Airborne Sub Hunt
Date: 031200Z MAR 82
From: NATO HIGH COMMAND
To: COMMANDING OFFICER
Subject: SOVIET SUBMARINE BREAKOUT
MISSION OBJECTIVE:
LOCATE AND ELIMINATE SOVIET SUBMARINES ATTEMPTING TO ESCAPE THE NORTH SEA BETWEEN BERGEN AND LOSSIEMOUTH. THESE SUBMARINES POSE A DIRECT THREAT TO NATO OPERATIONS AND MUST BE NEUTRALIZED BEFORE THEY REACH THE OPEN ATLANTIC.
TASKS:
– Locate Soviet submarines using all available assets. Coordinate with air and sea forces for effective coverage.
– Eliminate Soviet submarines before they can escape into the Atlantic.
– Beware civilian shipping traffic in the area—collateral damage must be avoided at all costs.
OPERATIONAL NOTES:
The Soviets will attempt to use the heavy sea traffic and deteriorating weather conditions to mask their escape. Close coordination with air assets and the USS Whipple is essential to maintaining a constant and effective search pattern. Timing is critical—every minute increases the chances of the submarines slipping past into open waters.
Engage only when positive identification has been made. Precision is key.
BE ADVISED, THERE ARE RUMORS OF A USN SUBMARINE OPERATING IN YOUR AREA
