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Old 4th Jan 2010, 20:15
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Rescue Swimmer vs Winchman Helicopter Rescue Question
Idle time over Christmas leads me to watch various Quest / Dave TV progs showing RAF / Navy Sea Kings and US Coast Guard.
Can't help but wonder why the US Coast Guard guys deploy a free fall rescue swimmer & basket whereas UK services use a winchman.

At risk of starting a p1ssing contest, what are the differences / benefits of the different methods?
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