UFO Times: The Journal of the British UFO Research Association, Issue 43, Sept/Oct/Nov 1996

This document is Issue 43 of 'UFO Times', the journal of the British UFO Research Association (BUFORA), published in September/October/November 1996. The journal serves as a central hub for UFO research, news, and investigative reports. It contains a variety of articles, including a review of 15 years of sightings in North East England, an analysis of the 'Manchester Triangles' from February 1996, and a report on the 'Varginha Case' in Brazil. The journal also features a section on 'Investigations Diary' by Gloria Dixon, which discusses the role of photographic evidence in UFO research, and a piece by Dave Clarke on the 'Phantom Bomber' sightings in the Peak District. The publication includes editorial content from Mike Wootten, who discusses the importance of a unified national information network for UFO investigation groups. Additionally, there are reports on the Roswell metal fragment, which was found to be of terrestrial composition, and a discussion on the 'Belgian Wave' of UFO sightings. The journal also includes book reviews, letters from readers, and advertisements for UFO-related videos and services. The publication emphasizes the importance of witness confidentiality and the need for unbiased scientific research into UFO phenomena. It also highlights the 50th anniversary of Kenneth Arnold's famous 1947 sighting and announces a writing competition for BUFORA members. The journal provides a snapshot of the state of ufology in the mid-1990s, reflecting on the challenges of investigation, the role of the media, and the ongoing debate regarding the nature of UFO phenomena.