Flying Saucer Review, Vol. 34, No. 3 (September Quarter, 1989)

This issue of Flying Saucer Review (Vol. 34, No. 3, September 1989) serves as a compilation of reports, editorial commentary, and correspondence concerning the study of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP). The editorial section addresses the 'UFO Problem,' referencing claims regarding 'Majestic 12' documents, underground bases, and government interactions with extraterrestrials. A significant portion of the document is dedicated to the controversy surrounding 'cornfield circles' in Britain. This includes a series of letters between ufologists Paul Fuller, Ann Druffel, Colin Andrews, and Patrick Delgado, documenting a heated dispute over the origins of these circles—specifically the 'vortex theory' versus claims of extraterrestrial or unknown origin. The document also features historical analysis, such as Eric Herr's note on George Adamski, and Pier Luigi Sani's translation of an Italian article critiquing French ufologists who have shifted toward a 'rationalist' perspective. Additionally, the issue includes reports on sightings in Central Russia, discussions on theoretical physics regarding wormholes and time travel, and an historical overview of the 1896-1897 'airship' wave in the United States. The publication maintains a critical stance against what it terms 'rationalist' debunking efforts, while simultaneously documenting internal conflicts within the ufology community, including legal threats and formal apologies between researchers. The document concludes with a statement from the editor, Gordon Creighton, asserting the independence of the publication from the C.P.R. Group and other organizations, and reiterating the magazine's commitment to reporting on UAP phenomena.