BUFORA Journal, Vol. 2 No. 2, Autumn 1967

This document is the Autumn 1967 issue of the BUFORA Journal, published by the British U.F.O. Research Association. The journal serves as a platform for UFO researchers to discuss the scientific, sociological, and investigative aspects of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena. The editorial by J. Cleary-Baker criticizes the scientific community's historical reluctance to investigate UFO reports, arguing that the 'blanket explanation' tactic used by some scientists fails to account for the 'obstinate residue' of unexplained sightings. A significant portion of the journal is dedicated to a summary of a talk given by James E. McDonald, a senior physicist from the University of Arizona, regarding the 'Problem of the Unidentified Flying Objects.' McDonald characterizes past U.S. Air Force investigations (Project Bluebook) as 'completely superficial' and urges a more rigorous, scientifically-oriented approach. He categorizes UFO hypotheses into eight groups, noting that while many reports can be explained as hoaxes or misidentified natural phenomena, a core group of sightings remains unexplained. The journal also features a theoretical article by A. David Beach, who proposes a hypothesis involving 'inertia asymmetry' as a potential propulsion mechanism for UFOs. Other sections include 'Notes & Quotes' covering topics such as the 'Silencers' (Men in Black), the death of Frank Edwards, and the 'Scoriton Affair.' There is a report on UFO sightings in Chile, compiled from the bulletin of DIOVNI, detailing various observations from 1965 and 1966, including a 1966 sighting of a craft with 'ox-eyes' or luminous hatchways. The journal also provides administrative updates for BUFORA members, including information on the relocation of the BUFORA library and the upcoming Bristol Convention. The issue concludes with book reviews, including 'Challenge to Science' by Jacques and Janine Vallee, and advertisements for UFO-related publications and equipment, such as the 'GEOS UFO Detector.'