Ufology News - No 10 - August 2012

Magazine Overview

This issue of "Novosti Ufologii" (News of Ufology), published with the support of the EIBC Research Center, is dated August 2012 and is identified as issue #10. The magazine aims to provide accurate information and a platform for discussion on UFOs and anomalous aerial phenomena (AAP), distinguishing itself through its unbiased approach and promotion of a scientific perspective.

Project "Novosti Ufologii"

The "Novosti Ufologii" project, launched in July 2011, functions as an alternative media outlet. It publishes daily news on ufology, UFO identification, AAP research, interviews with researchers, historical accounts, and documentary materials. The project seeks collaboration from individuals interested in preserving the history of UFO identification and AAP research globally, requesting rare and unique materials in electronic format. In return, they offer access to their collection of approximately 18,000 files from 63 countries.

Announcements and Conferences

The magazine announces the 5th annual MUFON-Pennsylvania conference, scheduled for September 28-30, 2012, at the Sheraton Bucks County Hotel in Langhorne, PA. The conference will feature discussions on UFOs, with evening events including talks by Joey Ventre on "UFOs in History and Art" and Frank Fessino. The Saturday program includes discussions with Travis Walton on his abduction experience, Sue Swantek on "UFOs in Virginia," Karyn Dolan on "Ufology vs. Paranormal Phenomena," Stan Gordon on the "Kecksburg UFO Crash," and Rob Swantek on the "60th Anniversary of UFOs over Washington." A special buffet dinner with a talk by Peter Robbins is also planned. The Sunday program features talks by Grant Cameron on secrecy, Richard Dolan on "UFOs in the Next Century," Stefan Bassett on disclosure, and Mark Pescio on "Moral Problems of Society." Registration details and contact information for John Ventre are provided.

Another event announced is the "Look to the Stars" UFO Symposium, taking place from May 10-12, 2013, at Kenilworth Lodge in Sebring, Florida, with speakers including Stanton Friedman, Kathleen Marden, Richard Dolan, and others. Additionally, the 2nd LAI seminar in Egypt is scheduled for December 14-21, focusing on the "Second International Seminar on the History of Civilizations."

EIBC Global Archive

The issue highlights the EIBC's global archive of UFO identification and AAP research, Version 1.1. The archive's work periods are detailed: Period 1.0 (January 30, 2011 - July 14, 2012) accumulated 65.6 GB, and Period 1.1 (July 23, 2012 - August 23, 2012) added 26.9 GB. The archive is described as a result of dedicated effort, with the goal of contributing to humanity's future.

Historical Investigations and Reports

Project "Twinkle"

The magazine delves into the history of UFO investigation with a section on Project "Twinkle" (originally "Twinkle"), initiated in 1950 by the US Air Force to investigate sightings of "green bolides" and strange objects near military installations. The project aimed to gather scientific information using optical instruments and involved collaboration with the civilian company "Land-Air" for kinetheodolite work. Despite initial efforts, the project's findings were deemed inconclusive by Dr. Louis Etterman, who recommended its closure, though the report suggests that some significant observations may have been suppressed.

COMETA Report (1999)

A rare report from 1999, "UFOs and Defense: What We Should Be Prepared For," is discussed. It details an incident on February 19, 1956, where a large object appeared on radar at Orly Airport, France, exhibiting extraordinary speed and maneuverability. The object was also observed by a DC-3 aircraft and ground personnel, with its nature being difficult to ascertain. The report, compiled by the Committee for In-depth Research on Public Initiatives (COMETA), composed of current and former members of the "Institute for Problems of National Defense of France," suggests that governments actively conceal information that could fundamentally alter human understanding.

Mysterious Phenomena over Greenland and Denmark

This section presents a collection of historical UFO sightings:

• January 5, 1981: A fiery, square-shaped object was observed over Greenland near a USAF base, detected by radar.
• 1982: A 15-year-old boy on the island of Funen witnessed a bright, illuminated object resembling two nested plates, with small, 60 cm tall creatures nearby.
• Two years later: A woman saw a hovering UFO with green and red lights, observing three humanoid figures in its windows.
• January 7, 1991: An astronomer in Egersund observed a round, orange object that flew east and disappeared, confirmed by a USAF lieutenant as not being an aircraft.
• August 12, 1991: Police officers in Ordrup, Denmark, observed a strange object with blue, yellow, and white lights that temporarily disrupted their radio communication.
• Later that day: A similar object was seen flying low over southern Funen.
• December 22, 2002: A bright yellow object with a greenish glow was observed near Køge, Denmark, exhibiting chaotic movement for half an hour.

UFOs on the Far Side of the Earth

This section covers incidents reported in New Zealand:

• September 13, 1952: The head of civil aviation reported seeing three bright white lights over Victoria Peak.
• September 15, 1952: Two similar luminous spheres were observed moving across the northern sky, leaving smoky trails.
• October 16, 1952: A psychologist observed an unusual meteor that turned out to be a fast-moving object resembling a disc, significantly faster than aircraft.
• November 1952: Crescent-shaped objects were seen over New Zealand, tilting as if performing a maneuver.

Historical UFO Investigations and Military Responses

This part discusses the military's handling of UFO reports. In the early days, astronomers at the Carter Observatory and the Royal Astronomical Society dismissed UFO reports as natural phenomena. In October 1952, a civilian group called the "Civilian Study of Flying Saucers" (GILTT) was formed, led by Sergeant Fulton. By August 1953, GILTT had collected 153 reports, with a significant number describing disc or ball-shaped objects. Despite these reports, military investigations often concluded that objects were natural phenomena or misidentifications, such as Venus. The article highlights instances where military responses were dismissive, with standard replies indicating "no further action required." It also mentions the formation of a committee in April 1968 to coordinate UFO research among various agencies, though this committee was later disbanded.

Finally, the issue touches upon the declassification of documents, including a report from June 9, 2001, where a pilot observed a bright, bluish-green light descending vertically. The article criticizes the perceived ignorance and incompetence of New Zealand's military in dealing with these phenomena.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently emphasizes a scientific approach to ufology, advocating for unbiased information and research. It highlights historical investigations, government reports, and witness accounts, often critiquing official explanations and perceived cover-ups. The editorial stance appears to be one of promoting transparency and a thorough, evidence-based study of UFO and AAP phenomena, encouraging readers to engage with the subject matter critically and scientifically.