BZ to all involved.
Crab, as a SAR pro rather than second guess the ARCCs reasons for sending particular aircraft, why not ask them directly? I'm sure you have their number. They are very professional and self-critical and would appreciate constructive feedback. There might have been very good reasons for sending Leconfield, if so you will learn something, if not they will learn something. I doubt they are permitted to comment publically on jobs unless through the official
PR route, so this forum isn't really the best place to snipe at them
Would the original or new SAR(H) contract have the 'flexibility' to cope with the issues faced on this rescue? I suppose you could argue that most issues related to equipment, was that because it is old or the support is lacking? Would new/modern platforms be better? What would 3 u/s cabs do to the new structure? Not an attempt to knock the future, just genuine interest from someone who could be a customer one day
