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Old 24th Oct 2008, 13:26
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ninefromten
 
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The 'Heave-Ho hoist' was carried by the SAR Sea Kings until it was replaced by an electrical emergency hoist. The 'Heave-Ho' was a block and tackle affair with only a 2 to 1 ratio. The operating length was about 40ft usable. Trying to recover a single person on your own was a struggle and the co-pilot needed to be co-opted into giving a hand. Fortunately never had to use it in anger. I suggest there are far better alternatives on the market for an emergency hoist now.
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