BUFORA Bulletin, September 1983

This document is the September 1983 issue of the BUFORA Bulletin, published by the British UFO Research Association. It serves as a compilation of organizational news, investigation reports, and historical analysis regarding UAP and UFO phenomena. The bulletin details the administrative structure of BUFORA, including its council members and regional branches. A significant portion of the content is dedicated to the 'Investigation Department Report' by Jenny Randles, which covers specific cases such as the 1954 Carlisle Castle sighting (Case 54 AA), the 1979 Speke encounter (Case 79-272), and the 1982 Vero Beach incident (Case 82-013). The document also features an in-depth analysis of the 'Fontaine Case' in Cergy-Pontoise, France, written by John Barrett, which explores the complexities and inconsistencies of the alleged abduction. Furthermore, the bulletin includes historical research by Steuart Campbell regarding the 'Ghost Rockets' of 1946 in Sweden, drawing parallels between those events and modern UFO reports. The publication also provides updates on UK UFO activity, including reports of flattened circles in barley fields near Westbury, and discusses the role of organizations like CAUS (Citizens Against UFO Secrecy). The bulletin concludes with book reviews, including a critical look at George Adamski's claims, and announcements regarding upcoming BUFORA meetings and congresses. The overall tone is one of critical, scientific inquiry, emphasizing the need for rigorous evaluation of witness testimony and the importance of considering sociological and astronomical explanations for reported phenomena.