A question for Flying Lawyer:
Have you heard any rumours (as suggested earlier in this thread) that the CAA will prosecute should a Police / Hems helicopter be used to drag someone out of a life threatening situation?
It will be interesting to see the public reaction to the video of someone losing their life, with a helicopter nearby not attempting to rescue the poor
I don't know of many crews who will standby and do nothing if they feel they can effect a rescue even if it involves a slight risk. I'm not talking about reckless flying here, just experienced crews making a considered decision
