UFOdata Magazine - Issue 06

Magazine Overview

UFO DATA Magazine Issue 6, published in November/December 2006, marks the final issue of the year and the culmination of a year of publishing after a two-year break. The magazine is presented as a glossy, professionally printed publication, with plans to expand to 68 pages starting in January 2007. The editor, Russel Callaghan, expresses his commitment to continuing the legacy of his father-in-law, Graham William Birdsall, who was instrumental in the popular newsstand publication UFO Magazine.

Issue Six Contents

The issue features a diverse range of articles, including:

• Manmade UFOs: Steve Johnson explores hoaxes that have been presented as genuine UFOs.
• Nazi UFOs: Brian Allan investigates secret societies allegedly developing 'Saucer shaped aircraft' during the Third Reich.
• Roswell 60: Top researcher Kevin Randle reports on the sixtieth anniversary of the alleged UFO crash and retrieval.
• Boomerang UFO: An article on a UFO caught on camera.
• Operation Lunar Eclipse: Special Agent Joseph Gutheinz searches for hundreds of missing moon rocks.
• Unidentified: Dr. David Clarke examines UFO reports that are difficult to debunk.
• Creatures of the Tsunami: An exploration of strange creatures found during Tsunami clean-up, questioning whether photographs are hoaxes or genuine.

The magazine also includes contact information for UFO DATA Magazine, based in Leeds, UK, and lists the editorial team: Russel Callaghan (Editor), Steve Johnson & Sacha Christie (Researchers), Philip Mantle (Features Editor), and Michael Buckley (Production Manager).

Manmade UFOs: The Hoaxes

This section delves into the history of fabricated UFO evidence, dating back to the coining of the term 'flying saucer' nearly sixty years prior. It highlights how individuals have created fake photographs and films to gain notoriety. While acknowledging that not all UFO images are hoaxes, the article suggests that understanding hoaxes can help in identifying genuine sightings. The piece discusses notorious figures like George Adamski, whose photographs are generally regarded as fakes, and the controversial McMinnville Saucer case, photographed by Paul Trent in 1950. Investigator Joel Carpenter's findings suggesting the Trent photos were of a truck mirror are mentioned. The article also recounts the story of Alex Birch, who admitted to faking UFO photos with paper cutouts, though he later changed his story. The impact of modern computer technology on the ease of creating convincing UFO footage is also noted, referencing the 'The Australian UFO Wave' website as an example of a project that blurred the lines between hoax and artwork.

UFOs and the Bermuda Triangle

This extensive section explores the enduring mystery of the Bermuda Triangle, an area associated with numerous disappearances of ships and aircraft. The article traces the legend's origins to Christopher Columbus's 1492 voyage, where he reported strange lights and a disc-shaped object. It details the infamous disappearance of Flight 19, a squadron of five Avenger torpedo-bombers in 1945, and the subsequent vanishing of a search aircraft. Various theories, including pilot error, instrument malfunction, and time warps, are discussed, referencing Steven Spielberg's movie 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind'. The article also recounts the experience of Bruce Gernon, who in 1970, flew through a strange lenticular cloud formation over the Bahamas that appeared to travel with his plane, causing instrument malfunction and a significant discrepancy in flight time. Other vessels lost in the Triangle, such as the SS Cotopaxi, USS Cyclops, Surcouf, Sylvia L Ossa, and SS Poet, are listed. The section concludes by noting that over 100 ships and 70 aircraft, totaling over 1000 lives, have been lost in the Bermuda Triangle, leaving the cause of these disappearances a mystery.

The Government and the Release of UFO Documents

This article examines the UK Ministry of Defence's (MoD) handling of UFO documents, particularly in relation to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). It highlights how the MoD has actively attempted to cover up UFO investigations, with deliberate withholding of information. Dr. David Clarke's requests for UFO data are discussed, including a 1976 note from the UFO desk stating that information would not be divulged due to its confidential nature. The article also mentions an attempt to expunge information related to DI55, the MoD's UFO desk, from the public record. The MoD's website states that they publish all documents relating to UFOs and that their evidence suggests rational explanations for sightings, with the primary reason for examination being to ensure UK airspace is not compromised. The article criticizes the MoD's reliance on Section 21 of the FOIA, which allows them to refuse hard copies of documents if they are reasonably accessible online, citing the case of Rev. Dr. Alan W. Fromm, who was denied a hard copy of the 'Condign Report' because it was available on the internet. The article also touches upon the shredding of millions of documents by governmental departments before the FOIA came into law.

In The News

This section provides brief news updates:

• Hundreds of UFOs in UK skies: Over 700 UFOs have been reported to the Ministry of Defence in the past six years, though only 12 were deemed worthy of further consideration.
• City to plan Roswell UFO Festival: The City of Roswell is set to coordinate the 2007 UFO Festival, marking the 60th anniversary of the Roswell Incident and the 10th anniversary of the festival. The museum, which previously coordinated the event, has lost money, leading the city to take over planning.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the UFO phenomenon with a focus on evidence, both genuine and fabricated. There is a clear interest in historical cases and the challenges of debunking or verifying sightings. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging researchers and enthusiasts to engage with the subject. The expansion of UFO DATA Magazine in 2007 signifies a commitment to providing a dedicated platform for UFO-related discussions and research. The magazine also highlights the role of government transparency, or lack thereof, in UFO investigations, as seen in the discussion of the MoD's document releases.

This issue of UFO Magazine, identified as issue number 16, focuses heavily on the 60th anniversary of the alleged UFO crash at Roswell, New Mexico, in July 1947. The cover prominently features "ROSTUELL 60" with the years "1947-2007". The magazine explores various facets of the Roswell incident, including witness testimonies, the Project Mogul explanation, and the nature of the debris recovered.

Roswell: The 60th Anniversary

The editorial highlights the approaching 60th anniversary of the Roswell incident and acknowledges that many original witnesses are no longer alive. It announces a planned one-day event in Leeds, UK, featuring Dr. Jesse Marcel Jr. and researcher Dr. Kevin Randle. The article emphasizes that while new witnesses are unlikely, the event aims to present the case in detail for a British audience.

Why Mogul Doesn't Work...

Dr. Kevin Randle argues against the Project Mogul explanation for the Roswell crash. He contends that for Mogul to be a viable explanation, the debris would need to be distinct from regular weather balloon debris, and eyewitnesses would need to have recognized it as such. He also points out the need to trace a balloon flight from launch to crash. Randle questions whether the description of the debris matches that of a Mogul balloon array.

A Brief History of Roswell

This section details the initial discovery of metallic debris by Mack Brazel on his ranch. Brazel, not recognizing the material, contacted Sheriff George Wilcox, who in turn alerted the Roswell Army Air Force base. Major Jesse A. Marcel Sr. and Captain Sheridan Cavitt investigated the site. Marcel later took some debris to Fort Worth, Texas, where Brigadier General Roger Ramey, with the help of weatherman Warrant Officer Irving Newton, identified it as part of a Rawin target and weather balloon.

Seven photographs of the debris were taken in Ramey's office, showing what appears to be a weather balloon and a damaged Rawin target. However, the article notes that some investigators believe these photographs do not show the real debris, suggesting it was a cover story and the important material was not photographed.

Jesse Marcel, in 1978, revealed that he had collected pieces of a flying saucer. Researchers, including Stan Friedman and Len Stringfield, investigated, and Bill Moore found pictures of Marcel with the debris. Many believed Roswell was the result of an alien spacecraft accident.

Project Mogul in New Mexico

Robert Todd, a researcher, investigated balloon projects and settled on Project Mogul as a plausible explanation. His theory was supported by Karl Pflock and the Air Force. Project Mogul aimed to use balloons with listening devices to detect Soviet nuclear research by monitoring acoustical levels in the atmosphere. Experiments were conducted in New Jersey and New Mexico, involving launches from Alamogordo.

Dr. Albert Crary's diary documented Mogul launches, but Flight No. 4 on June 4, 1947, was unaccounted for, making it a potential candidate for the Roswell crash. However, the article notes that the launch of Flight No. 4 was cancelled, and the helium was removed, with salvageable equipment stripped, suggesting no metallic items would have been left for Brazel to find.

Mack Brazel's description of the debris to the Roswell Daily Record mentioned a balloon about 12 feet long and smoky grey rubber, with tinfoil, paper, tape, and sticks forming a bundle. He also noted the absence of any metal engine parts. However, his son, Bill Brazel, described the material as being on the order of balsa wood and heavy gauge mono-filament fishing line, with a pliable, foil-like material that was tough and could not be cut.

The Photographs in Ramey's Office

The photographs taken in Ramey's office show a damaged Rawin target and a black balloon. The article questions whether this was the actual debris or part of a cover story. Sheridan Cavitt, interviewed by Colonel Richard Weaver, stated he recognized the material as part of a balloon and that there were no military cordons at the crash site. This contradicts other witnesses who reported cordons.

Sheridan Cavitt Interviews

Sheridan Cavitt, who survived into the 1990s, initially denied involvement in balloon recoveries and being in Roswell in July 1947. Later, he admitted to being in Roswell and accompanying Master Sergeant Lewis Rickett to the crash site, identifying the debris as aluminum foil or similar material, and believing it was a balloon. Cavitt's account of no military cordon is disputed by Rickett and other witnesses.

Back to Mogul

Even if the debris in the photos was not the real material, the article explores the possibility of Mogul being responsible. Calculations suggest that Mogul balloons could have come within seventeen miles of the Brazel ranch. However, the article also presents the argument that the launch of Flight No. 4 on June 4, 1947, was cancelled, and the equipment was stripped, making it unlikely that debris would have been left behind.

MEXICO. AIRLINE CAPTAIN REPORTS UFO...

This section reports on a sighting by Captain Luis Guillermo Cruz of a Mexican airline in September 2006. He observed a tubular, unidentified flying object with a metallic appearance flying at the same altitude as his Boeing 737-200, moving in the opposite direction.

Boomerang shaped UFOs

This section discusses a special video clip of a daylight sighting. The videographer, Steve Smith, captured footage of an object that initially appeared as a string of lights that burst into orbs and then formed a boomerang shape. The article compares this to the Hudson Valley UFO sightings, which also described V-shaped lights and objects.

The Hudson Valley UFO Saga

The Hudson Valley UFO accounts began in late 1981/early 1982, with witnesses reporting strange lights, often in a V-shape, moving slowly and silently. Hundreds of witnesses reported similar sightings over several years. An article in the Westchester-Rockland Daily Item in 1983 brought attention to these phenomena, leading to an investigation by UFO researchers associated with Dr. J. Allen Hynek.

The book "Night Siege: The Hudson Valley UFO Sightings" documented these events. Witnesses described objects that were large enough to be a "flying city". The article also mentions the possibility of these sightings being related to experimental aircraft or even large balloons, such as the 'Giant Solar Balloon'.

PACIFIC BERMUDA TRIANGLE

This section discusses an episode from The History Channel's "UFO Files" series, focusing on the Pacific's Dragon's Triangle (also known as the Dragon's Sea or Devil's Triangle). This area, located south of Japan, is known for its high rate of disappearances of ships and aircraft since World War II, exceeding even the Bermuda Triangle.

The Dragon's Triangle

The Dragon's Triangle is described as an area where ships and boats vanish without a trace, and numerous strange sightings have occurred. Charles Berlitz's 1989 book brought attention to this region, citing ghost ships, compass fluctuations, and UFO sightings. The magnetic anomalies in this area are said to disrupt compass readings.

Notable incidents linked to the Dragon's Triangle include the disappearance of Amelia Earhart in 1937, the encounter with the 'Flying Dutchman' by HMS Bacchante in 1881, and the disappearance of several Japanese ships and a US Air Force jet.

Bill Birnes suggests that missing crews may have been abducted by USOs (Unidentified Submerged Objects).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the persistent mystery surrounding the Roswell incident and the ongoing debate about its explanation, particularly the Project Mogul theory versus an extraterrestrial origin. The magazine also explores other UFO phenomena, including sightings in the Hudson Valley and the enigmatic disappearances in the Dragon's Triangle. The editorial stance appears to favor presenting evidence and witness accounts, allowing readers to draw their own conclusions, while also critically examining official explanations and debunking attempts.

This issue of UFO DATA magazine, identified as issue 21, focuses on unexplained phenomena, primarily UFO and USO sightings, with a significant emphasis on the mysterious "Dragon's Triangle" and "Dragon's Sea" regions. The magazine explores historical accounts, official investigations, and contemporary sightings from various parts of the world.

The Dragon's Triangle and Sea

The Dragon's Triangle is described as an area where time and space are in flux, causing navigational anomalies. Loren Coleman, author of 'Mysterious America,' notes that while many explanations exist, the phenomenon remains a mystery.

Several incidents are detailed: In the late 1950s, entertainer Arthur Godfrey experienced instrument failure and saw a USO, losing thirty minutes of time. In 1968, Lieutenant Colonel Frank Hopkins reported his aircraft being hundreds of miles off course. The former Soviet Union, with a large Pacific fleet, actively investigated UFO and USO reports, with Vladimir Ajaja leading a study in 1977 that resulted in instructions for Soviet naval vessels on how to observe and report unidentified objects.

In 1980, the Soviet research ship 'Vladimir Volbirov' witnessed a glowing cylindrical object rise from the sea. In 1981, the Japanese freighter 'Taki Kyoto Maru' was rocked by shockwaves from a saucer-shaped object that hovered and then plunged into the ocean, causing a fifteen-minute time loss. In December 1984, the Japanese research ship 'Kaiyo Maru' observed two dozen UFOs hovering and then dispersing rapidly.

Junichiro Kato, head of OUR-J (Organisation of UFO Research – Japan), has photographed over two hundred objects in the Dragon's Triangle, witnessing one or two per month at one point. In June 1997, he photographed three glowing discs over Tokyo Bay.

Historical Accounts and Legends

Stories from the Dragon's Triangle stretch back centuries, with tales of sea dragons sinking ships. Modern Japanese researchers attribute these to USOs or UFOs. The region is also linked to one of the oldest UFO stories: a spherical boat arriving in a Japanese village carrying a woman with unusual features, speaking a strange language, and holding a box. Dr. Kazuo Tanaka of Gifu University concluded she was extraterrestrial, with the story appearing in 19th-century literature.

Historical events are also cited: In 1235, strange lights were seen over a Kyoto army camp. In 1274 and 1281, Kublai Khan's invasion fleets were destroyed by typhoons, leading to the notion of a 'divine wind' protecting Japan.

Commodore Matthew Perry's log from July 8th, 1853, described a remarkable blue meteor-like object that sank into the ocean near Tokyo Bay.

UFO Activity in the UK and US

David Clarke, a lecturer and UFO researcher, examines cases from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) files released in January 2005. These files, from the late 1970s, reveal significant sightings, including one from RAF Boulmer in July 1977, where airmen and radar detected two bright objects hovering over the North Sea. The objects were described as stationary, then moving apart and together, climbing into the sky. Radar contacts confirmed their presence, with one climbing to 9,000 feet.

Another notable case involved a Vulcan bomber crew in May 1977 reporting a "close encounter" with a UFO over the Bay of Biscay. The object, described as a "triangular shaped" white light, moved erratically and caused interference with radar. A subsequent investigation found a "strong response" on the aircraft's radar film, indicating a large object.

In November 1978, David Pointer reported a "close encounter" with a "tank-like" object in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire. The object had a dome-shaped structure, coloured lights, and a telescopic probe. Pointer also noted letters on the UFO reading "VAWCON."

Steven Greer notes that the Dragon's Triangle's location in the Pacific Ring of Fire may contribute to UFO sightings due to tectonic activity. Dr. Joann Stock explains how undersea volcanoes can release gases that affect ship buoyancy and clog aircraft engines.

Contemporary Sightings and Research

Ed Sherwood, a UFO DATA Magazine contributor, reports a UFO "flap" in Santa Monica, California, with over thirty daylight sightings since June 2006. He videotaped two UFOs in formation and later a different configuration described as a large, self-luminous white "sphere" with smaller spheres below. He also describes a "worm"-like object.

Santiago Yturria in Mexico has videotaped similar UFO sphere or "fleet container" formations. The magazine also mentions a "Weather or Wind Ladder" device used by the Met. Office that could explain some sightings.

The Kildare Lights

Dermot Butler reports on the "Kildare Lights" incident in Ireland. On June 23rd, 2006, Noel Herbert encountered seven bright lights flying in a V-shaped formation near County Kildare. He captured footage of the objects, which drifted across the sky and then reappeared after fading out. Other witnesses reported similar lights. The UPRI (Unidentified Phenomena Research Ireland) group is mentioned as a collective of researchers.

Operation Lunar Eclipse

Joe Gutheinz, a retired NASA Office of Inspector General Senior Special Agent, investigated the recovery of a "Goodwill Moon Rock" from Honduras. Through a sting operation, he recovered a moon rock that had been given to Honduras by the US government in 1973-1974. The case, "United States vs. One Lucite Ball Containing Lunar Material," resulted in the rock's return to Honduras. This marked the first time law enforcement recovered an object brought to Earth from space.

Gutheinz and his students suspect that as many as 100 of the 135 Goodwill Moon Rocks may be missing or stolen.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently presents a pro-UFO stance, highlighting unexplained phenomena and suggesting that official explanations are often lacking or deliberately concealed. The editorial tone encourages open-mindedness and investigation into UFO sightings, emphasizing that these events are real and have consequences. The publication also promotes its own books and resources related to UFOs and the paranormal, suggesting a commitment to disseminating information within the UFO community.

This issue of UFOData Magazine reviews 'The Great British UFO Show', a two-day event held in Leeds on October 21st-22nd, 2006. The review highlights the diverse range of topics covered by nine speakers, including UFO sightings, political conspiracies, crop circles, and alleged alien abductions. The event aimed to demonstrate that ufology is a vibrant subject, contrary to claims of it being a fringe or dead topic.

Speakers and Topics

Tony Topping shared his personal experiences of alleged alien abductions and psychic attacks since childhood, believing dark forces manipulate human minds. He also presented videos of black helicopters and bright objects, and theorized that most UFOs emanate from the Earth's poles or interior, or from beneath the oceans. He recounted the controversial Operation High Jump in Antarctica.

David Shayler, a former MI5 officer, stepped in at short notice to discuss his experiences with the security services, including an MI6 plot to assassinate Colonel Gaddafi. He spoke about his disillusionment with illegal operations and his subsequent arrest and imprisonment in the UK after fleeing to France with his partner, Annie Machon.

Odd Gunnar Roed from Norway presented his research on unexplained tracks and the Hessdalen Lights in his home country. He discussed large gouges in the earth that geologists could not explain and showed photographs of the Hessdalen Lights, which flashed on and off.

Philip Mantle, UFOData Magazine's features editor, discussed the infamous 'Alien Autopsy' saga. He detailed his involvement from the beginning, the controversy surrounding Ray Santilli's footage, and the potential legal action against Santilli for consumer fraud.

Sacha Christie, a UFOData researcher, spoke publicly for the first time about her own experiences, including a sighting in Wales ten years prior where she and her companions saw a round, glowing object with spokes. This event led to significant life changes for her, including fear of the dark and unexplained allergies vanishing.

Rob Whitehead from LAPIS presented cases he had investigated, including orange lights in the sky that were later identified as Thai lanterns. He also covered the inexplicable case of the Devereaux family in High Bentham, who experienced an hour of missing time after seeing a bright light.

Alan Foster focused on crop patterns, arguing that many features are difficult to fabricate and cannot be the result of simple hoaxing. He presented examples like the Chilbolton messages and the Alien Head formation, suggesting they are a form of communication.

Maurizio Baiata from Italy discussed the work of Colonel Philip J. Corso, who allegedly worked with alien technology recovered from the Roswell crash. Corso is said to have planted seeds of ideas that eventually led to modern technologies.

Russel Callaghan, UFOData Magazine editor and conference host, concluded the event by discussing problems within ufology, particularly concerning media representation. He also announced that the next year's event would celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Roswell Incident and feature Roswell researcher Kevin Randle and Dr. Jesse Marcel Jr.

Special Features

'Moon Rock Corner' by Joseph Richard Gutheinz, Jr. details his investigation into the sale of bogus moon rocks and his undercover operation, 'Operation Lunar Eclipse'. He recounts a case involving a genuine moon rock that was eventually forfeited to the government. The column also highlights the issue of stolen moon rocks and encourages readers to report any Goodwill Moon Rocks they find.

'Strange Creatures of The Tsunami' discusses the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami and the unusual sea creatures washed ashore. It notes the common connection drawn between major disasters and UFOs, referencing historical instances of alleged alien intervention during times of trouble.

Production and Future Events

A DVD set of the entire weekend's lectures will be released soon through ufodata.co.uk. The magazine thanks Paul France for his photography. The next Great British UFO Show is planned for the 60th anniversary of the Roswell Incident.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the idea that ufology is a relevant and active field of study, challenging skepticism and media dismissal. UFOData Magazine's editorial stance is to share information with the public, disseminate evidence, and encourage readers to contribute to the understanding of these phenomena. The publication appears to advocate for open investigation and sharing of evidence, warning against exclusivity contracts that stifle debate. The recurring theme is the exploration of unexplained phenomena, from UFO sightings and alleged abductions to government cover-ups and the potential for extraterrestrial influence.

Title: UFO DATA Magazine
Issue: 5
Volume: Two
Date: Sept/Oct 2006
Publisher: UFO DATA
Country: UK
Price: £3.50 UK

This issue of UFO DATA Magazine delves into various aspects of the UFO phenomenon, with a strong focus on alleged connections between UFOs, Nazi Germany, and esoteric societies. It also explores scientific and psychological explanations for UFO sightings.

Inaccessible Depths of the Worlds Oceans?

The issue opens with a discussion of a creature discovered in debris washed ashore after a tsunami. The creature was allegedly photographed and taken to the Institute of Biological Studies, but the film and photographs were reportedly stolen, with electronic copies removed by hackers. The article questions whether these are elaborate hoaxes or proof of unknown creatures from the ocean depths. The detail on the creatures is noted as being very realistic, suggesting they are not simple papier-mâché models.

The Nazi UFO Enigma

This section explores the theory that the Nazi Party was privy to exotic technology during World War II, possibly linked to the occult and Black Magic. It mentions speculation about experiments to harness unknown powers and a 'great secret' related to a crashed UFO discovered in the Black Forest in 1936. This secret, combined with information from the Vril Society, allegedly led to the development of flying machines.

The Societies

The article details the influence of various secret societies in early 20th-century Germany, including the Bavarian Illuminati, Freemasons, Rosicrucians, Thule Society, and Vril Society. It highlights the Vril Society and its offshoot, the Thule Society, as particularly noted for their occult connections and influence on the Nazi Party. Baron Rudolph von Sebottendorff (Rudolf Glauer) is identified as the chief architect of the Thule Society.

Thule

The Thule Society is linked to the legendary Aryan polar country, Hyperborea, and the concept of 'Ultima Thule' as a gateway to another world. The article notes the use of ELF transmitters in areas associated with Hyperborea, speculating they might be used for sinister purposes beyond submarine communication, potentially influencing human thoughts. It also touches upon the Hyperboreans' alleged contact with extraterrestrials, interbreeding, and eventual use of atomic weapons, leading to genetic damage and a form of eugenics.

Vril

The 'Vril' energy is described as an esoteric energy, with the Vril Society founded in Vienna in 1917. The society allegedly channeled information about a 'magical, violet, black stone' and the 'Sphere of Destiny' from extraterrestrials. The source of Vril power is the 'Black Sun,' described as an 'invisible beam of infinite light.' The Black Sun was a secret school of philosophical thought foundational to the Nazi Third Reich's occult beliefs, with Heinrich Himmler said to be an adept.

Himmler, the SS and the Occult

Heinrich Himmler is described as having ordered the construction of a spiritual Valhalla deep below his SS fortress at Wewelsberg in Westphalia. This site was dedicated to the cult and belief system of the SS, featuring a 'Hall of the Dead' and a ritual chamber with an altar, possibly used for ceremonies involving human sacrifice. The emblem of the 'Black Sun' is described as an elaborate mandala.

The Wingwheels (Fleugelrads)

The information channeled by the Vril society eventually led to the construction of the 'Vril Machine,' a saucer-shaped, interdimensional time machine. The article also discusses the 'Haunebu Project,' an aircraft project allegedly combining back-engineered UFO technology with Vril society information. Henry Stevens claims the 'Haunebu 1' was 15 meters in diameter.

Victor Schauberger and Flying Discs

The article presents an alternate version involving scientist Victor Schauberger, who allegedly created flying discs between 1938 and 1945. He reportedly worked at Mauthausen concentration camp with technically-oriented prisoners and German scientists. A letter from Schauberger details a 'Flying Saucer' flight test on February 19, 1945, near Prague, reaching 15,000 meters and a speed of 2,200 km/ph. The machine was allegedly destroyed on General Keitel's orders.

Schauberger's work focused on vortex technology and the unusual properties of water. His 'Climator' device, refined into the 'Repulsin,' allegedly used diamagnetic properties of spinning vortices to generate lift, rather than anti-gravitational devices. The article laments mainstream science's refusal to incorporate 'borderland physics' into its research.

The Hollow Earth and Nazi Exodus

The director of 'The Hollow Earth Research Society' claims that over 2,000 scientists from Germany and Italy vanished to the land beyond the pole after the war. Admiral Richard Byrd's 1947 flight over the South Pole is mentioned, with speculation that he discovered an anomalous, sub-tropical land and investigated 'Fleugelrads' investigating nuclear explosions. The article suggests a cover-up of Nazi scientists and ideologues who may have escaped.

Conclusions

The author expresses doubts about the reported events, particularly the overtly racist and eugenic overtones of the societies involved. While acknowledging the existence of the Thule and Vril societies and the influence of their members on the Nazi high command, the author finds little hard evidence for secret esoteric technology beyond witness testimony and blurred photographs. The article questions the reality of 'Fleugelrads' and the Hollow Earth theory, comparing them to a belief in God. It suggests that while the Nazis and Allies may have had experimental aircraft, devices like the 'Vril Machine' likely remained conceptual.

Misidentification: We All Make Mistakes...

This section discusses common explanations for UFO sightings, categorizing them into:
1. Unknown or anomalous nature (genuine UFO).
2. Misidentification of known phenomena or aircraft (military jets, helicopters, weather balloons, hang-gliders).
3. Neurological effects (hallucinations, drug side-effects, DMT).
4. Deliberate hoaxing.

The article highlights how aircraft, especially at night, can be easily misidentified. It also delves into the potential role of dimethyltryptamine (DMT) in creating experiences that resemble UFO sightings or alien abductions, citing researchers and authors like Graham Hancock and David Icke. The possibility of secret agencies using DMT to disguise their activities or of military abductions (MILABs) is also raised. The author concludes that if all these explanations are discounted, a sighting might indeed be a genuine, unexplained UFO incident.

Alien Autopsy

This section promotes 'Alien Autopsy 'a little bit of that',' an exclusive production from UFO DATA Magazine. It details Philip Mantle's 12-year mission to investigate claims made by Ray Santilli regarding an alleged alien autopsy. The production includes interviews with Santilli's acquaintances, the original 'alien,' and film makers, as well as a researcher who found new details in the films.

Great British UFO Show

Information is provided about upcoming DVD releases from 'The Great British UFO Show,' featuring conference lectures. A 4-DVD set is available for £16.99, allowing viewers to relive the weekend's events.

How to Subscribe

Details are provided on how to subscribe to UFO DATA Magazine, noting an upcoming increase in page count and a transition to A4 format. Subscription rates for the UK, EU, USA, and Rest of World are listed, along with contact information and a mailing address.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the intersection of UFO phenomena with historical events, particularly Nazi Germany, and esoteric or occult beliefs. There is a recurring theme of secret technologies, hidden knowledge, and potential government cover-ups. While presenting various theories and accounts, the magazine also acknowledges the possibility of misidentification and psychological factors, as seen in the section on DMT. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, encouraging readers to draw their own conclusions while presenting evidence and theories from different perspectives.