Crab - your last paragraph - if only you knew
Inland SAR scenarios are a typical example of what I was trying to get across to you. The task (that of SAR) remains a 'relatively' straight forward task. It is exacerbated by additional pressures from radios/ATC/external agencies. But is something ALL experienced Captains continuously train for and remain competent in.
Clever Richard - have you ever read/heard/experienced any Interim SAR situation where the equipment did not perform in public as advertised on the tin? No-one could question the robustness of the service now, after this many years of active service.
I wish you both well.