UFO - 1986 No 1

Magazine Overview

This issue of "UFO" magazine, published by UFO-NORGE in 1986, is the 5th issue of the year and the 5th year of publication. The magazine is dedicated to the independent registration and study of UFO phenomena, aiming to inform its members and the public. The cover prominently features a drawing related to the 'Hønefoss landing' and discusses 'The Psychic Element in UFO Reports'. The price for a single issue is 20 Norwegian Kroner (KR. 20 PR. NR.), and the subscription cost is 80 Norwegian Kroner (KR. 80).

Articles and Content

Mer om Hønefoss-landingen (More About the Hønefoss Landing)

This article details a reported UFO incident that occurred on October 28th in Hønefoss, Norway. The account is based on interviews with a dozen children and teenagers, aged 7 to 12, who claimed to have witnessed a UFO and small humanoids. The object was described as disc-shaped, gray, and emitting a strong light beam. Following the UFO's departure, approximately 50 cm tall beings, varying in color (white, black, brown), with square helmets and glowing white eyes, appeared. These beings were described as trying to hide and moving quickly. Some children drew pictures of the UFO and the beings. The article also mentions that adults did not witness the event, and attempts to photograph the object with a flash were unsuccessful. Footprints were found but were later disturbed. The children reported feeling nauseous afterward, and the event has significantly impacted them.

Det psykiske element i UFO-rapporter (The Psychic Element in UFO Reports)

Authored by Knut Aasheim, this article explores the often-overlooked psychic or psychological aspects of UFO phenomena. The author argues that many UFO reports, particularly those involving close encounters, contain elements that go beyond purely physical interpretations. He cites the case of a US Army helicopter crew in Ohio on October 18, 1973, who reported a cigar-shaped object that seemed to control their helicopter, even when the pilot's controls were set to 'full down'. The crew experienced unusual sensations and the object's actions suggested an awareness of the helicopter's predicament. The article also touches upon the Pentagon's interest in the crew's experiences, particularly regarding unusual dreams. Another case discussed is the New Zealand radar-visual observations from December 26, 1978, which were analyzed by physicist Bruce Maccabee and concluded to be unknown objects. The article highlights the 'presence' felt by some individuals involved in these events, suggesting a psychic or non-physical component. It also references the Pascagoula abduction case of Charles Hickson and Calvin Parker in 1973, where Hickson reported experiencing mental contact with the beings and a sense of lost memory due to UFO-related influences.

Other Sections and Features

• Redaksjonen (Editorial): The editorial welcomes the new year, mentioning potential UFO events over Scandinavia and the world. It highlights two specific incidents: small humanoids observed in Hønefoss and a TU-134A aircraft's measurement of an unknown craft's length, comparable to Lake Pskov. The editorial also promotes a new book, "Piloter ser UFO'er" (Pilots See UFOs), by Kim Møller Hansen, available for purchase via giro.
• Les i dette nummer (Read in this issue): A table of contents listing articles such as 'Close Contact of the Third Kind at Hønefoss', 'The Psychic Element in UFO Reports', 'Close Contacts in Italy', 'Project Hessdalen', 'UFO Observations in Norway', 'Report News', 'Spy Plane, Balloon or UFO?', and 'Contact with Readers'.
• Organisasjonsoversikt for UFO-NORGE (Organizational Overview for UFO-NORGE): This section details the daily leadership committee, contact addresses, and leaders of various regional departments (Øst, Sør, Vest, Midt, Nord) within UFO-NORGE.
• Project Hessdalen Information: The magazine includes information and ordering details for 'Project Hessdalen' reports and merchandise, including a technical report and stickers.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO sightings, encounters, and related phenomena, with a particular interest in detailed case studies and witness testimonies. There is an emphasis on exploring both the physical and potential psychological or psychic aspects of these events. UFO-NORGE positions itself as an independent research organization, presenting findings and encouraging reader contributions. The editorial stance appears to be open-minded and investigative, seeking to understand the UFO phenomenon without necessarily offering definitive explanations, while also acknowledging the skepticism and challenges in proving such events.

This issue of "DET PSYKISKE ELEMENT" (The Psychic Element), issue number 11, delves into various UFO phenomena, primarily focusing on reports from Norway and Italy. The magazine highlights witness accounts, investigative efforts, and ongoing research projects.

UFO Encounters and Landings

The issue features several detailed accounts of UFO sightings and alleged landings.

The Andreasson Affair

An article references "The Andreasson Affair" by Raymond Fowler, citing its two volumes. The author quotes an individual stating, "The knowledge these people have is absolutely incredible!" The article concludes by mentioning it will continue in the next issue.

Italian Encounters

Gallio, November 24: Pensioner Angelo D'ambros encountered two strange, human-like creatures, one about 1 meter tall and the other 1.2 meters. They were described as very thin, with long fingers, greenish skin, large ears, bald heads, and sharp teeth. They wore black, full-body suits and appeared to hover about 20 cm above the ground.

Loc Marzano, December 7: Night watchman Fortunato Zanfretta was patrolling when he saw four white lights. Upon investigating, he was struck by a force and encountered a creature estimated to be over three meters tall with a dark green, unusually wide face, large triangular yellow eyes, and a head covered in sharp thorns. The creature disappeared, and Zanfretta then saw a large, hat-shaped object emitting light, which ascended rapidly.

UFO Landing at Espevær

April 1976: An article discusses strange imprints found on Espevær, Bømlo, Norway, following a suspected UFO landing. The Norwegian Air Force stated it was impossible for known aircraft to have made the marks. Soil analysis of the imprints, which were U-shaped and measured 2.5 to 8 meters in diameter, showed higher acidity but no radioactivity. A Swedish UFO expert, Karl Karlson Bäckman, concluded that the boys who reported the sighting must have seen an extraterrestrial craft.

Hønefoss Sighting

October 25, 1977: Two 14-year-old boys, Johnny Myhr and Frank Sverre Mandt, observed an unknown flying object land on a ploughed field near Hønefoss. The object, described as light green with windows, left three distinct imprints on the ground before ascending. The boys reported seeing a humanoid figure inside the craft. A school employee also witnessed a luminous object at the same time, and military authorities confirmed that something unusual had been reported from Gardermoen.

UFO - Observations in Norway

This section compiles various UFO reports from Norway.

Gudbrandsdalen Wave

Reports from the autumn of 1983 describe a wave of UFO sightings in Gudbrandsdalen, Norway, involving luminous objects, thunderous sounds, and vibrations that caused windows to rattle. Some reports could not be explained by meteorites.

November 14: Two individuals in Rudsbygd reported a bright white, luminous object resembling an illuminated airplane that disappeared towards Saksumdalen, appearing like a burning plane crashing.

November 18: A man in Otta saw an "fireball" moving east-west at jet-like speeds. A couple also saw the fireball, describing it as red in front with a long tongue of fire.

Heidal: A loud rumbling sound was heard, shaking houses, and lasting for about an hour. This phenomenon was noted as similar to other reported sounds from 1983.

November 21: A saucer-shaped object was seen at Vinstra around 22:30. It was described as blue-grey with grey metal and ascended straight up.

Mo i Rana Sighting

October 31, 1985: Ørjan Albrigtsen observed a hat-shaped object with what appeared to be "feet" hovering in the air. The object emitted a yellow-white light and was observed for approximately three minutes.

Hessdalen Sighting

November 21: A resident observed a yellow-white, luminous object flying low along the valley, disappearing into the deep valley.

Oslo Sighting

June 7, 1984: Britta Vastaberg observed a silent, oval-shaped object with a flat, mirror-like side and a thin tail. The object moved slowly from the north, stopped over an area with construction, and then proceeded in a straight course south-southwest. The flat side, described as a "panseret" (armored plate), reflected sunlight, and the object moved in a wavy motion without rotating on its axis.

Project Hessdalen

An article updates the status of Project Hessdalen, stating that it is still active and focused on spreading information. Despite a lack of field actions in the past year due to insufficient reports and poor weather, the project has collected significant data from instruments, including spectral analysis, magnetograph readings, and seismograph data. The seismograph station is now a test station for the Seismological Observatory in Bergen. The project has established a fund to support future actions and is seeking donations. The article mentions upcoming presentations and the possibility of the phenomenon being related to geological stresses.

Other Content

An advertisement from INCA promotes a book containing articles from "PSYKISK TIDSSKRIFT" from 1940-41, covering topics like mysteries and mythology. The book is 130 pages and priced at 60 Norwegian Kroner plus postage.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently features reports of unexplained aerial phenomena, close encounters with non-human entities, and physical evidence left behind. There is a clear interest in documenting and investigating these events, often highlighting witness testimonies and the challenges faced by researchers. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFO phenomena, encouraging reader participation and support for research efforts.

This issue of UFO magazine, primarily in Norwegian, delves into various unexplained aerial phenomena and related topics. The cover prominently features the headline "SPÖKELSESRAKETTER OVER SKANDINAVIA 1946" (Ghost Rockets Over Scandinavia 1946), indicating a significant focus on historical UFO reports. The magazine includes a mix of articles, reader reports, and news clippings.

Articles and Reports

Spøkelsesraketter Over Skandinavia 1946

This section, authored by Per Ottesen, compiles newspaper clippings from the "Gudbrandsdølen og Lillehammer Tilskuer" regarding the 1946 'ghost rocket' sightings. It details reports from July 18th to August 16th, noting observations of rocket-like projectiles and cigar-shaped craft across Scandinavia. Some reports suggested explanations like 'sea serpent stories' in a new guise, while military authorities in Sweden reported 300 sightings between July 9-12 with no official explanation. A later report speculates about V-4 projectiles being tested over Scandinavia.

Hessdalen Phenomena

Several articles touch upon the Hessdalen phenomena. One report from December 21st describes a large, spherical light observed for about half an hour, preceded by television interference. Another section mentions a video film about the Hessdalen project and a presentation by Leif Havik on the Hessdalen phenomena.

UFO Sightings and Observations

• Voss: Reports from Voss indicate that some UFO sightings might be explained by aircraft, especially given specific flight times. However, not all observations can be attributed to planes, as some objects exhibited unusual behavior like sudden dives.
• Lillehammer: On February 14th, Len Bellizia reported seeing three objects near Lillehammer: a commercial flight, a faster craft, and a third, high-flying object that performed unusual maneuvers before disappearing.
• Southern Norway: On October 24th, an unexplained aerial phenomenon was observed across much of Southern Norway, with some suggesting a connection to a satellite launch.
• Ringerike: On October 30th, mysterious objects and small humanoids were reported during a lunar eclipse.
• Bangsund: On November 18th, two youths reported a round object with red and green lights.
• General Sightings: The magazine notes ongoing UFO observations and mentions that only about 10% of observers report their sightings to the media, suggesting many more UFO stories exist.

Tunguska Mystery

An article discusses a new theory by Professor E. Jordanishvili from Leningrad regarding the Tunguska mystery. The theory suggests that the meteorite did not fall at the Tunguska site but further west, and the observed phenomenon was a ricochet effect, similar to a skipping stone on water. The article notes that the area where the meteorite supposedly fell is remote and difficult to access.

Nikola Tesla

There is a brief mention of Nikola Tesla, with the author stating that more work is needed on the subject before a full article can be published.

Dowsing (Ønskekvisten)

This section explores the phenomenon of dowsing, or using a divining rod ('ønskekvist'). It traces its history back to ancient Egypt and China for water finding. It also mentions modern applications, such as American soldiers in Vietnam being trained to use dowsing to locate landmines and Soviet research into a 'biophysical method'. The article also discusses the pendulum as a type of dowsing tool and claims that Japanese experts can determine the sex of a chick before it hatches using a pearl and silk thread.

Other Features

• Contact with Readers: The magazine encourages readers to submit their UFO stories.
• Oslo UFO-Forening: This organization is seeking active members and volunteers for various groups.
• "Omniversum" Planetarium: A recommendation for a visit to Europe's first Digistar planetarium in the Netherlands, which offers advanced astronomical simulations.
• Quest Journal: An advertisement for "Quest: The Journal of UFO Investigation," produced by the Yorkshire UFO Society, highlighting its comprehensive UFO reports and research.
• UFO Rikstämma 1986: Information about a UFO conference held in Östersund, Sweden, on May 3rd, 1986, including a schedule of speakers and topics.
• Obituary: A tribute to Ole Lillevold, a supporter of the Hessdalen phenomenon and UFO research, who passed away.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the idea that UFO phenomena are real and warrant serious investigation. It encourages reader participation and highlights reports from various sources, including newspapers and personal accounts. While some articles attempt to offer explanations or explore scientific theories (like the Tunguska ricochet or aircraft identification), the overall stance leans towards the mysterious and unexplained nature of many reported sightings. The inclusion of historical cases like the 1946 'ghost rockets' suggests a long-standing interest in UFOs and a belief in their significance. The magazine also touches upon related fields like parapsychology and dowsing, indicating a broad interest in anomalous phenomena.

This document is a catalog and informational piece from SCANALKA A.S., presenting their extensive range of alternative literature and related items. It also contains important information for members and supporters of UFO-NORGE, a Norwegian organization focused on UFO research and awareness. The issue is dated 1986.

Catalog of Alternative Literature SCANALKA A.S. offers over 1000 titles covering a broad spectrum of esoteric and alternative subjects. The catalog lists categories such as Astrology, Biorythms, Chakrasymboler, Depth psychology, Esoteric books, Fortidsgåter (Ancient riddles), Graphology, Health, Iris diagnostics, Kinesiology, Legeplanter (Medicinal plants), Meditation, Naturmedisin (Natural medicine), Okkultisme (Occultism), Parapsychology, Reinkarnasjon (Reincarnation), Soneterapi, Tarot, UFO books, Verdens mysterier (World mysteries), Wushu, Yoga, Zen buddhisme, Ægyptologi, Østens visdom (Eastern wisdom), and Åpenbaringer (Revelations). Additionally, they stock English books, pendulums, crystal balls, pyramids, charts, tarot cards, and magazines. Readers are invited to visit their store in Oslo or contact them by mail or phone for catalogs, which are sent free of charge.

Information for UFO-NORGE Members and Supporters ### Editorial Submissions The editorial team welcomes articles and submissions for their magazine. They provide guidelines for typed manuscripts, emphasizing double-column format, single line spacing, fresh ink ribbons, and specific margin requirements (18mm top, 12mm sides, 12mm bottom). They also request clear lettering for headlines and good spelling. Readers are encouraged to send in clippings from Norwegian or international newspapers and magazines that might be of interest for UFO-related content. Those willing to translate articles from other languages are asked to contact the editor.

Information Folders and Local Groups UFO-NORGE provides information folders that members can distribute to help promote the organization and recruit new members. Readers are encouraged to write to their contact address (UFO-NORGE, Postbox 14, 3133 Duken) to obtain these folders. For those interested in becoming more active, UFO-NORGE offers assistance in forming local groups and can provide names of other members in the vicinity, along with initial advice.

Support Fund The organization highlights the need for financial support to carry out its work. Many tasks for the UFO-effort are delayed due to a lack of funds. Members who cannot actively participate are encouraged to contribute financially to the UFO-NORGE support fund. Donations can be made via postgiro number 3 07 08 10, with the payment marked 'STØTTEFONDET' and sent to UFO-NORGE, Postbox 1155, 5001 Bergen.

Recruitment Incentive A 'Vervepremie' (recruitment prize) is offered to incentivize members to recruit new subscribers. By recruiting three new subscribers, a member can receive a free subscription to the magazine 'Tidsskriftet UFO'. The process involves the new subscribers paying the recruiter directly, who then forwards the payment (kr 240 for 1986 if not already paid, or kr 160 if paid) to UFO-NORGE via postgiro number 30708 10. The recruiter should clearly indicate their name and address and write 'VERVING' in the message field. The payment slip also has space to list the names and addresses of the three recruited members.

Guide: What to Do If You See a UFO This section provides a practical checklist for individuals who witness a UFO. It emphasizes the importance of carefully observing and documenting the event to aid in research. Key details to record include:

• Time and Duration: The exact time of observation and how long it lasted.
• Location: The precise location of the observation, including any cross-bearings.
• Course: The direction of the object's movement, preferably using a compass bearing.
• Altitude: The estimated height of the UFO above the horizon, measured in angular degrees, both at the beginning and end of the observation.
• Object Description: Details about the UFO's size, shape, color, and any specific features. A reference is given: an 'ert' (pea) held between the thumb and index finger at arm's length covers the moon.
• Environmental Conditions: Note the wind, weather, and the position of the sun or moon. Also, observe if any aircraft (planes or helicopters) are present nearby during or after the sighting.
• Witnesses: Make other people aware of the UFO and record their names and addresses if possible.
• Photography: If a camera is available, use it to take multiple photos, varying the time and aperture settings.
• Contacting Others: If you know people in the direction the object was heading, call them to be on the lookout, which can help in plotting the object's path and gathering more witness accounts.
• Landing: If a landing is observed, the site should be visited immediately. Look for and photograph any tracks or marks, and secure the area if possible. Contact the UFO-NORGE department leader or report center.
• Reporting: Report the observation as soon as possible, preferably by phone, to the department leader or report center. Fill out a report form and send it in promptly.
• Other Reports: If you hear about other UFO observations locally, seek out the witnesses, investigate, and report as described above. It is also recommended to carry information folders and act in a friendly and correct manner.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance The issue strongly promotes the work of UFO-NORGE, emphasizing the importance of citizen reporting and documentation in UFO research. It encourages active participation from its readership, both in terms of contributing content and financially supporting the organization. The editorial stance is clearly pro-UFO research and awareness, aiming to gather and disseminate information on the subject. The inclusion of a detailed guide on how to report UFO sightings underscores a commitment to systematic data collection.