UFOmania - No 27 - 2000 09

Magazine Overview

Title: UFOmania
Issue: N°27
Date: September 2000
Price: 25 francs
Publisher: Not explicitly stated, but Didier Gomez is listed as 'Responsable de publication'.
Country: France
Language: French
ISSN: 1254-5112

Editorial

Didier Gomez, in his editorial dated May 2000, reflects on the persistent nature of the UFO phenomenon throughout human history, suggesting that its cultural and media impact often overshadows the drive to understand it. He notes a resurgence of UFO activity in France during the early summer of 2000, with numerous testimonies received. Gomez acknowledges the difficulty in verifying all reports and states that the magazine's role is to disseminate information that presents a relatively significant degree of strangeness. He encourages readers to conduct their own investigations and to help promote the magazine by discussing the subject seriously with others and sharing information about UFOmania's activities.

Contents Overview

This issue of UFOmania is primarily dedicated to a recap of UFO observations in Argentina for the year 1999, presented as the first part of a series. It also features recent UFO observations from the summer of 2000 in France, an article on 'Science and UFOs' by Michel Granger, and a 'OVNI FORUM' section compiling news. Other articles include 'The UFOs on the Internet,' a report on a 'Cosmic Conference' by Ghislain Sanchez, and an article titled 'Juste une illusion...' by Didier Gomez. The issue also announces the release of a CD-ROM related to UFOmania, available in December 2000, and includes a section on 'Lectures of the Quarter'.

Key Articles and Features

ARGENTINE: Recap of observations recorded during 1999 by C.O.D.O.V.N.I (Commission for the Observation of Unidentified Flying Objects)

This section, transmitted by Christian Vogt and translated by Didier Gomez, details UFO sightings in Argentina from January to June 1999. It begins by noting the long existence of C.O.D.O.V.N.I. and the increasing possibility of extraterrestrial encounters due to advancements in space exploration. The article then lists specific cases:

• January 5, 1999 - Capilla Del Monte (Cordoba): A family, including engineer César Luis Cotichello, photographed a metallic, tilted UFO near Mount Uritorco. The encounter was classified as a close encounter of the second kind by investigator Osvaldo Sanchez.
• January 11, 1999 - Colonia Escalante (La Pampa): An inhabitant observed a strange UFO.
• January 24, 1999 - Posadas (Misiones): Jorge Libutti observed a bright, synchronized light for 30 minutes, followed by another object approaching at high speed.
• January 24, 1999 - Buenos Aires: Angel Sabato observed a flotilla of brilliant UFOs, including a cigar-shaped object and a triangle-shaped object.
• January 25, 1999 - Buenos Aires: A witness reported a triangular object with small lights in Villa Urquiza.
• February 11, 1999 - El Palomar (Buenos Aires): A large oval object accompanied by about twenty small luminous spheres was observed for an hour.
• February 19, 1999 - Villa Alonso (La Pampa): Three red-orange circular objects flew slowly and silently, with one separating and then rejoining the formation. Specialists noted similarities to events in 1997.
• February 24, 1999 - San Rafael (Mendoza): A flotilla of 6 UFOs was observed.
• March 26, 1999 - Pasadas (Misiones): Juan Manuel Leiva observed a brilliant light that resolved into a triangular object.
• April 8, 1999 - Bernasconi and Abramo (La Pampa): A truck driver observed a large mass of light, lost consciousness, and reported seeing a tall being in an aluminum suit. He suffered burns on his hands and arms.
• April 18, 1999 - Santa Rosa and Toay (La Pampa): A luminous triangular object was filmed and observed by dozens of witnesses.
• May 9, 1999 - La Araña (La Pampa): The CEUFO group photographed a UFO.

Observations Récentes: L'état actuel des témoignages de l'été 2000

This section details recent UFO sightings reported in France during the summer of 2000, indicating a notable increase in activity. The magazine aims to present these testimonies objectively, though acknowledging the inherent difficulty in verifying every detail.

La science et les Ovnis

An article by Michel Granger exploring the intersection of scientific inquiry and the UFO phenomenon.

OVNI FORUM

This section, compiled by Paco, provides a summary of recent news and developments related to UFOs.

Les OVNIS sur INTERNET

A brief look at the presence and discussion of UFOs on the internet.

Conférence Cosmique

A report by Ghislain Sanchez on a cosmic conference, likely related to ufology.

Juste une illusion...

An article by Didier Gomez, the title suggesting a discussion on the nature of UFO sightings.

5 novembre 1990: enfin le bout du tunnel! Le livre + le CD-Rom made in UFOmania

This article announces a new book and CD-ROM release from UFOmania, related to a specific event or case from November 5, 1990.

Lectures du trimestre

A section featuring reviews or recommendations of books related to ufology.

Subscription Information

Details on subscription rates for 2000 are provided: 100 Francs for 4 issues in France, 140 Francs for the European Union, and 180 Francs for other countries, payable by check or money order to Didier Gomez. International money orders are also accepted. Subscribers are asked to specify their desired start issue, otherwise, the subscription begins with the latest issue upon receipt of payment.

Contact and Acknowledgements

Regional contacts for UFOmania are listed across France, including Didier Gomez (headquarters), Thierry Garnier (Normandy), Pascal Pautrot (Paris), Laurent Cousseau (Poitou), Gilles Hargat (Languedoc-Roussillon), Jean-Luc Noguera (Languedoc-Roussillon), and Ghislain Sanchez (Atlantic Region). Acknowledgements are extended to various individuals and entities, including Librairie Golden Books, Paco Pautrot, Christian Vogt, Emmanuel Mouriño, Michel Granger, and others.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO sightings, testimonies, and investigations, particularly within France and Argentina. The editorial stance emphasizes an independent approach, aiming to disseminate information and encourage reader engagement and personal investigation. There is a clear effort to bridge the gap between the public's interest and a more rigorous understanding of the phenomenon, suggesting that UFOs are a persistent aspect of human history that warrants serious consideration. The publication also seems to be embracing new media, as evidenced by the CD-ROM release.