Briefing Notes on Air Surveillance and Operational Costs

This document, likely a briefing note from the Swedish military, outlines several operational and administrative matters regarding air surveillance. It begins by noting that a J28 aircraft will fly from F4 to F13 on August 24th to verify observation reports. The Swedish Air Force (FV) has established radar stations at Landsort, Bullerö, and Hamnskär, with fighter units (J26) on alert during specific hours. Coordination between these radar stations and coastal artillery radar is mandated, and non-essential flights are restricted to prevent interference. The document also addresses the presence of Russian aircraft near the Swedish coast, which are to be monitored by Swedish fighters. Furthermore, the text details logistical and financial difficulties regarding the installation of a large radar station, noting that the antenna system alone weighs 4 to 5 tons and that costs are higher than anticipated. Finally, it discusses a preliminary cost estimate for mobilizing air surveillance in central Sweden, highlighting the difficulty of recruiting volunteer personnel and the need to consult the Prime Minister regarding the use of military personnel.