YUFOS Contact International vol 1 no 1

Magazine Overview

Title: YUFOS CONTACT INTERNATIONAL
Issue: Vol. 1, No. 1
Date: Undetermined, but likely early 1970s based on price and content.
Publisher: Contact International (associated with Yorkshire UFO Society - YUFOS)
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Price: 30p

Editorial Content

This inaugural issue of YUFOS Contact International is presented as a resource for UFO investigators, focusing on providing detailed maps and indexes of various UK locations deemed strategically important for tracking UFOs. The publication is a self-funded initiative by the Yorkshire UFO Society (YUFOS), which describes itself as the largest UFO study movement in the world, with 37 member countries.

Introduction and Purpose

The "Dear Members" letter from the Headquarters (Data Research Division, Wheatley, Oxford) and the Yorkshire UFO Society (YUFOS) coordinator, G.W. Birdsall, explains the purpose of the booklet. It has been produced after "many hours of research" to compile maps and an index of military and coastal installations. The publishers express confidence in the accuracy of this information, stating it will be of "great assistance plus time saving" for investigators. They acknowledge that the cost of the publication comes from their own funds, hence the charge, but believe it to be a "very valuable and rich source of information."

The letter also outlines potential subjects for future editions, indicating a broad scope for the publication's coverage. These include:

• Aircraft recognition (Military and Civil)
• Aircraft light sequences
• Maps of TV and radio masts
• Diagrams of UFO shapes
• Civil Aviation flight paths
• Mistaking other objects for UFOs
• Diagrams of weather balloons
• Recognition of satellites and space debris

The success of this venture is stated to depend entirely on the response from the readers, encouraging interested individuals to contact "me or Peter" or call a Leeds number.

Maps and Indexes

The core of this issue comprises several maps and accompanying lists:

• Map 1: Depicts the United Kingdom and lists "MILITARY AIR FORCE BASES IN THE UNITED KINGDOM" with 31 numbered locations. Notable bases include Kinloss, Lossiemouth, Leuchars, Marham, Brize Norton, Fairford, and Upper Heyford (U.S.).
• Map 2: Focuses on "MAJOR CIVIL AIRPORTS" with lettered locations (A-J). These include Heathrow International, Gatwick International, Manchester International, Birmingham, Luton, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle, Leeds/Bradford, and Belfast.
• Map 3: Illustrates "CONSTANTLY MANNED COAST GUARD STATIONS" with numbered locations (1-24) and "DIVISIONAL HEAD QUARTERS (RESCUE SERVICE)" with numbered locations (26-35). It also lists "RESCUE HEAD QUARTERS" for Scotland/ and England/Wales with lettered locations (A-G and H-Q respectively). Locations include Seashouses, Whitby, Flamborough, Lowestoft, Wick, Aberdeen, Tynemouth, Gorleston, Shoreham, Brixham, Mumbles, and Bangor.
• Map 4: Titled "THE COAST GUARD STATIONS AROUND THE BRITISH MAINLAND IS OF STRATIGIC IMPORTANCE TO THE TRACKING OF U.F.O.S.", this map details numerous coast guard stations (numbered 1-83) and their strategic importance for tracking UFOs entering and leaving the mainland. The list includes locations like Cromarty, Lossiemouth, Fraserburgh, Stonehaven, Sunderland, Scarborough, Bridlington, Hornsea, Skegness, Felixstowe, Bradwell, Herne Bay, Manston, Folkestone, Eastbourne, Selsey, Hayling Island, Southbourne, Swanage, Beer, Hope Cove, Yealm, Looe, Porthleven, Gurnards Head, St. Ives, St. Agnes, Trevose Head, Fort Isaac, Croydon, Ilfracombe, Watchet, Rhossili, Tenby, St. Govans Head, St. Davids, Newquay, Fleetwood, Workington, and numerous others across the UK.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this issue is the systematic cataloging of potential observation points and infrastructure within the UK that could be relevant to UFO sightings and tracking. The editorial stance is one of serious investigation, providing practical tools (maps and indexes) for researchers. The emphasis on military bases, airports, and coast guard stations suggests a belief that these locations might be involved in or affected by UFO activity, or that they represent key areas for monitoring. The publication positions itself as a vital resource for the UFO research community, aiming to consolidate information that would otherwise be difficult to access.