Mission Statement
Starfleet’s primary mission of exploration requires standardized protocols to ensure the safety of crew and preservation of scientific discovery while venturing into unknown space.
Pre-Mission Requirements
- Complete stellar cartography analysis of target region
- Long-range sensor sweeps for anomalies
- Review of all historical data from the sector
- Full ship diagnostic and supply check
- Crew psychological evaluations for extended missions
Survey Classifications
Class 1: Automated Probe Survey
Unmanned reconnaissance of stellar phenomena and planetary systems
Class 2: Long-Range Survey
Ship-based sensor analysis without direct system entry
Class 3: Orbital Survey
Detailed scanning from planetary orbit, no surface contact
Class 4: Surface Survey
Away team deployment for direct investigation
Class 5: Extensive Cultural Survey
Long-term observation and analysis of developing civilizations
Anomaly Response Protocols
Upon discovery of spatial anomalies, temporal distortions, or unknown phenomena:
- Maintain safe distance (minimum 100,000 kilometers)
- Deploy Class-5 probe for initial analysis
- Establish containment field if necessary
- Transmit findings to Starfleet Science Division
- Await specialist team if phenomenon exceeds ship capabilities
Charting Standards
All discoveries must be catalogued according to Starfleet Stellar Cartography standards, including stellar classification, planetary surveys, and notation of any biological or technological findings.