Properties of the UFO Phenomenon

This document is a compilation of articles and commentary regarding the UFO phenomenon, featuring a primary essay by Dr. J. Allen Hynek titled 'Properties of the UFO Phenomenon.' Hynek argues that the UFO phenomenon represents new empirical observations that cannot be explained by the scientific paradigm of the day. He emphasizes the need for rigorous investigation, criticizing authorities who dismiss reports without proper testing. Hynek notes that he has reviewed over 400 cases to identify reported properties, such as high-speed flight and hovering, which distinguish UFOs from known objects like meteors or helicopters. The document also includes a section on 'More Books on UFOs in China,' discussing the challenges of reporting UFO sightings in a communist state, and a list of publications available from the 'UFO and Space Age Publications' catalog. The text highlights the historical tendency of science to reject new concepts that do not fit existing frameworks, citing Niels Bohr's observation that 'progress in science is impossible without a paradox.' Throughout the text, there is a recurring theme of skepticism toward official government handling of UFO data, particularly regarding the British Air Ministry and the lack of transparency in China.