satellite Kosmos 955 from the 'Northern Cosmodrome' near Plesetsk. This base, operational since 1966, is responsible for a large portion of Soviet satellite launches but has never been officially acknowledged by Moscow.

The 'Manet-UFO' story gained traction in the Western press, particularly in the American tabloid 'National Enquirer' in 1978. Soviet UFO enthusiasts further embellished the story, leading to its inclusion in popular UFO mythology.

The Soviet government faced a dilemma: they could not officially confirm it was a spy satellite due to the secrecy of the Plesetsk base, nor could they officially acknowledge UFOs. This led to the dissemination of various, often unconvincing, explanations by Soviet scientists.

Reports from Tass correspondent Nikolay Milov described a sudden appearance of a large, pulsating star-like object over Karelia, which expanded into a manet-like form and emitted light beams. This report was quickly disseminated internationally, with Western correspondents labeling it a UFO.

Further investigations by organizations like the Center for UFO Research in Evanston, Illinois, linked the 'Manet-UFO' to the Kosmos 955 launch. NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center confirmed that a satellite had been launched from Plesetsk around the time of the sighting.

Despite the likely explanation, the story persisted in the Soviet UFO movement, with some accounts claiming the object caused damage to the city. Various explanations were proposed, including a rocket stage burning up, a 'chemiluminescent zone' caused by industrial pollution, and even a 'carrier of high intelligence' from outer space.

Dr. V.V. Migulin, a contact person for the Academy of Sciences, suggested 'physical changes in the upper atmosphere' possibly due to geomagnetic forces. Frank Drake's research on witness memory reliability is cited, noting how quickly details of exotic events can become distorted or fabricated.

UFO Radar Observations in Denmark

Another section details radar observations made by Lars Nordby, a former conscript in the Danish Air Force stationed at Skagen Air Base in January 1973. Nordby reported observing a series of small light points on radar over a two-week period. These objects moved in a nearly straight line at an estimated speed of approximately 12 times the speed of sound (around 7400 miles per hour or 11000 km/h). The objects appeared at considerable distances from each other, passing just outside Aarhus. Nordby noted that these objects were not registered as aircraft by the system because they were either too high or too low, or their speed was not within the parameters for normal flight detection. He also mentioned that the objects did not follow the same route on all observed occasions.

Columbia's Third Landing

The issue concludes with an article about the third landing of the Space Shuttle Columbia on April 12, 1982. The landing was significantly delayed due to a severe sandstorm at White Sands Missile Range, with winds up to 24.5 m/s. The shuttle had limited fuel for its life support systems, creating a critical situation.

NASA opted for a landing at Edwards Air Force Base in California due to the conditions at White Sands. The article highlights the challenges of determining landing sites for the shuttle, especially with limited time and fuel. The landing itself was successful, though the shuttle's nose wheel briefly lifted upon touchdown, which was attributed to astronaut Lousma's control rather than a wind gust. The landing speed was higher than usual (400 km/h), requiring nearly 4 km of runway. Post-landing inspection revealed damage to about 50 tiles, with superficial scorching on the underside.

The extra day in orbit added costs but also provided valuable scientific data, including observations of a solar explosion. The article also touches upon the future of the space shuttle program, with NASA seeking private companies to operate the craft, though interest has been limited due to the need for substantial government subsidies. The potential for space-based manufacturing and the establishment of a permanent space station are also mentioned.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the challenges of investigating UFO phenomena in remote areas, the debunking of specific UFO cases through scientific or logical explanations (like the Petrozavodsk incident), and the reporting of unexplained aerial phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of critical inquiry, presenting both reported sightings and their potential explanations, while also acknowledging the ongoing mystery surrounding some events. There is a clear emphasis on providing factual accounts and investigative details, particularly concerning the Soviet UFO cases. The inclusion of the Columbia landing article suggests an interest in broader aerospace and technological advancements alongside UFO research.

Title: UFO-Norge
Issue: 4/82
Publisher: UFO-Norge
Country: Norway
Language: Norwegian
Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of UFO-Norge, dated 4/82, focuses on UFO research, material analysis, and space exploration.

Meeting Report: Trondheim, July 23-25, 1982

The magazine begins with a report from the UFO-Norge national meeting held in Trondheim from July 23rd to 25th, 1982. The meeting was described as informal and welcoming. The first day, Friday, July 23rd, featured a relaxed atmosphere with a film screening, bringing together UFO veterans and the general public. Saturday, July 24th, marked the start of more serious proceedings, beginning with presentations from committees and departments. The departments of North, South, and East Norway were reported to be working smoothly, while the Mid-Norway department faced significant workload pressure, with Leif Havik noted for his extensive efforts. The issue of getting more members involved was highlighted, with suggestions for personal initiative. The subscription numbers for the organization's journal were deemed satisfactory for the initial phase, though an increase of approximately 300 readers was desired for economic stability. The growing number of active and passive members indicated a positive trend.

A notable new acquaintance from Finland, Heikki Virtanen, was introduced. He reportedly had contacts in the Soviet Union, where UFO investigation groups operate under difficult conditions, using advanced technical equipment. New investigative methods discussed included the use of an 'atom clock' to measure time discrepancies within suspected landing sites, with reported deviations of up to one second per hour. Kirlian photography was also presented as a technique to photograph the 'aura' around objects, with variations noted for different substances and conditions, such as injuries.

On Sunday, July 25th, the day was dedicated to social activities, including the screening of science fiction films. A discussion arose regarding the name 'UFO-NORGE', specifically the use of a hyphen. It was clarified that the committee had previously decided on the hyphen, and it was now referred to as a 'dash' rather than a 'hyphen' to avoid dialectical pronunciation issues in Mid-Norway.

The report concludes by noting that the meeting was pleasant, despite less-than-ideal weather conditions. The reporter was Odd Gunnar Røed. A footnote (1) clarifies that the national meeting is the highest authority within UFO-Norge, and the debate about the hyphen in the name remains an open question for the next meeting.

England: Police Officer's Encounter

A report from England details an unusual experience of police officer Alan Godfrey from Todmorden. During a patrol in November of the previous year, he reported encountering a flying saucer and eight small robot-like beings. He was called to a farm where cattle had broken loose. Upon arrival, he discovered the 'spaceship' hovering about 1.5 meters above the ground. Godfrey later recounted his experience under hypnosis in the presence of psychiatrists and doctors, and his report was published in the 'Sunday Mirror'.

NASA: Preparing for the Next Step

This section focuses on NASA's future plans, particularly the development of a permanent, manned space station. The article mentions that the fourth flight of the space shuttle Colombia is scheduled for July, with three more shuttles under construction. NASA is considering building an additional shuttle. The organization is increasingly using space for transporting cargo, experiments, satellites, and observation platforms. The main focus is on the 'Space Operations Center' (SOC), a project that has not yet received direct funding but is being actively developed by engineers and specialists at NASA's space flight center in Houston.

A conference was held to discuss detailed plans for the space station. The SOC is envisioned as a three-phase project requiring numerous shuttle missions to transport modules and construction materials. It will be permanently manned by 8-12 crew members and is expected to operate for at least ten years, with crew rotations every 90 days. The station, weighing approximately 110 tons, will be placed in a 400-500 km orbit and will be 130 meters long, equipped with solar panels for power. It will support advanced payloads and specialized space vehicles for servicing satellites and reaching higher orbits. Fuel storage for rockets and probes will also be a function of SOC. The station will be used for scientific purposes, including the fabrication of new products, medical research, advanced communication systems, and studying Earth's resources and the universe. The microgravity environment will be advantageous for much of this research. The station will gradually expand, with the initial phase involving the transport of a command module.

The article includes an illustration depicting the envisioned space station with capacity for 8-12 people. The command module, weighing 20,000 kg, will be the first component to be installed, connected to the energy structure. This initial phase will make the station operational, with additional transport vehicles expected to dock. The command module will include docking ports, airlocks, a command and control station, navigation systems, and supplies for two people. Each command module can accommodate up to four people in emergencies.

Material Analysis: Hessdalen and Eidsvoll

This section, from the 'Research Section' of UFO-Norge, details the analysis of materials. One piece, found in Hessdalen by Jon Aspås, is described as approximately 1 cm thick and 15-20 cm in its original extent. It weighs about 50 grams, has a porous and charred surface, and a plastic-like, homogeneous, gray-green core. The material is stiff but flexible, with high tensile strength, and is tasteless and odorless. Per Renolen from SINTEF, a specialist in plastic materials, identified the material as polyethylene (PE) through various analyses, including an infrared spectral analysis. While the origin is uncertain, it's suggested it might have come from a fire where paper was burned, or potentially from outer space.

Another item, a 'clump' found in field soil near Eidsvoll, is described as nearly spherical, with a diameter of 4.2-5.0 cm and a mass of 250 grams. Its density is 5.0 g/cm³, significantly higher than common plastics. The exterior is chocolate brown, while the interior is more golden and crystalline. A small piece was sent for analysis using a microprobe, but results were pending. However, Tore Prestvik from the Geological Institute at NTH visually identified the clump as pyrite (fool's gold).

UFO Observations and Data Collection

This section discusses the importance of systematic data collection for UFO observations. It outlines several key areas for recording:

1. Object's Movement: Continuous tracking of the object's trajectory and speed is crucial for comparison with known objects like aircraft and satellites.
2. Object's Color and Light Intensity: Recording changes in color and brightness can provide valuable information, especially when correlated with movement data.
3. Other Forms of Radiation: Measuring variations in Earth's magnetic field, electrostatic field, and background radiation could offer insights.
4. Weather and Wind Conditions: Recording these conditions during observations is important for identifying potential correlations with the object's behavior.
5. Other Observations: Noting any unusual occurrences, such as animal behavior, at the time of the sighting.

The article acknowledges that many of these data collection goals remain unmet, largely due to the lack of specialized measuring equipment. It emphasizes that UFO-Norge should focus on acquiring or developing such equipment to advance research.

Prioritization of Desires

The article prioritizes the collection of data on the object's trajectory and speed as having the highest importance, as this can help identify the object and rule out incorrect explanations. If observations are conducted accurately, they can provide valuable evidence. Data on weather and wind conditions are also considered important, as they can be necessary for identification. The article suggests that while temperature changes slowly and can be recorded manually, wind variations are more rapid and complex, making detailed recording of wind speed and direction less critical than the average value.

Registration of Color and Light Intensity

Recording the color and intensity of light from UFOs is simplified by the fact that these phenomena are always present during an observation. However, accurately capturing the spectral distribution of light requires specialized equipment, such as a prism, to split the light into its constituent colors. The article suggests that automatic measuring equipment is necessary for this purpose, as it is impossible for a human to process such detailed information manually.

Methods for Data Collection

Trajectory and Speed: The preferred method for determining an object's position is 'cross-peiling' (krysspeiling), where the object is observed from two different points. By plotting the bearing angles from each point on a map, an intersection point can be determined, indicating the object's location. For three-dimensional positioning, observations from three points are recommended to ensure accuracy and allow for error correction. The article suggests that the method is even better suited for three-dimensional space. The need for rapid cross-peiling is emphasized to determine the object's speed and trajectory accurately. A partially automated system using two cameras with wide-angle lenses and synchronized shutters is proposed to achieve this. This setup allows for multiple exposures on a single film frame, creating a visual trail of the object's path. By using star patterns as a reference, bearings can be determined, and with known exposure times, speed and trajectory can be calculated.

Weather and Wind Conditions: While it is important to record weather and wind conditions throughout an observation, the article suggests that manual recording of temperature is sufficient due to its slow changes. For wind, detailed recording of rapid variations is deemed less useful than the average value, as these are often due to local turbulence. Therefore, manual recording of the average wind conditions is considered adequate.

Color and Light Intensity: The article reiterates that accurate recording of light color distribution requires specialized equipment like a prism. It concludes that automatic measuring equipment is essential for this task.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue highlights a strong emphasis on scientific methodology and data collection in UFO research. The organization UFO-Norge is actively pursuing systematic analysis of materials and observations, seeking to move beyond anecdotal evidence. There's a clear interest in new technologies and techniques, such as atom clocks and Kirlian photography, for investigating UFO phenomena. The magazine also covers broader topics like space exploration, reflecting a forward-looking perspective. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious, scientific inquiry into UFOs, while acknowledging the challenges and limitations of current resources and equipment. The recurring theme is the effort to understand unexplained phenomena through rigorous investigation and analysis.

This issue of OMNI magazine, dated June 1982, features a prominent cover story titled "ET UFO-MØTE I LUFTA" (A UFO Encounter in the Air) with a sub-headline detailing an "IDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECT OVER BRAZIL". The magazine covers a range of topics including UFO sightings, space exploration, aerospace technology, and UFO research, with a particular focus on Norwegian contributions and reports.

UFO Encounter Over Brazil

The main article details an encounter experienced by the pilot Gerson Maciel De Britto and passengers on a Brazilian night flight between Fortaleza and Sao Paulo. The pilot reported seeing a strange object to his left, which later appeared as a "disk-shaped object moving at high speed with four spotlights." The object was observed for 22 minutes, during which the sky was illuminated in red, orange, white, and blue. De Britto attempted to communicate telepathically and via radio, but received no response. Despite official statements claiming no military aircraft found anything, the event was widely reported in Brazilian newspapers. Dr. J. Allen Hynek of the Center of UFO Studies suggested that if the pilot's account was true, it could not have been Venus, thus implying it was a UFO. Roberto Muggiatti, an editor at Manchete, noted that such events were less disruptive to the Brazilian public's mystical sensibilities compared to more skeptical Americans.

Registration of Light and Other Radiation

This section discusses methods for registering light spectra, including photographic and electronic methods. Electronic registration is presented as faster and more suitable for continuous recording, though it requires more complex and expensive equipment. It also touches upon the registration of magnetic and electrostatic fields, noting past attempts in Hessdalen and Arendal that yielded negative results, possibly due to insufficient detector sensitivity. The need for more sensitive detectors with wider bandwidths is emphasized, along with the importance of data storage. The registration of radioactive background radiation using Geiger counters is also mentioned, suggesting that manual recording is sufficient due to the low volume of information.

Organizing Instrument Development

This part highlights the need for new instrument development in UFO research and calls for a new instrument group. It states that activity in this area has been slow and invites individuals with good ideas and technical knowledge to contribute. Hans-Kurt Karlsen from Halden is listed as the contact person until a coordinator is appointed.

Ariane No. 5 Crashed

Another significant article reports on the failed launch of Ariane No. 5 on September 9th. This failure resulted in the loss of satellites Marecs-B and Sirio-2 and a setback for Ariane's reputation, which relies heavily on reliability for potential customers. The failure was attributed to the 3rd stage engine (HM7) causing the rocket to pitch downwards 560 seconds after launch. The instrument section transmitted data for another 280 seconds before the vehicle was lost over the Atlantic. The article explains that the 3rd stage is cryogenic, distinguishing it from other rockets.

Kourou and Launch Orbits

This section describes the ESA launch base in Kourou, French Guiana, located in a dense jungle. It mentions the history of launches from Kourou, starting with the French Diamant B in 1970, and highlights its advantageous location near the equator, which provides extra thrust for rockets. The article explains the concept of transfer orbits and geostationary orbits, where satellites appear to remain stationary over a point on Earth. It contrasts the efficiency of launches from Kourou with those from Soviet bases, attributing it to the Earth's rotation and the launch latitude. The article also briefly mentions the Sputnik 1 anniversary and the concept of orbital mechanics governed by Newton's and Kepler's laws.

Newton's and Kepler's Laws

This part delves into the fundamental laws of motion and gravity that govern rocket launches and satellite orbits. It explains Newton's three laws of motion and his law of universal gravitation, as well as Kepler's three laws of planetary motion. The concept of cosmic speeds is introduced: the first cosmic speed (7.9 km/sec) for Earth orbit, the second (11.2 km/sec) to escape Earth's gravity into a solar orbit, and the third (16.7 km/sec) to escape the Sun's gravity. It is noted that reaching the Moon requires 99% of the second cosmic speed.

Press Clippings - April

The magazine includes a compilation of UFO-related news items from various Norwegian newspapers during April 1982. These reports cover a wide range of sightings, including:

• A supposed "craft from a foreign planet" in Hessdalen, initially dismissed as an April Fool's joke.
• A UFO researcher predicting a surge in sightings in Vest-Finnmark.
• A call for UFO observations from a small UFO club.
• Reports of UFOs in Hundhamaren, Konnerud, Sandsvær, Risør, and Førde, described as bright lights, glowing objects, or objects with strange flight patterns.
• A discussion about UFOs over Norway in the magazine "Vi Menn."
• A report from Nordlandsposten about UFO discussions and alleged revelations from the Air Force regarding radar observations in the Bodø area.
• A sighting of a "luminous cross" over Vinje, described as a large, bright sphere emitting rays.
• A report from Østlendingen about a bright object with a dark tail seen over Koppang and a cigar-shaped object over Alvdalshimmelen.
• A clarification from Leif Havik of UFO-NORGE regarding a previous article about a UFO meeting in Midt-Norge.
• A mention of Ariane No. 6 launching the Exosat satellite.
• An invitation for Hans Christian Moe to write about his thoughts on interstellar travel.
• A report from Lofotposten about an unexplained light phenomenon.
• A mention of a "rocket-like" and unusually bright light seen over Lyngvær.
• A report from Valdres about a peculiar light phenomenon.
• A mysterious light phenomenon in Syd-Troms, possibly identified as a bolide or space debris.
• Sightings of two luminous objects over Giske and Ålesund.
• A UFO sighting over Tomter, described as a bright light moving rapidly.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, space technology, and the scientific investigation of unexplained aerial phenomena. The magazine presents a balanced approach, reporting on sightings and research while also discussing the scientific principles behind space travel and the potential for natural explanations. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging the collection and analysis of data related to UFO phenomena, while also acknowledging the need for rigorous scientific methods. The inclusion of press clippings from various sources suggests an effort to provide a broad overview of UFO-related news and public interest.

This document is a promotional spread for a series of albums titled 'Vår Ukjente Verden' (Our Unknown World) and 'Fremtidens Verden' (The World of the Future), published by SEMIC/NORDISK FORLAG A/S. The publication date and specific issue details are not explicitly stated, but the content suggests a focus on popular science, mystery, and futurism.

Vår Ukjente Verden Series

The 'Vår Ukjente Verden' series offers illustrated and narratively presented accounts of unexplained phenomena. The available albums are:

• ALT OM UFO: This album delves into the history of flying saucers, close encounters, and research related to UFOs. It aims to provide a popular yet informative overview of the subject.
• ALT OM MONSTER: This installment explores mysteries such as the sea monsters of Loch Ness and Seljordsvannet, as well as the Abominable Snowman and other legendary creatures. It investigates well-known myths and cryptids.
• ALT OM GJENFERD: This album investigates the paranormal, focusing on ghost theories, unexplained occurrences, and the broader spectrum of phenomena that lie 'between heaven and earth'.

Fremtidens Verden Series

The 'Fremtidens Verden' series looks ahead to the 21st century, exploring scientific advancements and potential future developments. The available albums are:

• ALT OM ROBOTER: This album discusses scientific and medical progress, focusing on the advancements in robotics and intelligent machines that are expected to shape the future. It highlights how these technologies will assist humanity in an increasingly complex world.
• ALT OM ROMFART: This album describes various transport systems and spacecraft that are anticipated for future use, exploring the possibilities of reaching other planets and understanding our solar system.
• ALT OM FREMTIDENS BYER: This installment examines living conditions on Earth and potentially on other planets in the future. It discusses how cities might evolve and what life will be like in them.

Ordering Information

Readers are invited to order these albums directly from the publisher, SEMIC/NORDISK FORLAG A/S, located at Postboks 4, 1601 Fredrikstad. Two ordering options are provided:

1. Payment via Postal Order: Customers can send payment via postal order, and the albums will be shipped postage-free. They are instructed to note the desired album(s) on the postal order.
2. Cash on Delivery (Oppkrav): Customers can opt to receive the albums via cash on delivery, in which case they will be responsible for paying postage and a cash-on-delivery fee (kr. 6,-).

The price per album is stated as kr. 18,50.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The publication promotes a fascination with the unknown, the mysterious, and the future. The editorial stance appears to be one of popularizing complex subjects like ufology, cryptozoology, paranormal phenomena, and technological futurism for a broad audience, particularly young readers, as indicated by the 'Ungdomsbibliotek' (Youth Library) markings on some of the album covers. The emphasis is on presenting these topics in an accessible, illustrated format, encouraging curiosity and further exploration.