AFU 19710000 Vimana no 2

Magazine Overview

This issue of Vimana magazine, identified as issue number 2 from 1971, is published by Interplanetistit ry - Interplanetisterna rf. It is a member publication, appearing four times a year, dedicated to the study and dissemination of information regarding 'flying saucers'. The editor-in-chief is Aili Nurmiaho, and the editorial secretary is P. Teerikorpi. The organization's chairman is Tapani Kuningas, and the annual membership fee is 10 Finnish Marks.

UFO Seminar in Oulu

The magazine announces a UFO seminar to be held in Oulu on August 7-8. The preliminary program includes a field trip to Iso-Syöte near Pudasjärvi on Friday, August 6th, departing from Oulu at 7 PM. The main seminar begins on Saturday, August 7th, at 12 PM with presentations and lectures, concluding with a panel discussion starting at 6 PM. Sunday, August 8th, features a program from 10 AM to 4 PM. Interested members are directed to contact Taisto Virtanen in Oulu for further information.

Kinnula Humanoid Incident

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to the Kinnula humanoid incident, which occurred on February 5, 1971. Two young men, Petter Aliranta (21) and Esko Juhani Sneck (18), were working in the forest near Kinnula when they observed a disc-shaped object, approximately five meters in diameter, land nearby. The object had four thin landing legs. A small, green humanoid, less than a meter tall, emerged from the craft. The humanoid moved stiffly and approached Aliranta. Aliranta attempted to stop it with a chainsaw, but the humanoid returned to the craft. Aliranta managed to grab the humanoid's boot, receiving a burn injury that persisted for two months. The craft then ascended and disappeared. The witnesses noted that the landing gear left circular impressions in the snow, and the snow within these impressions was melted.

UFOism is Not Religion

An article titled "UFOism is Not Religion" by E.M. summarizes a public lecture given by engineer Ahti Karivieri in Helsinki on April 18th. The event, organized by Interplanetistit ry, attracted nearly two thousand people. Karivieri, representing the North Finland UFO Research, presented recent UFO sightings from Northern Finland. The lecture also featured a presentation by Tapani Kuningas on methods for registering and compiling UFO sightings to establish patterns and frequencies of unknown flying objects.

The panel discussion included several individuals: Tapani Kuningas, Timo Pyhälä, Aino Kassinen, Ahti Karivieri, Elis Grahn, Raimo Heiskanen, Toivo Kovanen, Helge Lindroos, Sirpa Silventoinen, and Leila Vanhanen. Literature on the subject, including Rolf Telano's book "Borealis: We Come from Space," was available for purchase.

Imatra-Lappeenranta Mini-UFO Wave

This section details several mini-UFO sightings that occurred in the Imatra and Lappeenranta region during the spring of 1971. These reports, gathered by Ilkka Seppänen, describe various phenomena:

• First Case: A woman in Imatra observed a colorful mini-UFO, predominantly red and green with hints of blue, moving near power lines. The object was described as round with a tail-like formation.
• Second Case: On March 31st, a student in Imatra saw two orange balls performing a rotating motion as they descended. The sighting lasted about five minutes.
• Third Case: On March 31st, a schoolchild in Imatra reported seeing an orange UFO that moved and descended.
• Fourth Case: On April 6th, a student in Imatra observed a bright white mini-UFO that moved in a straight line and then rotated. It appeared round when moving straight and disc-shaped when rotating.
• Fifth Case: On May 7th, a student near Imatra saw a bright object, about the size of a football, moving steadily over a forest area for several minutes.

Seppänen concludes that these sightings are likely genuine mini-UFOs, ruling out common explanations like the moon, stars, or weather balloons due to the time of night and the nature of the observations.

The Great WASH in the Sky of Visulahti

This article by Matti Kinnunen describes a UFO sighting by his five-year-old daughter, Päivi, on May 19th in Mikkelin Visulahti. The object was described as a clearly defined, red-glowing UFO with a high dome, which remained stationary above the trees for about twenty seconds. It was visible against the slightly overcast sky. The UFO's departure was described as a slow, upward movement, initially appearing as a pinkish glow.

Simultaneously, residents in the vicinity of the school also reported seeing the UFO. Salme Ikonen described it as a 'strange sunset'. Three schoolboys in Lehmuskylä, about 8 km west of Visulahti, also reported seeing a red, glowing UFO with a hatch or window.

Jyväskylä UFO Club Visit to Mikkeli

A report from June 23rd mentions a UFO sighting in Mikkeli following a visit by the Jyväskylä UFO Club. Several witnesses observed a large, upside-down peru-like object in the sky north of Mikkeli. The object remained visible for several tens of seconds before disappearing, leaving a pinkish glow. During the sighting, television reception in the northern part of the city experienced interference, and a dog exhibited unusual behavior.

A Helsinki Contact

This section details a contact experience of a 47-year-old man identified as N.N. from Helsinki, which occurred on October 17, 1969. N.N. reported being pulled back by an unseen force while preparing juice. He then observed a light phenomenon, described as a 6x2 cm transparent, clear-edged object with small, bright, yellowish-white light points. This light then expanded into a larger, colorless light source. N.N. heard a voice stating, "We are from another solar system and we have something to tell you." The voice explained that they were using a smaller craft and could not approach Earth directly due to potential panic among humans. They also mentioned that they had been observing him for a long time. N.N. inquired about their origin and purpose, and the beings responded that they would tell him later. They also mentioned that they could make their craft invisible and silent, but it emitted a high-frequency sound that agitated animals, particularly dogs. N.N. was also subjected to a 'massage' by the light phenomenon, which he described as a pleasant experience. The beings indicated they would return in two years, suggesting N.N. meet them in a remote wilderness area. They also stated they would not interfere with his personal habits like drinking.

UFO "Awakened" People in Ultava Forest

Reported on March 5, 1971, from Kaarlela, this incident describes an object observed by Jussi Korpi and others in the Ultava forest. The object, described as oval-shaped and about 300 meters high, was visible for about an hour. It was later observed at an altitude of 800 meters. Korpi noted that the object had multiple 'windows' and emitted strong yellow and red light. He dismissed explanations involving weather rockets or balloons due to the object's prolonged stationary presence and altitude.

Helsinki UFO Club

The Helsinki UFO Club has secured a meeting place at Balderin sali, Aleksanterinkatu 12. Meetings are held every four weeks on Tuesdays, starting at 7 PM, with the first meeting on September 14th, followed by October 12th, November 9th, and December 7th.

The Most Astonishing Case

This is a continuation of a story from a previous issue (1/1971). The narrator describes being held in a room with a large, soft sofa. A strange smell, like burning painted canvas, filled the air, emanating from small metal tubes with perforated ends in the walls. The narrator felt nauseous and vomited. The experience is described as disorienting and unpleasant.

Flying Barrel of Light Scared Perho Residents

This article from March 25, 1971, reports on a UFO sighting in Perho. A 'flying barrel of light' reportedly appeared in the sky for two hours, frightening residents. The object was described as a large, bright object that hovered over the village, observed by young men with binoculars. It later ascended and remained visible for several hours. The article also mentions a previous incident where a UFO reportedly caused a woman to run towards a neighbor's barn.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently reports on UFO sightings and alleged extraterrestrial encounters within Finland. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation and documentation of these phenomena, aiming to present factual accounts and encourage further research. The publication actively promotes UFO seminars and local UFO research groups, suggesting a commitment to fostering a community of interest and inquiry into the subject. The articles often emphasize the need to distinguish UFO phenomena from religious beliefs or folklore, advocating for a scientific and evidence-based approach.

Title: VIMANA
Issue: 32
Volume: 1
Date: 1967/1
Publisher: VIMANA
Country: Finland
Original Language: Finnish

This issue of Vimana magazine focuses on a detailed account of an alleged alien encounter and abduction experienced by Antonio Villas Boas in Brazil on October 15, 1957. The magazine also includes a directory of local UFO clubs in Finland and references to other UFO publications.

The Villas Boas Abduction Account

The core of the issue is the narrative of Antonio Villas Boas, who describes his encounter with extraterrestrial beings and their craft. He recounts feeling unwell after the initial encounter, noting the aliens' appearance and their protective suits. These suits were grey, tight-fitting, made of a thick, soft material, and covered the entire body, including a helmet with a visor that obscured the face except for the eyes. The eyes of the beings were described as light blue.

Boas details the physical characteristics of the aliens, noting their height and the unusual design of their helmets, which appeared to be larger than normal human heads. He also describes three silver-colored tubes extending from the helmets, one in the center and two on the sides, which seemed to connect to something within their suits.

The suits had long sleeves ending in thick gloves, which Boas observed made it difficult for the aliens to bend their fingers fully. Despite this, they were adept at handling the instruments used to draw blood from him.

He describes a circular, red shield on their chests, which reflected light. The suits were uniform, suggesting a military or organized group. A notable detail is the presence of a device on their chests, described as the size of a pineapple slice.

Boas questioned how the aliens could breathe within their sealed suits, a question that the investigator, Joao Martins, could not answer, noting no visible air supply tanks.

He further describes the suits' trousers, which were tight-fitting, and the integrated footwear. The shoes had thick soles and a peculiar upward curve at the front. He notes that the aliens' movements, while generally free, were slightly hampered by the suits, making them appear a bit stiff when walking.

Boas estimates the height of the male aliens to be around 1.55 meters (based on his own height and the added height from their helmets), with the female alien being shorter, around 1.35 meters.

The Female Alien Encounter

A significant part of the narrative involves an encounter with a female alien. After a period of isolation, a door opened, and a naked woman entered. Boas describes her as beautiful, with fair, almost white hair, large blue eyes, high cheekbones, and a narrow jaw, giving her face a triangular shape. Her lips were thin, and her ears were small.

She embraced him and began to rub her head against his, initiating a sexual encounter. Boas describes being sexually aroused by the experience, attributing it partly to a substance applied to his skin. He notes that the encounter was consensual and that the woman behaved like any other woman.

The Spacecraft and Departure

Later, a male crew member entered and signaled Boas to dress. He was given his clothes back, with the exception of a lighter. He was then led out of the room and back to the spacecraft. He describes the interior of the craft, noting a square box with a glass cover, possibly a clock or timer.

He attempted to grab the device as proof of his experience but was quickly stopped by a crew member. He then describes the spacecraft's exterior, including metallic protrusions that he speculates might be wings or stabilizers. He also details a rotating dome on top of the craft, which emitted a greenish, fluorescent light and a humming sound.

The craft ascended vertically and then moved away at high speed towards the south. Boas notes that the tractor he had arrived in had its battery cable disconnected, suggesting it was done intentionally to prevent his escape.

Other Content

The issue also includes a section listing local UFO clubs in Finland, with contact names and addresses. It also references articles from "Flying Saucer Review" and "O Cruzeiro" as sources for the information presented.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine's focus is clearly on UFO sightings, alien encounters, and abduction experiences. The detailed narrative of Antonio Villas Boas suggests an editorial stance that takes these accounts seriously and aims to present them to the public for consideration. The inclusion of contact information for UFO clubs indicates an effort to foster a community of interest and research within Finland.