SBS1017+533 outburst (fading) The reported outburst of SBS 1017+533 has been confirmed by the CCD observation of the undersigned. The result indicates the rapid fading, suggesting a normal outburst. Intensive monitoring is, however, strongly encouraged. YYMMDD(UT) mag observer 981211.699 <137 (T. Watanabe) 981217.649 <140 (T. Watanabe) 981218.681 136 (T. Watanabe) 981219.672 14.94C (Ouda team) 981219.687 <137 (T. Watanabe) 981219.858 <139 (T. Watanabe) Regards, Taichi Kato