XTIT a permanent sampling squadron would be actively engaged about eight months of the year when two continental test series were fired, and probably more than eight months when one of the two series was overseas, Therewere two methods of obtaining sampler pilots, the report cited. For overseas tests, pilots and equipment were lent by some operational organization and subsequently trained in cloud sampling techniques, Until experienced, the pilots usually returned with poor samples, Training new pilots for each overseas test series was necessary since pilots seldom participated in more than one operation. For continental tests, the Lo25th Test Group (Atomic) conducted current sampling. Pilots served on temporary basis, were trained, carried outthe mission, then released to their parent organization, Both methods were wasteful, because the pilot training program had to be repeated each time, The Center proposed: ‘. « « a permanent capability to be developed within the Special Weapons Center for cloud sampling activities, This capability should be assigned to the 925th Test Group (Atomic) along with permanently assigned aircraft, pilots and supporting personnel and equipment to permit the unit to function on a permanent operating basis. The report indicated that placing the unit in the 925thwould give it flexibility, because pilots could be exchanged between sampling and other units within the_group, Another advantage would be the addedability to support small, one shot tests, Dr. Graves had indicated the Los Alamos Scientific Laboratory would like to be able to schedule and fire single nuclear shots in Nevada with approximately one month's preparation, A permanent sampling unit would retain personnel with technical skills 26h SWEH-2-003 ) AFWLdH 567