Ufology News - No 09 - July 2012

Magazine Overview

Title: НОВОСТИ УФОЛОГИИ (Ufology News)
Issue Date: July 2012
Publisher: Исследовательского Центра EIBC (EIBC Research Center)

This issue of "Ufology News" marks the first anniversary of the "Ufology News" project, which was launched in July 2011. The project aims to provide information and a platform for communication for individuals interested in UFOs and anomalous phenomena. The website publishes daily news, UFO identification, studies of anomalous aerial phenomena (AAN), interviews with researchers, and historical accounts. It also serves as a resource for upcoming events and conferences related to ufology.

Project "Ufology News"

The project's goal is to disseminate information and facilitate communication among those interested in UFOs and anomalous phenomena. The website features daily updates on ufology news, UFO identification, AAN studies, interviews with prominent researchers, and historical case reviews. It also announces upcoming events and conferences, connecting ufologists and researchers.

Personal Account: Memories of Mysterious Phenomena

The issue includes a personal narrative from a woman who, as a child in the 1970s, was profoundly affected by information about UFOs. Her brother brought home secret materials, including details about the Petrozavodsk incident and accounts of UFO pilots. This exposure led to a period of disinterest in everyday life, a feeling of existential dread, and a questioning of humanity's place in the cosmos. She recounts how she initially viewed UFOs as a cosmic mistake, contrasting them with human achievements like those of Mendeleev and the Ulyanov family. Later, during a hospital stay, she found a new perspective on human physiology, which she likened to the mystery of UFOs. She also mentions reading a book titled "The Collapse of Planet Earth," which further fueled her interest in the topic. A significant sighting occurred in the late 1970s over Dzhambul (now Taraz), where a large sphere displayed 'light acrobatics' for several hours, observed by the entire city. A physics teacher's explanation about new aircraft testing near the city and the proximity of Baikonur Cosmodrome did not fully satisfy her. In 1981, as a university student, she encountered a scientist recruiting for a UFO research group. Her interest resurfaced in 1990 when, on a train journey, she witnessed a fleet of UFOs exhibiting unusual light patterns and movements. This sighting led to a newspaper article but also criticism from a local newspaper editor who attributed it to military exercises. She reflects on the advanced capabilities of the observed objects, suggesting they were beyond current human technology. She also mentions reading a book that suggested UFO information is withheld to prevent panic and that extraterrestrials might be friendly or hostile, some even existing alongside humans on Earth, in parallel worlds, or underground.

Personal Reflections and Scientific Theories

The author later became a journalist and developed a theory about the origin of diamonds in the galaxy. She claims this theory was confirmed, but she was advised not to publicize it further, as the information was being appropriated without credit. She also received telepathic information about future discoveries and the writing of science fiction books.

UFO Sightings and Government Documents

The issue notes a sighting in Alma-Ata in the 1970s where a territory was cleared, which she later dreamed was a UFO landing site. Editor's notes correct factual inaccuracies in the personal account, such as the dating of the Petrozavodsk phenomenon and the publication date of the book "The Collapse of Planet Earth." It also points out that the newspaper "Express-K" was formerly called "Leninskoye Znamya" in 1990.

Events and Conferences

Several upcoming events are listed: the "Shag Harbour" festival (August 3-4, 2012) commemorating a 1967 incident; the "Paradigm" symposium in Minneapolis (October 18-21, 2012) featuring speakers like Erich von Däniken; and the "Stargate to the Cosmos" conference in Phoenix (October 29 - November 4, 2012).

Scientific Discussions: Stephen Hawking on M-Theory and Extraterrestrial Life

This section features an interview with physicist Stephen Hawking at the Seattle Science Festival in June 2012. Hawking discusses M-theory as a candidate for a complete theory of the universe, noting that its validation might come from the discovery of 'superpartners' at the Large Hadron Collider. He also touches upon the possibility of time travel, referencing Einstein's theory of relativity but highlighting the risks. Regarding extraterrestrial life, Hawking suggests that if life is rare, humans might be unique in the Milky Way. He also posits that advanced civilizations might self-destruct. He expresses skepticism about UFOs being alien spacecraft, questioning why they would only appear to 'eccentrics.' He believes that humanity has not been visited by aliens, as evidenced by the lack of visits over billions of years and the unsuccessful SETI searches.

Archaeological and Scientific Reports

An expedition report on Angkor, Cambodia, highlights its impressive architectural complex and suggests that ancient builders possessed advanced engineering and geological knowledge. A new article by A.G. Kirichenko on the website of FAKS NTUU "KPI" discusses concepts and methods for researching anomalous aerial phenomena (AAN). The issue also lists the landing sites of NASA's Mars rovers, including Viking 1 and 2, Pathfinder, Spirit, Opportunity, Phoenix, and the upcoming Curiosity rover.

UFO Bulletins and Archives

A section provides links to a wide array of UFO-related bulletins and newsletters from various countries, including Ukraine, Russia, USA, UK, Germany, Norway, Sweden, Canada, Indonesia, Italy, Belgium, Slovakia, Finland, Brazil, and Zimbabwe. It also announces the release of a global archive of UFO identification and AAN research by EIBC, containing over 7000 pages of documents from 1965-2008.

The MADAR Project

The MADAR project, developed in the 1970s by L.G. Blevans and F.L. Ridge, is described as a system for detecting magnetic anomalies and correlating them with visual UFO sightings. The system involved 13 monitoring points and collected 659 reports between 1970 and 1991, with 22 events confirmed visually.

"Science Camp" Project in Hessdalen

This section details the "Science Camp" project in Hessdalen, Norway, initiated to address a decline in student interest in physics and mathematics. The project aims to engage young people by providing scientific equipment and sending them to study anomalous zones. It describes the organization of camps for students and college students, with teams named "Project Triangle."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO phenomena, anomalous aerial phenomena (AAN), and related scientific and historical investigations. It presents personal accounts, scientific theories (like M-theory), and reports on research projects and events. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, encouraging discussion and the sharing of information, while also maintaining a critical perspective, as seen in the editor's notes and the inclusion of scientific viewpoints like Stephen Hawking's. There's an emphasis on documenting and archiving UFO-related data, as evidenced by the EIBC's global archive project.

This issue of the "UFO Encyclopedia, 2nd Edition" focuses on several significant unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) cases, primarily from the 1970s and 1980s. The content is presented in Russian, with some English titles and references.

Hessdalen Lights

The magazine details the phenomenon of the Hessdalen Lights (НСЯ) in Norway, a valley known for "Unknown Luminous Phenomena." Since November 1981, residents have reported frequent and intense UAP sightings, some strong enough to illuminate the area. The phenomena are described as having various characteristics:

1. Subjective Sightings: Objects ranging from 20 to 3 meters in diameter, sometimes moving at low altitudes for hours. Primarily yellow with a small red light on top.
2. White and Blue Lights: Brief flashes lasting seconds, differing from the first type and possibly having a different origin.
3. Connected Light Sources: Multiple light sources appearing connected to a black object.

Research into the Hessdalen Valley began in 1983 with expeditions involving around 40 people. These expeditions were equipped with advanced technology, including radar, spectral analyzers, and magnetometers, and registered 53 sightings. Further research in 1985 yielded fewer active phenomena. In 1993, sightings resurfaced, reported in the local press. The project involved the creation of an automated observation station developed by students from Ostfold College.

RB-47 Radar/Visual Case

This section recounts an incident on July 17, 1957, involving an RB-47H "Stratotjet" aircraft on a training flight over the southern USA. At 3:39 AM, at an altitude of 10,500 meters and a speed of 900 km/h, the aircraft detected a pulsed radiation source in the 2.9-3.0 GHz range with a pulse width of 2.0 microseconds and a repetition rate of 600 Hz. The signal originated from a direction with no ground radar.

Over several seconds, an object appeared to move above the aircraft, perform several maneuvers, and disappear. The crew initially doubted their readings, but later, at 4:10 AM, while changing course, the pilot and navigator observed an object rapidly approaching from the left. It appeared as an intense source of blue light. The object then moved rapidly to the right and disappeared. No magnetic anomalies were detected. At 4:30 AM, another radio signal was received. The presence of the target was confirmed by ground radar. For eight minutes, the signal accompanied the aircraft. Later, at 4:39 AM, a new object with a bright red glow, larger than the aircraft and at a lower altitude (34,500 feet), was observed. The crew requested to cease training and pursue the object. One object changed direction towards Dallas, stopped, and then descended sharply. At 4:57 AM, the object reappeared elsewhere, but due to low fuel, the aircraft proceeded to land. The object accompanied the aircraft for 18 km before vanishing.

JAL 1628 Incident

This case involves a Japan Air Lines (JAL) flight 1628, a Boeing 747, on a flight from Paris to Tokyo via Reykjavik and Anchorage. On November 17, 1986, at 5:11 AM local time in Alaska, Captain Kenju Terauchi, while on autopilot, noticed unusual lights ahead that did not resemble known astronomical objects. Initially considering them Soviet reconnaissance aircraft, he soon realized they were accompanying his plane. He reported this to ground control, alerting radio operators in Telketna.

The objects were described as having unusual lights, some appearing as silhouettes against the lights around Fairbanks, and being the size of an aircraft carrier. They emitted pale white lights and had lights arranged in a pattern. The objects were observed to be 1.5 to 2 times larger than a jumbo jet. The captain and crew observed the objects for an extended period, with the objects performing maneuvers and maintaining proximity to the aircraft. The objects were detected by radar, and communication logs with air traffic control (AARTCC) detail the crew's observations and the controllers' attempts to identify the targets. The objects were described as having colored lights (yellow, white, pink) and appearing square-shaped. The crew expressed fear and uncertainty about the nature of the objects, which were not identifiable as conventional aircraft. The objects eventually disappeared, and the aircraft continued its flight.

Cessna 182L Disappearance

This section details the disappearance of a Cessna 182L (VH-DSJ) on October 21, 1978, near Bass Strait, Victoria, Australia. The pilot, 20-year-old Frederick Valentich, was on a night VMC training flight from Moorabbin to King Island. He reported seeing a large aircraft with four bright lights, which he initially struggled to identify. The object was described as flying at a high speed and performing maneuvers, sometimes appearing stationary and orbiting his aircraft. Valentich described it as metallic, shiny, and emitting green lights.

During the communication with Melbourne Flight Service Unit (FSU), Valentich repeatedly stated that the object was not an aircraft and that it was playing a game, flying around him multiple times. He reported his altitude as 4,500 feet. The object was described as having a long shape and immense speed. Valentich also reported unusual "metallic sounds" and that his engine began to lose power. The last transmission from Valentich indicated the object was hovering above him and was not an aircraft. Valentich then went silent, and the aircraft disappeared from radar. An extensive search was conducted but found no trace of the aircraft or its pilot. The cause of the disappearance remains undetermined.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around unexplained aerial phenomena, pilot testimonies, radar confirmations, and the challenges of identifying unknown objects. The magazine appears to present these cases as credible events requiring further investigation, highlighting the limitations of current scientific understanding and the persistence of these mysteries. The editorial stance seems to be one of serious inquiry into UAP reports, presenting detailed accounts and technical data where available.